The Golf Course

The Costa Blanca has the perfect climate for golf and is very popular with golf tourists from many different countries.

Altea Golf Club is centrally situated on the Costa Blanca.
The course and club house enjoy superb views of the sea and mountains and the picturesque town of Altea is close by.
For those who want some night life whilst here, Benidorm is only 11 kilometers away.

Slope and Holes

Slope

Slope 18 holes – Reduced 1 Slope 18 holes – Reduced 2

Slope 18 holes – Complete Slope 9 holes – Complete

Holes

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289

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269

A simple hole to start the round, short and suitable for all levels.
Its difficulty lies in its 5 bunkers and the boundary along the whole of the right-hand side of the hole.
Players must stay on the left-hand side of the fairway to attack a small green with two platforms.

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120

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109

40 metres shorter than before, this makes a par 3 that is more achievable for all players.
A small high green protected by two bunkers at the front, the area out of bounds behind and to the right and side water to the left.

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367

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344

A new, extremely difficult par 4.
A narrow fairway with a dog-leg to the right, bordered by side water to the left and area out of bounds to the right.
Two very precise strokes are needed to reach a narrow green well protected by 1 bunker at the approach and another to the rear.

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156

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121

New par 3. Slightly elevated tee with a bunker at the front and area out of bounds to the right and behind the green.
Of medium difficulty, although the wind might make it more complicated, particularly when it is blowing against. Medium and gentle green.

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432

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374

120 metres shorter than the former and interminable 5.
A good drive to the left allows the boldest to reach the green in 2 strokes, as long as the dog-leg to the right does not get in the way.
Of medium difficulty with a boundary to the right and a sloping green protected by 2 bunkers.

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230

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205

New par 4.
A recovery hole with a climbing fairway and a large front bunker protecting the green from the players trying to reach it in 1 stroke.
Beware of going out of bounds on the right, left and rear. A fast green with several slopes. Fast green with several slopes.

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299

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282

A new tee further back than it was before obliges players to be conservative in their tee drive.
It is important to beware of the area out of bounds to the right. High, narrow green with two platforms.
Its elevated tee offers impressive views of the Sierra Aitana.

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427

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377

New recovery par 5.
A good tee drive allows the green to be reached in two strokes provided the dog-leg to the left is not an obstacle. A slightly elevated green with gentle slopes and protected by a bunker to the right.
A very high tee gives magnificent panoramic views of the course and of Altea.

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296

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280

The new tee facing the right of the fairway gives a slight dog-leg to the left. Trees on both sides. High, narrow and sloping green protected by 2 bunkers at the front.
Apparently simple, this hole gives a lot of players a bad time.

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257

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244

Short recovery par 4.
For the braver players, 4 new bunkers have been built to the right of the fairway, protecting the approach to the green.

150

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133

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30 metres longer than the 2nd hole.
Players need at least 3 more clubs to be able to reach a small, well-protected green.

434

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396

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A narrow fairway dog-legging to the right, side water on the left and out of bounds on the right. A challenge for any player
Apply a conservative strategy. There is a chance of a birdie if a risk is taken, but a double or triple bogey if not successful.
Spectacular views of the Mediterranean.

260

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213

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A recovery hole. The bravest can try to reach the green in 1 stroke, but can easily go out of bounds to the right and behind the green. A small green protected by a large bunker.
Its high tee gives good views over Altea Bay.

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438

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A long, climbing, very difficult par 5.
Failing either of the first 2 strokes before the dog-leg will punish the player with an extra stroke or two.
A high, sloping green protected by 2 front bunkers. Undoubtedly handicap 1.

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150

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45 metres shorter than its predecessor, it is still the most difficult par 3 on the course and one of the most difficult of the whole of the Costa Blanca.
UA high, narrow green, displaced with a front bunker and surrounded by areas out of bounds.
In the event of a bad result, it can be compensated with marvellous views of the sea and the Sierra Bernia.

