Oitavos Dunes Golf Course
Cascais
Oitavos Dunes Golf Course is one of Portugal’s most memorable golfing experiences, combining championship-quality golf with a spectacular setting beside the Atlantic Ocean. Located near Cascais within the protected landscapes of the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park, the course winds through natural sand dunes and umbrella pine trees, with views towards the Sintra Mountains, Cabo da Roca and the Portuguese coastline.
Designed by renowned American golf architect Arthur Hills, Oitavos Dunes is an 18-hole, par-71 course measuring 5,967 metres. Its design works beautifully with the existing landscape, creating a natural links-style experience where the terrain and coastal wind play an important role in every round.
The fairways provide several possible routes towards the greens, rewarding golfers who choose the right angle from the tee. Strategic bunkering, quick putting surfaces and exposed sections of the course place a premium on course management, while the firm ground allows players to use imaginative running approaches. The course is challenging enough for confident golfers but offers enough space and multiple teeing options to remain enjoyable for mixed-handicap groups.
The coastal par threes are among the highlights, particularly when the Atlantic wind begins to strengthen. Golfers will need to control their ball flight, judge distances carefully and accept that conditions can change quickly. Oitavos Dunes has also received Gold Signature Sanctuary recognition from Audubon International, reflecting the care taken to protect its natural environment and wildlife.
Before or after the round, golfers can use the extensive practice facilities or relax in the clubhouse with Portuguese food, drinks and sweeping Atlantic views. Nearby Cascais offers beaches, seafood restaurants, a marina and a lively town centre, while Sintra’s colourful palaces and historic estates make an excellent day trip. Visitors can also explore the dramatic coastline around Guincho Beach and Cabo da Roca or spend an evening in Lisbon.
For golfers looking for outstanding scenery, strategic coastal golf and easy access to both Cascais and Lisbon, Oitavos Dunes is an essential part of a Portugal golf holiday.
Lisbon Airport
37km
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Time Zone:
GMT+0
Currency:
British Pound
Temperature:
00-00℃
Cost of a Beer:
£5.00
Cost of a 3-Course Meal:
£5.00
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About The Area
Estoril is a brilliant choice for golfers who want a Portugal golf holiday with classic coastal glamour, easy Lisbon access and excellent courses close by. Set on the Lisbon Coast between the capital and Cascais, it combines beach time, restaurants, casino evenings, seafront walks and a polished resort feel, making it ideal for couples, groups and short golf breaks.
The main golfing highlight is Estoril Golf Club, one of Portugal’s oldest and most emblematic clubs. The Estoril Championship Course began in 1929 and was redesigned in 1936 by Mackenzie Ross. It is just 25 minutes from Lisbon and only a few minutes from hotels, restaurants, the casino and Estoril beach, which makes it wonderfully convenient for a golf holiday. The 18-hole, par-69 course measures around 5,200 metres and places more emphasis on accuracy and tactics than sheer power.
Estoril also works well for golfers who want more variety. Penha Longa, Quinta da Marinha and Oitavos Dunes are all within easy reach around Cascais and Sintra, giving you access to parkland, resort and Atlantic-influenced golf within one trip.
Away from the fairways, the wider Cascais area adds beaches, seafood, museums, parks, gardens and year-round events, while Lisbon is close enough for sightseeing, rooftop bars, Fado nights and historic neighbourhoods.
For UK golfers, Estoril is ideal for a tailor-made Portugal golf break, whether you want a relaxed Lisbon Coast escape or a multi-course itinerary. Hashtag Golf Travel can help plan the right hotels, tee times, transfers and extras.
