Piedmont golf region – enjoyment, nature and first-class golf courses Piedmont is a real insider tip for discerning golfers who are looking for more than just fairways and greens. Nestled between the foothills of the Alps and rolling hills, this region in north-western Italy offers an impressive backdrop for a golf holiday that perfectly combines sport, cuisine and culture. Golf holidays in Piedmont – varied and authentic Those who play golf in Piedmont will experience a successful mix of well-maintained golf courses, authentic Italian lifestyle and breathtaking scenery. The courses are nestled among vineyards, forests and nature parks – and are significantly less crowded than other golf regions in Italy. This makes the region particularly attractive for anyone who wants to be active in a relaxed atmosphere. Top golf courses in Piedmont One of the best-known courses is the Bogogno Golf Club, which boasts two championship courses – Bonora and Conte. Both courses are varied, perfectly maintained and challenging. Also recommended: the traditional Circolo Golf Torino, which regularly hosts international tournaments, and the elegant Golf Club Castelconturbia, a true classic among Italy’s top courses. Smaller, charming courses such as the Golf Club Margara or Golf Colline del Gavi are also worth a visit. Best time to travel and climate The golf season in Piedmont is long – conditions are usually ideal from March to the end of October. In spring and autumn, the climate is pleasantly mild, and in summer it is warm but often refreshing due to the high altitude – perfect for a round in the afternoon and a glass of Barolo in the evening. Enjoyment on and off the course What makes Piedmont so special is the combination of sporting excellence with a genuine culture of enjoyment. The region is world-famous for its wines (Barolo, Barbaresco, Dolcetto), its fine cuisine featuring truffles, pasta, game and cheese – and, last but not least, its charming agriturismi, small wineries and stylish resorts, which are often located right next to the golf courses. Conclusion: Golf holidays in Piedmont – relaxed, stylish, high-quality If you are looking for a golf destination that combines sporting excellence with Italian flair, good food and scenic beauty, Piedmont is the place for you. Whether as a short break or an extended pleasure trip, golf in Piedmont is an experience that will remain in your memory for a long time to come.
Foresteria delle Vigne
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06.10.–13.10. —
7 nights, DBL Standard room, BED AND BREAKFAST
The Foresteria delle Vigne is set in the beautiful, renowned wine-estate of Fontanafredda, a “village” founded by Emanuele Alberto, the son of King Vittorio Emanuele II, which became home to 250 people, all employed by the winery, and where 15 families still live today. An authentic place, immersed in 120 hectares of bionatural reserve in the heart of Barolo wine, surrounded by rolling hills and vineyards, where every corner has a unique view and a story to tell. The historical wine cellars of king Vittorio Emanuele II are open to the public and can be visited (upon reservation and payment). Built between 1864 and 1865, the Foresteria delle Vigne is now a refined hotel, surrounded by nature, a few steps from the Royal Villa, in the beautiful estate of Fontanafredda & Casa E. of Mirafiore. It houses 11 rooms furnished in a classic, elegant style. Each room is named after a Fontanafredda wine, to celebrate the Village’s most important activity: producing the great wines of the Langhe. Guests are treated to a gourmet breakfast prepared on the spot by the resort’s chefs. The three restaurants of the complex, the 1-Michelin-star “GuidoRistorante”, in the Villa Reale, the informal “Osteria Disguido” in the Hotel Le Case dei Conti Mirafiore, and the Osteria Galarej in the Cascina Galarej, top off this amazing venue. The ideal place to rest and discover the beauty of the Langhe.
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The Foresteria delle Vigne is set in the beautiful, renowned wine-estate of Fontanafredda, a “village” founded by Emanuele Alberto, the son of King Vittorio Emanuele II, which became home to 250 people, all employed by the winery, and where 15 families still live today. An authentic place, immersed in 120 hectares of bionatural reserve in the heart of Barolo wine, surrounded by rolling hills and vineyards, where every corner has a unique view and a story to tell. The historical wine cellars of king Vittorio Emanuele II are open to the public and can be visited (upon reservation and payment). Built between 1864 and 1865, the Foresteria delle Vigne is now a refined hotel, surrounded by nature, a few steps from the Royal Villa, in the beautiful estate of Fontanafredda & Casa E. of Mirafiore. It houses 11 rooms furnished in a classic, elegant style. Each room is named after a Fontanafredda wine, to celebrate the Village’s most important activity: producing the great wines of the Langhe. Guests are treated to a gourmet breakfast prepared on the spot by the resort’s chefs. The three restaurants of the complex, the 1-Michelin-star “GuidoRistorante”, in the Villa Reale, the informal “Osteria Disguido” in the Hotel Le Case dei Conti Mirafiore, and the Osteria Galarej in the Cascina Galarej, top off this amazing venue. The ideal place to rest and discover the beauty of the Langhe.
