Oporto Golf Club

Written By Anthony Reto

Oporto Golf Club

Oporto Golf Club evokes classic Portuguese golf tradition in the coastal heart of Vila Nova de Gaia. Designed in 1890 and one of Portugal’s oldest courses, it blends heritage with timeless character. The layout hugs the Douro estuary, framed by mature trees, subtle elevation shifts, and the gentle Atlantic breeze.

Each hole requires finesse and thoughtful shot making. Elevated greens, narrow corridors, and subtle contours reward players who value precision. Its historic ambiance and natural beauty combine to create a round that feels like stepping into Portugal’s golfing roots.

Cypress and Salt curates Oporto Golf escapes that pair tradition with local enchantment. Guests stay in boutique lodgings near Porto and Gaia, dine on seafood by the riverfront, explore historic Ribeira districts, and experience private wine tours across the Douro Valley. Oporto Golf Club is where legacy, elegance, and play merge.

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Course Stats

  • Par: 70

  • Yardage: 6,014 yards 5,502 m

  • Course Rating: 68.2 (Golf Insider)

  • Slope Rating: 124 (Golf Insider)

  • Designer: William Watson 1890

  • Type: Parkland / Riverside Course

  • Signature Holes: 7th par 3 over ravine 12th par 5 along riverbank 18th par 4 finishing beside the river

  • Championships: Host venue for national amateur tournaments

Best Seasons to Play

  • April to June: Mild weather green fairways gentle breezes

  • September to October: Warm afternoons clear light optimal conditions

  • November to March: Cooler air quiet play atmospheric rounds

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