For the opening of the 2021 season, the Evian Resort Golf Club now offers two courses of excellence, the legendary "The Champions Course" and "The Lake Course" which opened its doors last June.

The Evian Resort Golf Club Two courses between lake and mountains

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Facing the beauty of the crystal clear waters of Lake Geneva and the purity of the Alps, the Evian Resort enjoys an exceptional location. Apart from its eminently golfing vocation, it welcomes on its fabulous domain two sumptuous establishments the Hôtel Royal ***** and the Hôtel Ermitage ****. Erected in honor of the King of England Edward VII, the The Royal Hotel was inaugurated in 1909. The monarch, who was to be one of the first guests, died in 1910 without having been able to honor his promise to frequent the sublime establishment. During its history, the Hôtel Royal has however welcomed many personalities, from the Queen Mother of England to the poet and novelist Anna de Noailles, including Marcel Proust, Sacha Guitry, Edith Piaf, Greta Garbo, but also Ray Charles, Errol Flynn, many heads of state, princes of Europe or the East, ambassadors ...

Completely restored in 2015, François Chatillon, chief architect of historical monuments, and François Champsaur, interior designer, have restored all its splendor to this superb building.
The Royal, which obtained the palace mention, is now part of the prestigious collection The Leading Hotels of the World. In the lobby and restaurants, in the spa or in the bar, through the 150 suites and rooms, the French art de vivre is indeed omnipresent.

Exceptional panorama

But let's come back more specifically to the delights of the little white ball. Located on the shores of Lake Geneva and at the foot of the Alps with an exceptional panorama, the Evian Resort Golf Club is one of the most beautiful courses in Europe.

Each year this golf course welcomes "The Evian Championship", one of the 5 major tournaments of the world women's golf circuit, this legendary course, recently called "The Champions Course", has, thanks to a team of attentive professionals, seduce the greats. names in golf and become a real reference at the international level, while offering amateurs a course on which everyone can fully express their game.

Completely renovated in 2013, this 18-hole course (Par 72 - 6120 m) is punctuated and very spectacular with technical greens and strategic obstacles. Latest generation rental equipment (carts, electric trolleys and clubs) is available to customers who come to enjoy a unique experience on this exceptional course.

 

Signature holes

The Evian Resort Golf Club Two courses between lake and mountains

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An accessible but demanding course with signature holes (n ° 2, n ° 5, and the Evian Corner from hole n ° 15 to hole n ° 18) which can quickly tip your scorecard! A stone's throw from the greens and with a breathtaking view of the mountains, Le Chalet du Golf offers quality cuisine, light or gourmet in an elegant and friendly atmosphere. At the pro-shop, golfers will be able to find an original selection of textiles, accessories and equipment with high-end brands such as Ralph Lauren, Chervo, Colmar, Peter Millar, Under Armor, FootJoy, Titleist, Volvik, Callaway … Without forgetting the Evian Resort Golf Club and The Evian Championship collections.

The Lake Course

The Evian Resort Golf Club Two courses between lake and mountains

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To complete this idyllic picture, in June 2020, the Evian Resort Golf Club has a second course, located at the Academy. Called "The Lake Course" and made up of 6 par 3s with a total length of 834 meters, this new course is a real alternative to the 18-hole course. Nestled in an exceptional environment with a breathtaking view of Lake Geneva, it allows beginners and experienced golfers to indulge their passion in less than 1 hour 30 minutes. Designed by architect Dave Sampson, The Lake Course is technical with tees for all levels and high quality greens.

The Academy, a unique training center

The Evian Resort Golf Club Two courses between lake and mountains

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The Evian Resort Golf Club also has its own training center, the Academy, which caters to golfers of all ages and levels, from beginners to professionals. In 2018, the Academy joined forces with the world benchmark in golf education, David Leadbetter, to provide high quality education. Each player can follow a tailor-made educational program thanks to 6 training modules that allow you to work on all shots (putting, big game, driving, chipping, wedging and approach zone) and training boxes equipped with tools teaching using the latest technologies (Trackman, Boditrak, SAM PuttLab, MySwing…). The Academy offers individual lessons, club fitting and internships for all levels under the advice of 3 certified Leadbetter pros, supervised by the headpro Carlo Alberto Acutis. The Academy has a Pro-Shop corner for the sale of clubs (TaylorMade, Cobra, Titleist, Odyssey, Callaway, Scotty Cameron…) and equipment testing. From April to October, golfers can also stay at the Manoir du Golf, a charming residence with 7 rooms and suites, which can be fully privatized. A warm atmosphere reminiscent of English clubhouses for a unique stay in the heart of the Academy and an exclusive golf experience.

David Raynal

To know more : https://www.evianresort.com

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The Lake Course: the new course at the Evian Resort Golf Club