Metaponto Golf Club
Metaponto Golf Club
Metaponto Golf Club brings championship golf to the sun-drenched plains of Basilicata, where ancient history meets Mediterranean charm. Located just outside Metaponto, near the border of Puglia and a short drive from Matera, the course was designed by Marco Croze and opened in 1998. It is one of southern Italy’s most respected venues, combining broad landscapes, refined design, and a quiet coastal rhythm that embodies the essence of the region.
The layout flows across open countryside dotted with palm trees, citrus groves, and gentle water features. Its wide fairways invite confidence, yet its length and green complexity make it a formidable challenge for all levels of play. The Ionian breeze shapes the strategy, while distant mountains and golden farmland frame each hole in rich color. Metaponto delivers championship caliber golf with a distinctly southern warmth and pace.
Cypress and Salt curates Metaponto escapes that capture the spirit of southern Italy. Guests enjoy stays in Matera’s luxury cave hotels or coastal resorts, curated dining highlighting Basilicata’s cuisine, and exclusive vineyard and cultural experiences along the Ionian coast. Metaponto Golf Club is golf in its purest Italian form — sunlit, soulful, and perfectly unhurried..
Course Stats
Par: 72
Yardage: 7,030 yards 6,430 m
Course Rating: 74.0
Slope Rating: 139
Designer: Marco Croze 1998
Type: Parkland Coastal
Signature Holes: 7th par 3 with water carry 12th par 5 lined by palm trees 18th par 4 finishing beside the clubhouse lake
Championships: Host of European Challenge Tour events and Italian PGA tournaments
Best Seasons to Play
March to June: Warm breezes firm fairways ideal southern conditions
September to November: Golden light calm air premium playability
December to February: Mild winter golf peaceful countryside setting soft greens
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