Area: Lake Maggiore
Holes: 18
Par: 72
Teebox in metres:
Men: 5,888
Ladies: 5,215
Teebox in yards:
Men: 6,439
Ladies: 5,703
Designed by: C. Blamford
Opened in: 1934
Type: Forest - Parkland
Caddie: No
Buggy: Yes
Electric trolley: Yes
Trolley: Yes
Clubs: Yes
Closing Day: Monday
Nearest Town(s):
Varese - Como
Nearest Airport(s):
Malpensa MXP - Lugano LUG - Linate LIN
The
massive gray square structure of the Monastery of Luvinate stands out
clearly from the green of the golf course which slopes gently down the
Campo dei Fiori: this is the Varese Golf Club, one of the most renowned
and characteristic of the old established clubs. It was not new to
Varese as one of the first courses in Italy was created at the Hotel
Excelsior in 1898. The medieval monastery of Luvinate dates back to the
XII century and makes ideal premises for a club house. Skilfully
restored, it has housed the club house since 1934 and the historical and
architectural setting is unique. The 18-hole course comes up to
expectations in all ways and is pervaded with the atmosphere of the
club's long history.
Comment read on the Peugeot Golf Guide
Varese
is a city that has developed only recently, located between Lake Lugano
and Milan. This course was built above Lake Varese, one of the smallest
lakes in Lombardy, where the climate is particularly mild and sunny.
The more religious-minded golfer won't want to miss visiting the Sacro
Mont, the site of a great pilgrimage to the Virgin Mary plus the added
bonus of wonderful views over lakes and mountains. This region is not
only a tourist destination, it also worth visiting for the originality
of this course. It might not be very long but the hilly terrain requires
a certain level of fitness and control when hitting the ball from
tricky situations and sloping lies. Club selection is seldom
straightforward, especially since a number of greens are elevated and
many are two-tiered, making accuracy a must. If your round didn't go so
well, the superb clubhouse (a former monastery) offers solace and
consolation from where you can admire the beautiful landscape.