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Golf
The Porto Santo Golf Course, designed by Seve Ballesteros, was opened in 2004 and hosted the Madeira Open, a round of the European PGA Championship, from 2009 to 2011.
The 18 hole course is a par 72, comprising six par 3's, six par 4's, and six par 5's, with championship, medal, yellow and ladies tees.
The first nine holes are American in style, with a number of lakes and other water features, and a stunning outlook over the south coast bay and beach.
The back nine extends up to the high cliffs of the northern coastline and combines undulating fairways, typical of British links courses, with more spectacular scenery.
Amongst the most impressive holes are the 13th, 14th and 15th, running along the cliff top and giving players magnificent views over the jagged shoreline far below.
The 14th is probably the course's signature hole. It is a dog leg right across the cliffs, with a tempting shot direct to the green for big hitters.
Or it could be the par-5 18th. A solid drive followed by a good fairway wood leaves a chip across the water to the green. Except of course on that special day with the wind behind, when your second shot might just reach the green to set up an eagle chance.
Or perhaps it's the 10th, another par-5 where you may decide to manage the water hazards by playing a nine iron second shot before a long iron approach to the green.
As well as the championship course, there is a 9 hole par-3 course, a driving range, putting green, chipping area, and a magnificent clubhouse with a pro shop, bars, restaurant, jacuzzi and sauna facilities.
9 hole, 18 hole and multiple round tickets are available, as well as club, trolley and buggy hire.
Follow this link for the website of Porto Santo Golfe.
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