Sintra · Portugal · Lisbon District

Penha Longa Resort

Atlantic Championship

Penha Longa Atlantic — Robert Trent Jones Jr. in Sintra’s historic hills

mountain · 18 holes · Par 72 · 6,290 m · 1992
At a glance
Penha Longa Atlantic — Robert Trent Jones Jr. in Sintra’s historic hills
Geography & setting
The course unfolds amidst the hills of Sintra, traversing forests, rocky outcrops, valleys, and offering views towards the Atlantic.
History
The Atlantic Championship Course opened in 1992, designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr. It forms part of a historic estate featuring a former monastery and centuries of heritage.
Architecture
Jones Jr. made extensive use of the natural topography, incorporating carries, elevated greens, and changes in direction. The layout is spectacular but demands careful management of elevation changes.
The course in detail
The course is physically demanding, with significant ascents and descents. Several holes provide expansive views of the mountains and the coastline.
Club experience
The Ritz-Carlton hotel, spa, gastronomy, heritage and practice complete the resort.
Why play this course
; former Portuguese Open venue.
Highlights
; former host of the Open de Portugal and the Estoril Open de Portugal.
Competitions & records
Portuguese Open et compétitions professionnelles internationales
Practical information
Official website
www.penhalonga.com/golf/
Address
Penha Longa Resort, Estrada da Lagoa Azul, Linhó, Quinta da Penha Longa, 2714-511 Sintra, Portugal, Sintra