Comporta Dunas Golf Course

Course Designer: David McLay-Kidd
Course Opened: October 2023
Course Information: 18 holes par 71 – 7,270 yards
Rates: Available on request; includes shared buggy until Oct 2025

Location: 1 hour south of Lisbon, near Comporta village
Facilities: Driving Range (310m, 50 bays), Short Game Area, Golf Academy, Restaurant, Pro Shop
Distance to Lisbon: ~75 km from Lisbon Airport
Closed: Open daily

(Europe’s Best Golf Course & Eco-Friendly Golf Facility – World Golf Awards 2024)

Comporta Dunas Golf Course – Portugal’s Coastal Golf Masterpiece

Set within the wild dunes and pine forests of Portugal’s Alentejo coast, Comporta Dunas Golf Course is a breathtaking new addition to Europe’s elite golfing destinations. Designed by David McLay-Kidd—renowned for Bandon Dunes and The Castle Course at St Andrews—this par-71 links-style layout flows seamlessly through 38 hectares of natural terrain, offering a strategic and sensory challenge for golfers of all levels.

Opened in October 2023, Dunas has already earned accolades as Europe’s Best Golf Course and Best Eco-Friendly Golf Facility. With its organic routing, dramatic dune valleys, and coastal breezes, every round is an immersive experience in nature and precision.

Course Overview

Holes: 18
Par: 71
Length: ~7,270 yards
Style: True links with sandy terrain, native vegetation, and coastal winds
Designer: David McLay-Kidd
Opened: 2023
Signature Hole:
Hole 13 – Par 3: A short but demanding shot across a dune valley to a well-protected green, where wind and elevation test every golfer’s nerve

Playing Experience

Six tee boxes per hole for all skill levels
Natural undulations and strategic bunkering throughout
Fast, true greens and firm fairways for links-style roll
Coastal breezes add challenge and variety
Golf carts available; shared buggy included in current offer
Professional caddies and academy-led instruction available

Clubhouse & Amenities

Modern clubhouse with reception and pro shop
Restaurant and bar with local cuisine and terrace views
Practice facilities: 16-acre driving range, putting and chipping greens
Golf Academy: Lessons, clinics, and short-game training
Equipment rental: Premium sets available

Location & Access

Address: Estrada N261 km 1.8, 7570-779 Carvalhal, Portugal
GPS: N 38º 17’10” W 8º 46’8”
Nearest Airport: Lisbon International (~1 hour drive)
Nearby Attractions: Comporta beaches, Sado Estuary, luxury resorts, horse riding, sailing, wellness retreats

Highlights

“Portugal’s newest links-style masterpiece blending nature and strategy”
“Designed by David McLay-Kidd for immersive, world-class golf”
“Signature par 3 and award-winning eco-design in the heart of Comporta”
“Perfect for luxury golf holidays, group events, and scenic escapes”