Tee off in Europe’s most underrated golf holiday destinations
If you’re looking to book a European golfing holiday away from the traditional hotspots, then pack your clubs and head to underrated destinations like Varna on Bulgaria’s Black Sea coast, Gimsøya in Norway or Costa Navarino in Greece.
Golf enthusiasts seeking lesser-known destinations in Europe have a wealth of options to explore, according to experts at Golfbreaks. The travel operator's analysis reveals that Varna, Bulgaria, Comporta and Tróia Peninsula, Portugal, North-east Majorca, Spain, Gimsøya, Norway, Biarritz, France, Tavira, Portugal, and Costa Navarino, Greece, are all underrated golf holiday spots.
In Bulgaria, Varna on the Black Sea coast is gaining popularity for its excellent-value courses and hotels. Thracian Cliffs Golf & Beach Resort stands out with sea views from every hole, while BlackSeaRama Golf & Villas and Lighthouse Golf & Spa Resort are also worth considering.
Portugal's Comporta and Tróia Peninsula have seen an 85% year-on-year surge in demand, with golfers able to play on the Dunas and Torre championship courses at Terras da Comporta, and at the Robert Trent Jones-designed Tróia Golf Club. The beaches and Sado Estuary provide a pleasant backdrop between rounds.
Majorca's northeast offers Club de Golf Son Servera, a private members' club with tree-lined fairways and water hazards. Capdepera Golf Club boasts mountain scenery and Mediterranean views, while Club de Golf Alcanada is another worthy option. The region's beaches and traditional towns offer more leisure activities when not on the course.
In Norway, the Arctic Circle's Lofoten Links Golf Club allows players to experience the midnight sun during summer, with coastal holes surrounded by rugged terrain and sea views. Nearby Lofoten Links Lodges provide a comfortable base for golfers.
Biarritz, France boasts one of the oldest golf courses in the country, Golf de Biarritz le Phare, which combines a long history with fast greens and challenging bunkers. Nearby, Golf d’Arcangues offers rolling terrain and Pyrenees views, while Golf de Seignosse expands regional options.
Tavira in Portugal's eastern Algarve remains a hidden gem compared to nearby Vilamoura and Albufeira. Golfers can play at Quinta da Ria Golf Club, overlooking the Ria Formosa Natural Park, and at Quinta de Cima, which features undulating fairways and water hazards. Monte Rei Golf Resort adds a Jack Nicklaus Signature course to the mix.
Finally, Costa Navarino in Greece's Peloponnese has seen a 140% rise in demand for its four championship courses, including The Dunes, The Bay, International Olympic Academy Course, and The Hills Course, all designed by José María Olazábal.
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