Quinta da Barca Golf Club

Category: Culture and Entertainment > Golf Course

District: Braga > Esposende > Marinhas e Gandra > Quinta da Barca

Location

The Quinta da Barca Golf Club is located in the Quinta da Barca area, which is part of the locality of Marinhas and Gandra, in the municipality of Esposende, district of Braga. Its setting is distinguished by its extension along the banks of the Cávado River, which provides it with a vast landscape and a direct connection with the surrounding natural scenery.

This location offers an environment that harmonizes the proximity of an inhabited area with the tranquility and beauty of a riverside space, creating a serene setting for visitors.

A Challenging Course

The Quinta da Barca Golf Club's course features a nine-hole layout, classified as Par 31, stretching over 1800 meters. Although visually inviting, the course demands a strategic approach from those who play it. For those seeking a more extended experience, the course offers alternative tees that allow for a second round with different perspectives, thus providing a renewed challenge over 18 holes.

The challenges presented by the course include undulating greens and strategically positioned bunkers to test precision and skill. Additionally, the presence of three lakes introduces an element of difficulty, requiring expertise to navigate the water hazards.

Integration with Nature

Nature is a fundamental aspect of the experience of visiting this golf club. The course begins in a wooded area, where the fairways develop among pine trees until the fifth hole, imparting a sense of forest immersion. From this point onwards, the scenery transforms into a more open landscape, following the course of the Cávado River.

The interaction with the river is a striking element at various points of the course. The sixth hole, for instance, closely follows the riverbank. The eighth hole, in turn, features a right-hand dog-leg, protected by a lake where the Cávado's waters await less precise shots. The ninth hole unfolds along the bank, culminating in a unique view of the river, adding a special characteristic to the final challenge.

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