Parque
da Floresta is located amongst rolling, hilly terrain near the south-western
tip of Portugal, the 'Land's End' of Continental Europe.
The layout, designed by former Spanish amateur champion Pepe Gancedo,
architect of the well-known Torrequebrada course near Malaga in
Spain, was virtually carved out of the hills and many of the natural
contours were retained.
Unlike most courses, the controversial Parque da Floresta has an
infinite variety of holes, each one with individual character.
Many of the fairways have been modified since it first opened, but
it remains a considerable challenge.