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West Cliffs Golf Links
Óbidos, Oeste, Portugal
18 Holes · Par 72 · Green fees on request · Links
— About
About West Cliffs Golf Links
West Cliffs Golf Links is a par-72, 18-hole course at Óbidos on Portugal's Silver Coast. Cynthia Dye of Dye Designs Group designed it, and it opened in 2017. The ground is a mix of sand dunes, coastal vegetation and pine groves, and the routing alternates between forest and dune settings. Bunkers are cut with irregular edges and blend into the native plants rather than sitting as neat bowls. The Atlantic Ocean is visible from many holes. The Silver Coast setting puts it within about an hour of Lisbon.
- Buggies, trolleys and rental clubs are available, and there is a driving range.
- The handicap limit is 36 for both men and women.
- Tees are chosen by total length rather than color, and higher handicappers are advised to choose carefully.
- It was Cynthia Dye's first course in Portugal.
History of West Cliffs Golf Links
West Cliffs opened in 2017 on the Silver Coast near Óbidos. Cynthia Dye of Dye Designs Group was the architect. The course was voted World's Best New Golf Course at the 2017 World Golf Awards, the same year it opened.
Signature holes at West Cliffs Golf Links
On the 3rd, a lake runs along the right side of the hole. The 18th green is guarded by a lake.
When to play West Cliffs Golf Links
Tee times are offered every day throughout the year. The course sits on an exposed stretch of the Atlantic coast, so wind changes how holes play, particularly where carries or elevated shots are involved. Pack a light jacket, as the breeze can shift quickly.
Playing West Cliffs Golf Links: tips
Book through the online portal or call the golf reception on +351 262 249 880. The club encourages you to pick a total length that suits your game rather than a colored tee, and higher handicappers should choose carefully, because misses can disappear into dunes or vegetation. Several holes demand solid carries. The address is Estrada do Rio Cortiço, Óbidos.
— Weather at West Cliffs Golf Links
Approximate conditions · Observed · Open-Meteo
Visit West Cliffs Golf Links
Estrada do Rio Cortiço, 4, 2510-665 Vau, Óbidos, Portugal
Óbidos, Oeste, Portugal
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Practical Information
— FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about West Cliffs Golf Links
Is West Cliffs open to visitors?
Yes. It is a public course and visitors can book tee times daily, online or by phone.
Who is the architect of West Cliffs?
Cynthia Dye of Dye Designs Group designed it. West Cliffs is her first course in Portugal.
Is West Cliffs a true links?
It is described as links-style, with dunes, sandy transitions and sea views from many holes. Expect Atlantic wind and some forest holes between the dune stretches.