Description:
The Victoria Golf Course in Vilamoura, now officially rebranded as The Els Club Algarve, has undergone significant renovations under the leadership of golf legend Ernie Els. Originally designed by Arnold Palmer and renowned for hosting the European Tour’s Portugal Masters from 2007 to 2022, the course has long been a symbol of excellence in European golf.
The extensive upgrade aimed to modernise the course, elevate playing conditions, and enhance all on-site facilities—ensuring it remains a world-class golfing destination. The newly transformed Els Club Algarve was officially inaugurated on 21st July 2025 and is set to welcome golfers from around the world with an even higher standard of service, design, and experience.
With this relaunch, the Algarve further strengthens its reputation as one of Europe’s top golf regions.
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Details
18
72
6560 m / 7216 yd
6094 m / 6703 yd
4762 m / 5238 yd
Bermuda 419 /Overseeded with Lollium Perenne
Bentgrass Var L-93
Bermuda 419 /Overseeded with Lollium Perenne
Gents < 28 | Ladies < 36
Facilities
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Arnold Palmer / Ernie Els
Dom Pedro Golf, S.A.
Paulo Ferreira
José Dias
Rui Grave
Information
Everyday from 7:45am to 8:00pm
Everyday from 7:45am to 8:00pm
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With Restaurant and Snack bar
With GPS
Manual and Electric
Titleist
Resident professionals
Yes
Up to 17 years old
Tecnical
Rolling fairways
Mainly on the front 9
Wind conditions play a big part on this course
More on the back 9, but are clear from the tee
More Heathland feel to this course
the 12th
European Tour venue
Added Value: 1 Free in 8 and Up to 18% discountMinimum 3 rounds (18 holes rates only)
At Vilamoura golf courses
Free Golf Shuttle from a selection of hotels
Prices available on request
Directions:
If you are coming from Lisbon or Porto, take the A2 motorway in the direction of the Algarve and when you reach the A22 Via do Infante motorway head in the direction of Faro. Continue until the exit to Vilamoura, then continue straight on and at the traffic lights turn left on to the EN 125 in the direction of Faro. After a few kilometres, the entrance to Vilamoura is on your right.
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