This is the second oldest golf course in the Algarve. Set in an umbrella pinewood and laid out in an interesting way to take advantage of the natural contours. It is from the English school of Course design. The first Holes are easy and inviting with reachable par-4s. The par-3 on the attractive fourth is a Hole in One potential. Club selection from here will play an important part of your game, and straight shots will be needed. The ninth is an excellent example of this situation. The back nine has three interesting par-5s. The sixteenth providing a 522 metre challenge for good length and straight hitting

The oldest and most popular of the five Vilamoura courses, the Old Course's international reputation is well deserved. The region's trademark umbrella pine trees surround the fairways and provide a beautiful backdrop to an excellent test of golf. They also force you to put the emphasis on accuracy and course management ahead of length. Playing the four par 3 holes well is the key to great scores - they're visually stunning but very tough. The course is rated No. 50 in Europe by Golf World magazine and we highly recommend it.

Designer: Frank Pennink/Martin Hawtree
Fairways: Bermuda Tifton 419
Greens: Penncross bent
Par: 73
Length: 6924 yards