Location: Sintra/Cascais, Portugal | Ranking: #68
Type: Parkland / resort golf | Design: historic course with later renovation work
Editor’s Note: Penha Longa’s Atlantic Course combines rolling Sintra terrain, woodland and resort infrastructure within reach of Lisbon. Its setting makes it especially suitable for golfers who want to combine a strong course with a broader city-and-resort itinerary.
Contact & Planning
- Website: penhalonga.com. Confirm current visitor access, green fees, accommodation and course conditions directly with the resort.
- Regional base: Penha Longa can be combined with Sintra, Cascais and Lisbon, but journey times vary with traffic and the chosen base.
Course Character
Elevation changes, mature trees and strategic bunkering make position important. The course asks golfers to balance aggression with control, particularly where slopes and hazards shape the approach.
Key Notes & 19th Hole
- Sintra setting: the surrounding landscape gives the course a distinctive sense of place and supports a wider cultural itinerary.
- Resort stay: on-site accommodation, dining and wellness facilities make Penha Longa a natural Stay · Play · Recover destination.
- Planning: use the resort’s current information for accommodation and golf access rather than fixed historical pricing or a generic Expedia CTA.
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