The last course designed by three time British Open Champion, Sir Henry Cotton, Alto Golf is a challenging course for all levels of player, but most suited to the mid to low handicapper, especially because hole 16 (“O Gigante”) is one of the longest holes in Europe. The 6125 metre long course has gently rolling fairways with scenic views of the Monchique mountains and the Algarve countryside with occasional sea glimpses of Lagos Bay and Praia da Vau. It has five par 3s, eight par 4s, and five par 5s, with two ponds affecting four of the holes. The fairways are always in very good condition, and the greens are excellent, most well guarded by strategically placed bunkers. It is located between Praia da Rocha and Alvor.