Golf Courses on Lake Garda

Lake Garda is a reference point for many outdoor sports, but perhaps not everyone knows that there are also numerous golf courses. Over the last few years, the number of golf courses has increased considerably due to the high demand that comes from an ever-increasing number of enthusiasts.

The benefits of Golf: physical and mental health and lots of fun!

If you are looking for a passion without boundaries, golf could be the answer you are looking for. This fascinating sport has the power to win the hearts and minds of people of all ages.

But why choose to play golf?

There are many reasons for this, ranging from the mental challenge to the opportunity to get in touch with nature. Imagine yourself surrounded by the breathtaking scenery of Lake Garda, with the sun shining above the trees and the soothing sound of the wind whispering through the leaves. While you venture on the path, you will feel yourself immersed in calm and tranquillity. But it is not only the beauty of the game that makes it so popular.

This sport is a constant challenge that requires concentration, strategy and skill. Each shot is the result of careful planning and precise technique, which can lead to unparalleled gratification when you hit the ball in the right way. If you are looking for a passion that allows you to get in tune with nature, challenge yourself and discover new levels of your potential, then golf is definitely the right choice.

From the northernmost part of Lake Garda to the southernmost and flattest part, there are several golf courses where it is possible to play in absolute relaxation. Lake Garda offers a mild climate, ideal for outdoor sports even during the winter period.

Following in alphabetical order is a list of the main golf courses on Lake Garda.

Alto Garda Golf

• Address: Via Isce, 2
• Location: 38062 Arco (TN)
• Telephone: +39 348 3840278
• Practice field Email: info@altogardagolfasd.it
• Practice field: altogardagolfasd.it
• Golf academy: www.altogardagolf.net
• Golf academy Email: manolopizzinini@gmail.com

Alto Garda Golf is the only driving range recognised by the F.I.G. in the Basso Sarca area; it is located in the municipality of Arco and is easily accessible from nearby Riva del Garda. The driving range measures 250 metres, with marked distances, a putting green and a pitching green. The facility is open 365 days a year, offering free tees, equipment hire, a small wooden Club House where you can relax, and private on-site parking. Ideal for beginners, amateurs and experienced players, with individual and group lessons taught by qualified instructors.

Arzaga Golf

• Address: Via Arzaga, 1
• Location: 25080 Calvagese della Riviera (BS)
• Telephone: +39 030 6806266
• Email: golf@arzagagolf.it
• Information: www.arzagagolf.it

Arzaga Golf is set amongst the hills of Calvagese della Riviera, featuring a 27-hole, par-72 course designed by Jack Nicklaus II and Gary Player. Wide fairways, greens protected by deep bunkers, and a layout that combines American style with the undulating terrain of the Valtenesi offer a technical and spectacular round of golf. The facility features a practice area with a 30-bay driving range, 10 of which are covered, a putting green, a pitching green, a chipping green and a practice bunker. In the elegant Club House, complete with a large terrace, you can enjoy lunch or simply relax.

Colombaro Golf

• Address: Via Colombaro, 1
• Location: 25087 Salò (BS)
• Telephone: +39 0365 5531
• Email: golf@ilcolombaro.com
• Information: www.colombarogolf.com

Colombaro Golf, which opened in 2001, features a 9-hole, par-29 course set amongst 13 hectares of green fields and olive groves in the municipality of Salò. The compact yet technical layout alternates between par-3 and par-4 holes that demand precision in the short game. The facility includes a 20-bay driving range, 10 of which are covered, a putting green, a pitching green, a chipping green and Toptracer Range technology, the first installation of this system in Italy. Ideal for training, lessons and quick rounds, with accommodation and a restaurant nearby.

Garda Hotel San Vigilio Golf

• Address: Località S. Vigilio, 1
• Location: 25010 Pozzolengo (BS)
• Telephone: +39 030 91801
• Email: info@gardahotelsanvigiliogolf.it
• Information: www.gardahotelsanvigiliogolf.it

The Garda Hotel San Vigilio Golf features a 27-hole, par-36 course divided into the Benaco, Solferino, San Martino and Pozzolengo courses, set within a 110-hectare park surrounding the ancient 12th-century Benedictine Abbey. Fairways carved into the morainic hills and spacious greens ensure a technical and varied game. The facility offers a practice area with a 40-bay driving range, 15 of which are covered, a putting green, a pitching green and a practice bunker. The splendid Club House, which has won national awards, completes this outstanding facility, open all year round.

GardaGolf Country Club

• Address: Via Omodeo, 2
• Location: 25080 Soiano del Lago (BS)
• Telephone: +39 0365 674707
• Email: prenotazioni@gardagolf.it
• Information: www.gardagolf.it

The GardaGolf Country Club, founded in 1986, boasts a 27-hole, par-72 course that ranks as one of the most renowned in Italy. Set amongst the morainic hills, it features undulating fairways, fast greens and deep bunkers that demand precision and strategy. It has hosted three Italian Opens, cementing its reputation as a world-class facility. It offers impeccable maintenance, comprehensive facilities and a landscape that is ideal for competitive play and advanced training.