Golf Club La Margherita
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07.10. — green fee per player: Green Fee 18 Holes (10:00)
There are two golf complexes thirty kilometers south of the center of Turin which are distinct yet complementary, for a total of 36 holes in all: the Golf Club I Girasoli and the Golf Club La Margherita. The latter regularly hosts national level competitions and championships. Designed by Marco Croze and Giorgio Ferraris, the 18-hole course, a par 72, it is the complex’s pride and joy. Continuous improvements and constant maintenance have taken it to such a high level of excellence that several editions of the Alps Tour, a third-tier professional circuit, have been hosted there and it was included among the 30 best clubs in Italy. The course demands good technique, but is enjoyable to play even for golfers with high handicaps, as long as they find the right motivation to improve their levels. 20 cozy guestrooms are available inside the complex. The position is ideal as it can be easily and quickly reached, due to its convenient location close to the Carmagnola exit on the Turin-Savona motorway. Technical Details Course : 18 holes, Par 72, 5840 meters Architect : Marco Croze & Giorgio Ferraris Topography : a little hilly, large fairways, a lot of water obstacles Special features : very varied course, which represents a real challenge at all game levels Pro’s Comments Don’t miss this 18-hole course. Just difficult enough with small and steeply sloping greens, the Margherita leaves no room for lapses in concentration. On the first nine holes, allow me to mention Hole 5, a long par 5 with a water hazard on the first shot and greens that slope steeply toward the fairway. Hole 7, a par 4 with a peninsula green with frontal water where it is very important to place the first shot. On the second nine, the very long Hole 16 par 5 with an out of bounds on the right and water on the left on the second and third shots, and Hole 18 par 4 which is great fun and gives powerful players the opportunity to decide whether to risk passing over a water hazard located 230 meters from the tee so as to have a comfortable approach shot to the pin. You must try it.
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Golf Club Cherasco
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09.10. — green fee per player: Green Fee 18 Holes (10:00)
“Your putting green in the heart of the Langhe”, as the slogan of this dynamic and welcoming club goes, opened in 1982 where the Tanaro river meets the Stura. A marvelous position from a naturalistic (and enogastronomic!) perspective, but which risked compromising the club’s very existence due to the two floods in the mid-90s that almost destroyed the course. Having brilliantly overcome these difficulties also thanks to the able director, Corrado Graglia, the Golf Club Cherasco today is a landmark for golfers in search of a stimulating yet not too severe challenge, and those who also appreciate fine cuisine and wines. Indeed, the club is located in the Langhe hills, where the enogastronomic tradition is supreme: the best bottles of Barolo, Barbaresco, Nebbiolo, Dolcetto and Barbera here are accompanied by outstanding white truffles, hazelnuts, snails, exquisite cheese and the traditional recipes in which the local trattorias (and the clubhouse restaurant) vie with one another to win over palates. Designed in 1979 by architect Marco Croze, the 18 holes extend on two levels, one on flat land and the other in the hills, embraced by a picturesque park dotted with many ponds and thousands of trees, some of which are centuries-old, others planted more recently: pines, maples, hornbeams, and oaks create a diversified and demanding course that is, nonetheless, suitable for all types of players. Technical Details Course : 18 holes, Par 72, 6050 meters Architect : Marco Croze Topography : partly flat, partly hilly, a lot of water Special features : straight drives are an advantage, as the fairways are partly narrow Pro’s Comments Some of the holes at Cherasco are truly beautiful: one of these is Hole 13, the most complicated of the course: a long par 4 where the first shot must be well placed, then the second must be made towards a small split-level green with a frontal water hazard; for higher handicaps, I recommend that you play for a bogey and don’t make the mistake of aiming for the green from far away with the second stroke. Then in autumn, arrivals at the clubhouse are a celebration for the palate and the sense of smell, as clearly indicated in the previous lines.
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Tenuta di Fontanafredda
Duration: , Departure time: Voucher 2025 Light dinner Osteria Disguido (starter + first course + dessert – beverages not included)
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Meeting place: Osteria Disguido
Tenuta di Fontanafredda & Casa E. di Mirafiore