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Club de Golf Municipal Llanes, Llanes, Asturias
Ref: SGA001, 18 holes - Par 71, 6407yds
Real Club de Golf Castiello, Gijón, Asturias
Ref: SGA002, 18 holes - Par 70, 6989yds
A magnificent parkland course on the side of a hill
overlooking the attractive Gijón university. Nearly
60 years old, the course has a genuinely natural
feel and, originally only nine holes, it was enlarged
to 18 just over a quarter of a century ago. Although
it received its ‘Royal’ tag in 2001, Real Castiello
is not in the least bit snooty and is thoroughly
welcoming to visitors who can also use the lovely
old clubhouse and outdoor pool.
Our opinion:
A genuine royal club although very quiet
and understated.
Favourite Hole: 5th.
With a double ‘L’ in its name, mountains on one
side and the sea on the other, you could almost be
forgiven for thinking you’re in Wales. This is a cliff-top
course with views all round that are absolutely
breathtaking and worth the absurdly modest green
fee on their own. Maintained in great condition this
is a genuine gem of a course.
Our opinion:
A ‘must play’ when in the area - the additional
9 holes designed by Manuel Pinero are superb.
Favourite Hole: 4th.
Après Golf
What to eat
Bocartes a la Cazuela, baked anchovies. Lechazo from
Burgos, Spain’s best tasting lamb. Roast suckling pig.
Cabrales cheese, similar to stilton but a little stronger.
Casadielles, a walnut and aniseed pastry. Lazos de San
Guillermo, bow-shaped pastries.
What to drink
Sidra (still cider). Excellent La Rioja, Godello and Mencia
wines. Orujo de Potes, a potent colourless spirit.
Great value itineraries in northern Spain — Call the Golf Desk for a quote
Cantabria from only £422pp
Cruise overnight from Plymouth-Santander (depart
Sunday/arrive Monday) with a cabin
3 nights B&B in Hotel Mirador de la Franca
1 round at Santa Marina
1 round at Pedreña
1 round at Llanes
Return overnight cruise from Santander-Plymouth
(depart Thursday/arrive Friday) with a cabin
La Rioja from only £404pp
Cruise overnight from Portsmouth-Bilbao (depart
Monday/arrive Tuesday) with a cabin
4 nights B&B in Hotel Villa de Laguardia
1 round at Rioja Alta
1 round at Logroño
1 round at Izki Urturi
Return overnight cruise from Santander-Portsmouth
(depart Saturday/arrive Sunday) with a cabin
Asturias from only £523pp
Cruise overnight from Plymouth-Santander (depart
Sunday/arrive Monday) with a cabin
5 nights B&B in Hotel abba Playa de Gijón
1 round at Castiello
1 round at Llorea
1 round at Barganiza
Return overnight cruise from Santander-Portsmouth
(depart Saturday/arrive Sunday) with a cabin
Courses in Asturias
To book call our Golf Desk on 0330 159 5418 or email golf.desk@brittanyferries.com
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