Adriatic Golf Club Cervia The 27 holes of this charming club wind their way through uncontaminated pinewoods and salt lakes in a setting of rare natural beauty just a short distance from the sea. The first nine holes, along the pinewood, were built as classic Scottish links, whilst the second nine, surrounded by water obstacles, were inspired by the great American courses. The third nine holes, which opened in 2004, boast a completely innovative design that guarantees that the course is extremely enjoyable. The Italian Professional Championships have been held here on several occasions, as have all the most important Italian amateur competitions. A Mecca for international tourism, the golf club is surrounded by tourist facilities including top-class hotels.
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Rimini - Verucchio Golf Club 18 holes, PAR 72 The course, designed by the famous American architect Brian M. Silva, extends over the lush green expanse of the Valmarecchia Park. All around, it offers unrivalled and truly breathtaking views of the medieval boroughs of Verucchio, Torriana and San Leo. In the background, it is possible to make out the castles of San Marino and Mount Carpegna. This beautiful, American-inspired golf course is situated just a few kilometres from Rimini and its international airport. Rimini-Verucchio Golf Club A.S.D. offers a charming course and thanks to its 18 championship and 7 executive holes, which are reserved for beginners, it can satisfy the requirements of all golf enthusiasts. Its gently rolling fairways, dotted here and there with bunkers and small lakes, guarantee that any game is just a little more demanding on the golfer. Golfers of all levels can use the splendid Golf Academy, a fully irrigated and floodlit course that is 210 metres wide and 340 metres long and has 100 positions, including 25 under cover, and directional greens.
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Riviera Golf Resort 18 holes, PAR 72 The golf course meanders along the right bank of the River Conca, an area of outstanding natural beauty and notable avifaunal interest. The 18-hole course was planned by the famous designer Graham Cooke to adapt to the gently rolling hills of the countryside near San Giovanni in Marignano. The joy of playing golf is the philosophy the course designer has succeeded in transferring to the 18 holes, which cover 6,412 metres. As well as two 18-hole putting greens and brand new pitching and chipping greens – created by emphasising the three-dimensional effect so golfers can work on their deep shots – there is a driving range with heated, floodlit stations. After the game, prepare to be pampered at Rivierabeauty where, as well as a sauna, steam bath and whirlpool course, the beauty centre offers a vast range of treatments. At Rivieragolfresort, surrounded by the lush green countryside of the Malatesta Seignory, where the tranquillity of the inland area meets the best local flavours and fragrances, guests can enjoy a wonderful mix of sport, relaxation and wellness. 9 brand new pitch & putt holes will be inaugurated in spring 2011.
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Riolo Golf La Torre 18 holes, PAR 72 surrounded by the striking chalk vein and by the green hills of the Tosco - Romagnolo Appenines, this modern course stretches over more than 200 hectares of green, uncontaminated nature. The layout is particularly technical with alternating flat and sharply sloping holes to test both strength and accuracy. To make the game even more exciting, there are lakes, bunkers, unexpected obstacles, and ravines - the spectacular geological phenomenon typical of the area. The attractive Club House with its wide range of facilities also caters for the needs of non-golf players.
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Golf Club Le Fonti 18 Holes, PAR 72. The golf club is situated in the charming Sillaro Valley, which enjoys a mild and salubrious microclimate. It is surrounded by gently rolling hills and ancient ravines and other geological formations. The area boasts impressive, top quality health and thermal spa facilities (including the thermal spa at Castel San Pietro and the “Salute Più” health village). The golf course, which is par 72 and covers a total of 6,480 metres, is extremely varied and fun and the club house boasts a top quality restaurant where guests can enjoy delicious local food and wine, served with incomparable hospitality. Along with the surrounding area, the golf course, which overlooks the thermal spa and is close to the medieval town, offers a number of catering, recreational, cultural, sports and music facilities and guarantees all guests a pleasant and unforgettable stay. In 2006 and 2007, the Le Fonti Golf Club hosted the Qualifying School for the Ladies European Tour. Since 2007 it has seat of the Federation Ladies Training Centre and is also home to a golf academy that boasts extremely modern facilities where it is possible to organise individual and group golf clinics with club instructors and international-level professionals.
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