Golf Bogliaco

• Address: Via Golf, 21
• Location: 25088 Toscolano Maderno (BS)
• Telephone: +39 0365 643006
• Email: info@golfbogliaco.com
• Information: www.golfbogliaco.com

Golf Bogliaco, located in the municipality of Toscolano Maderno, is the third oldest golf course in Italy. It offers an 18-hole, par-70 course measuring 5,235 m (men) and 4,625 m (women), set in a scenic valley with views over Lake Garda. The course alternates between narrow fairways, numerous out-of-bounds areas, small and well-defended greens, and several water hazards that require strategic precision. The facilities are complemented by a driving range, a Club House with restaurant, a lodge and apartments, open all year round.

Golf Club Le Vigne

• Address: Località Casella, 34
• Location: 37069 Villafranca di Verona (VR)
• Telephone: +39 045 6305572
• Email: info@golfvillafranca.it
• Information: golfvillafranca.it

The Golf Club Le Vigne is set amongst the hills of Custoza, in a peaceful natural setting that is easily accessible from Sommacampagna and Catullo Airport. Established in the early 1990s, it now features an 18-hole, par-70 course set amidst gently undulating terrain. The facility offers a 12-bay driving range, 6 of which are covered and floodlit, 3 executive holes, a putting green and a pitching green. The club welcomes thousands of players every year, playing both golf and footgolf, maintaining a well-kept, friendly atmosphere and remaining open all year round.

Golf Club Paradiso del Garda

• Address: Via Coppo, 2B
• Location: 37014 Castelnuovo del Garda (VR)
• Telephone: +39 045 6405802
• Email: info-golf@parchotels.it
• Information: golfclubparadiso.it

The Golf Club Paradiso del Garda, located in the municipality of Castelnuovo del Garda, was designed by the American architect Jim Fazio. Open all year round, it offers an 18-hole, par-71 course characterised by a modern design. The course features numerous bunkers, 5 lakes – one of which is natural – and some of the best-maintained greens in Italy, offering a technical and challenging game. The facility includes a driving range with some covered tees, putting and pitch greens, practice bunkers, a pro shop, a swimming pool, a wellness centre, a bar, a refreshment stand and a restaurant.

Golf Club Villa Giusti

• Address: Via Guastalla Nuova, 10
• Location: 37060 Sona (VR)
• Telephone: +39 045 7190043
• Email: info@golfvillagiusti.it
• Information: www.golfvillagiusti.it

The Golf Club Villa Giusti is located in a rural landscape characterised by vineyards, orchards and hills ranging in height from 70 to 300 metres. The course is an 18-hole par 65, opened in 2006, with a length of approximately 4,605 metres. It is a course designed for technical play, with small greens, straightforward fairways and an ideal layout for training, precision and fast play. The facility offers a driving range, putting green, pitching green, a Club House with a bar and restaurant, and a golf school.

Golf Club Verona

• Address: Loc. Cà del Sale, 15
• Location: 37066 Sommacampagna (VR)
• Telephone: +39 045 510060
• Email: info@golfclubverona.com
• Information: www.golfclubverona.com

The Golf Club Verona, founded in 1963, is set in a hilly landscape, where the 18-hole, par-72 course follows the natural contours of the land, surrounded by vineyards and copses. The practice area features a 20-bay driving range, seven of which are covered, a putting green, a pitching green, a practice bunker and ball-tracking systems that enhance the game with modern precision. The facility is completed by an elegant Club House, awarded in 2013 as the most beautiful country-style clubhouse in Italy, complete with a bar and restaurant.

Golf Hotel Ca' Degli Ulivi

• Address: Via Ghiandare, 2
• Location: 37010 Costermano sul Garda (VR)
• Telephone: +39 045 6279030
• Email: info@golfclubcadegliulivi.it
• Information: www.golfclubcadegliulivi.it

The Golf Hotel Ca' degli Ulivi, founded in 1989, stretches across the green hills of Marciaga, featuring an 18-hole, par-72 course that follows the natural contours of the landscape. Some holes offer sweeping views of the lake, whilst others are nestled beneath the silhouette of Monte Baldo. The practice area features a 25-bay driving range, 10 of which are covered, a putting green and an approach green, whilst the Mirabello course, a 9-hole executive course, completes a facility designed to satisfy every type of golfer.

Parco Golf Borgo Machetto

• Address: Via Grezze, 11
• Location: 25015 Desenzano del Garda (BS)
• Telephone: +39 030 6188675
• Email: booking@borgomachetto.it
• Information: borgomachetto.it

The Parco Golf Borgo Machetto is an elegant bed and breakfast nestled in the countryside of Desenzano del Garda. Adjacent to the property is the 6-hole golf course, a challenging yet technical layout featuring 2 par 4s and 4 par 3s, for a total of 20 par and a combined length of 1,107 metres, which can also be played at night thanks to a modern lighting system. There is also a practice area with a pitching green, whilst the Club House features a bar, restaurant and swimming pool.

How to get to the golf courses

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