The best golf courses for holidays around Lake Maggiore: Castelconturbia, Bogogno, Biella Le Betulle, Iles Borromées.

Castelconturbia
27 holes: 6,230m: Par 72:
Architect: R. Trent Jones Snr. (1987)
There are three excellent loops of nine holes around the wondrous burnt sienna Clubhouse that looks out over the surrounding forest. The course is reasonably flat: the Greens aren’t; so landing your approach in the correct quarter of the Green is a distinct advantage (unless you name is T. Woods or H. Potter). A beautiful place to play golf; not to be missed.

Bogogno - del Conte
18 holes: 6,485m: Par 72:
Architect R. Von Hagge (1996)
Playing out in front of the luxurious Clubhouse and under the gaze of Monte Rosa, the course appears at first glance to be the more expansive of the two, with huge sandy bunkers and deceptively wide, level fairways. But be warned there is plenty of strategically placed water awaiting you amidst the distant woods…

Bogogno - Bonora
18 holes: 6,284m: Par 72:
Architect: R. von Hagge (2000)
A huge variety of holes on this exceptional course that takes you on a fantastic journey away from the Clubhouse and down through a lush river valley in the Piemonte countryside. The course has been shaped in places but predominantly follows the natural contours of both the land and the river, so a hillier alternative to Del Conte, where a buggy might be considered useful.

Iles Borromées
18 holes: 6,122m: Par 72:
Architect: M. Croze (1987)
A roller coaster ride of outstanding natural beauty in the crystal clear alpine air high above Lakes Maggiore and Orta: the scenery alone can’t fail to touch your soul. The course itself is kept in superb condition and you will need every ounce of your skill and imagination to negotiate the twists and turns of these testing holes. Walkable, but buggies are recommended.

Varese
Architect: C. Blandford & P. Gannon (1934).
18 holes: 6,105m: par 72.
Not far from Arona on the shores of Lake Varese, a course that warrants a little effort to reach, but what a treat awaits you!
On the slopes of the hillside running down to the lake of Varese a truly beautiful course. Although hilly, most of the holes are on flat areas with ascents and descents between Greens and Tees.
And we guarantee that you will have never seen another Clubhouse like this!

Biella - Le Betulle
18 holes; 6,497m: Par 73:
Architect: J. Morrison (1958)
The almost secretive Le Betulle is often touted as Italy’s finest course and we would certainly place it amongst the top five. Although quite a lengthy trip from Arona the combination of a devilishly difficult layout, in a very British style, and a glorious setting makes it worth considering the drive. Alternatively there are rooms available in the small Golf Hotel on-site if you would like to stay over and play twice, or thrice....

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Four nights at the Albergo Giardino*** in May 2012
Three rounds at Bogogno, Castelconturbia and
Iles Borromées
Hire-car between four

£447.00 per person

The best golf courses for holidays around Lake Maggiore: Castelconturbia, Bogogno, Biella Le Betulle, Iles Borromées.

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