Carretera N-11, km 701,
Caldes de Malavella, Girona 17455
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The Golf Hub at CamiralThe Course:
18 holes. Tree-lined parkland. Undulating terrain - several slopes to climb.
Surroundings:
Woodland; limited residential.
Designer:
Both Camiral's courses were designed by Neil Coles & Angel Gallardo: Stadium course (1999), Tour course (2005).
Above distances are for the Stadium course. Also at Camiral is the 18-hole Tour course (par-72, 6000 m from back tees).
41.855643
2.764299
15 km S of Girona
Between Girona and Vidreres on the A7 motorway, take exit 8 and follow the N-II, direction Barcelona. After 3.7 km turn left at the 701 km sign and follow signs to golf.
Camiral Golf & Wellness (formerly PGA Catalunya Resort) is home to two fine championship layouts, the Stadium and Tour courses. Originally called the Green course, the Stadium course is generally regarded as one of the best tournament layouts in continental Europe. This is a big dimension design in every respect, quite accustomed to hosting the highest level of European professional events.
The Stadium course, as distinct from the resort's shorter Tour course, is laid out in a large pine forest. The terrain here is undulating, and at times gets quite hilly. Each attractively crafted hole presents its own challenges, risks and rewards. On several occasions elevated teeing grounds provide a clear view of what's needed from the tee (and what to avoid).
While every hole is defended by excellent bunkering and large fast undulating greens, five of them require careful approach work to avoid strategically positioned greenside water hazards. Amongst many picturesque views to be enjoyed from the course, the signature par-4 13th presents a stunning panorama of the distant Montseny Massif mountain range.
In 2005 the excellent Caldes de Malavella course (as the Stadium is sometimes called) was joined by the resort's shorter Tour course. This additional 18-hole layout provides a slightly easier-going option alongside its slightly older sibling.
Stay&Play at Camiral: luxury onsite accommodation available, see Where2Stay section below.
Visitors welcome on weekdays and weekends.
Must book in advance. Maximum handicap: men 28; women 36.
Credit cards accepted. Contact club for full details, discounts, Stay&Play packages, etc. [Last updated: 2023].
Players often walk this course; golf carts also available for hire.
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In 2022 the resort owners decided to ditch the world renowned PGA Catalunya title in favour of a rebranding under the name Camiral Golf & Wellness.
The resort's Stadium course (built as a potential Ryder Cup venue) has hosted many top level professional tournaments, including the 1999 Sarazen World Open, multiple Spanish Open Championships and the European Tour's Final Stage Qualifying School (2008-2014). For more details see Top golf tournaments played at PGA Catalunya.
Stadium course:
Spain's 3rd best course (Golf World, 2022).
Continental Europe's 22nd best course (Golf World, 2023).
Camiral Golf & Wellness, Ctra A-2 km 701, Caldes de Malavella 17455, Girona.
+34 972 181 020
Visit websiteThe modern 149-room Camiral Hotel (formerly Meliá Golf Vichy Catalán hotel) was opened in 2006 and sits at the heart of this Golf & Wellness Resort. An ideal destination for golfers, as well as visitors wishing to discover the Costa Brava and the inland areas of La Selva County.
Camiral (Stadium and Tour courses)
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