Pestana Vale da Pinta Golf Course

Vale da Pinta is the sister course to Gramacho at the Pestana Golf Resort near Carvoeiro, in the municipality of Lagoa. It is traditional parkland on rolling ground, with many holes framed by old olive trees and lakes on several holes.

Ronald Fream designed the 18-hole, par-71 course, which opened in 1992. The par-3 13th, played over water to a well-guarded green, is the hole most people remember. It is a steady, mature layout that suits most handicaps. A driving range, putting and short-game areas and tuition are available at the resort.