Golf d'Arcachon, Golf course in La Teste-de-Buch, France.
Golf d'Arcachon is an 18-hole course stretching about 5760 meters with a par of 72, featuring both hilly and flat terrain. The front nine holes wind through continuous elevation changes, while the back nine unfold across level ground surrounded by maritime pines, mimosas, and oaks.
The course began in 1895 when the Exshaw family established a nine-hole layout, and then expanded to 18 holes in 1960 under architect Cecil Blandford's design. This growth reflected rising interest in golf across the region and advances in course architecture of that era.
The course sits at the heart of local golfing life, drawing players from the region who come to practice and compete with others in a welcoming setting. The clubhouse functions as a gathering place where golfers and visitors meet, eat, and spend time together between rounds.
The course operates daily and provides full facilities including a pro shop, restaurant, and practice areas for golfers of all skill levels. Visitors will find well-maintained pathways and ample playing space, though the terrain's varying elevation presents different physical demands.
The stark difference between the two halves of the course is striking: the demanding climbs of the front nine contrast sharply with the flat, wooded character of the back nine. This shift makes every round physically and mentally varied, requiring players to adapt to quite different playing conditions.
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