Golf Club Padova

Within the enchanting Euganean Hills Regional Park and just steps away from the 17th-century Villa Barbarigo, Golf Club Padova offers a golfing experience where sport, elegance, and the Italian landscape come together in perfect harmony.

Founded in 1962, this is Padova’s oldest golf course and one of the most prestigious in northern Italy. It spans 78 hectares of lush parkland and features 27 holes arranged across three nine-hole Par 36 courses: the Yellow and Blue, crafted by legendary British designer John D. Harris, and the Red, shaped by renowned Italian architect Marco Croze.

Playing here means stepping into a living botanical garden: over 8,000 trees and shrubs have been selected with precision to enhance the beauty and technical challenge of each hole. Water hazards, sand traps, and panoramic fairways create a captivating, strategic layout embraced by serenity.

The elegant Club House, originally designed in 1964 and lovingly renovated in 2019 by architect Piero Castellini Baldissera, offers a warm, timeless atmosphere. From its cozy fireplace lounge to the billiard room, library, and exclusive smokers’ area, every detail reflects classic Italian style and hospitality. Guests can also enjoy a range of wellness and leisure facilities, including a summer pool, modern gym, sauna, and a highly rated restaurant known throughout the Italian golfing community. Whether you’re joining for a tournament or seeking relaxation in the off-season, you’ll find impeccable service and welcoming charm year-round.

Thanks to its proximity to the renowned thermal resorts of Abano and Montegrotto, Golf Club Padova attracts thousands of golf lovers, especially from Austria and Germany, who return year after year to combine the pleasure of the game with spa retreats and cultural excursions.

The surrounding Euganean Hills Regional Park offers even more to explore: medieval villages, Venetian villas, ancient monasteries, scenic hiking trails, and a rich food-and-wine tradition. The second hole of the Yellow course even plays alongside the “Porta di Diana“, the monumental water gate of Villa Barbarigo—a striking visual that blends golf with history.

Whether you’re a passionate golfer or a traveler in search of Italy’s hidden gems, Golf Club Padova is a unique destination where you can play, relax, and immerse yourself in beauty.