Aroeira Lisbon Hotel

Winding through protected pine woodland, PGA Aroeira No. 1 immerses golfers in the heart of Portugal’s natural beauty – despite being just 40 minutes from Lisbon. A masterpiece from golfing icon Frank Pennink, the course opened in 1972 and was quickly christened ‘the Wentworth of Lisbon’ by visiting players.

The par-72 course is a gripping challenge for even the most experienced golfers, demanding accuracy off the tee if you are to earn a low score. Surrounded by towering pine trees, Aroeira No. 1 rewards those who think before they shoot – and a variety of tee options ensure that players of all abilities can enjoy the course.

PGA Aroeira No. 2 has been claiming challengers from across Europe since April 2000. Steel took advantage of the magnificent setting and laid out a course capable of hosting tournaments of the very highest level.

Players who tee off from the back – from which the course measures more than 6,300m – should expect a tough test that lives long in the memory. This tour of spectacular woodland challenges players to navigate five vast lakes, deviously placed fairway bunkers and a gallery of undulating greens. However, the course welcomes players of all abilities and other tee options are available on all 18 holes.

Aroeira No. 2 has been the stage for two editions of the Ladies Open of Portugal on the Ladies European Tour, as well as the competition’s Qualifying School.