292

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272

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A high tee protected by a screen of trees to the right. With a narrow and precise tee drive, it is best to use an iron.
Dog-leg to the right with a high, narrow and displaced green protected by two bunkers at the front and out of bounds behind.

366

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322

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35 metres shorter than its predecessor, this par 4 is still the most emblematic hole on the course.
Very demanding on the players with trees to the right and a dog-leg 100 metres before a green with two platforms, protected by a bunker to the right.

333

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296

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A tee facing the left of the fairway causes a slight dog-leg to the right. Trees on either side. A small green protected by 2 bunkers.
A final hole that is more complicated than it seems, giving more problems than joys. Few birdies and many bogies.

Care of the Course

Course etiquette requires that all players respect the course.
In particular, all players are requested to:

Repair divots.
Rake bunkers after use and leave the rakes neatly inside the bunkers.
Repair pitch marks on the greens.

PLAYING RULES AND REGULATIONS

To ensure the enjoyment of play for all our members and their guests, everyone who uses our golf course, our clubhouse and our practice facilities must abide by the following rules and agreements.

APPLICABILITY

These rules apply to everyone who uses the golf course, the practice facilities, the clubhouse and all other facilities of Altea Golf Club. This means that, before you start playing golf, you should be familiar with these rules (and the applicable ‘local rules’), but of course also that you should respect all these rules while playing.

Altea Golf Club reserves the right to amend and/or supplement these regulations.

COURT STAFF INSTRUCTIONS

Course staff at Altea Golf Club are constantly looking out for your safety and enjoyment, your guests and all other golfers on the course. If they give directions or instructions, you must follow them immediately and unconditionally at all times. Failure to do so or to comply with the Rules of the Course may result in the removal of the player from the course, and even the revocation of the right to play for a period of time.

BEHAVIOUR ON THE COURSE

Players at Altea Golf Club conduct themselves in a courteous and sporting manner. Behaviour (both verbal and non-verbal) that may be perceived as a nuisance or inappropriate by fellow players, other golfers on the course or course personnel will not be tolerated.
Follow the rules and etiquette as described in the booklet “The Golf Rules” of the R&A and RFEG. Also adhere to (temporary) local rules, as mentioned on the scorecard, the website or at the reception in the clubhouse.
Each player should carry a pitch fork and use it if necessary.
Playing in a flight with more than four persons is not allowed.
It is not allowed to use driving range balls in the course.

PACE OF PLAY

For a good pace of play in the course, we ask you to observe the following guidelines:

Always keep an eye on the flight in front of you and the flight behind you.
If you are holding up the flight behind you, let them pass, regardless of the composition of the flight, as soon as:
The hole in front of you is empty
You no longer have a connection with the flight in front of you.
Your party is searching for a ball and it looks like it will not be found immediately (the ‘3-minute rule’ refers to searching, not passing).
When you have waved the players of the flight that is coming up behind through, wait until the flight that has passed is out of reach before continuing play.
Do not move or talk when a fellow player is about to hit.
Play a provisional ball if your ball is suspected of being lost or difficult to find.
Place buggies, golf bags and trolleys well outside the green and in such a way that you can take them with you on your way to the next hole without having to walk past the green.

DRESS CODE AND EQUIPMENT

At Altea Golf Club play in appropriate clothing and functional equipment.

For ladies: a polo shirt (possibly sleeveless) with collar; bermudas or golf skirts.
For men: a polo shirt with collar; Bermuda shorts (no sports shorts).
T-shirts and tracksuits are not allowed, but decent jeans are.
Each player must have his own bag
Golf shoes are obligatory
It is fine to wear your golf shoes in the clubhouse, but only when they are equipped with soft spikes.

CARE FOR THE COURSE

At Altea Golf Club we work together to ensure that the course is and remains in perfect condition. That’s why everyone abides by the following rules:

Always repair your pitch mark on the green (and someone else’s if necessary).
Replace divots and/or use the appropriate mixture of sand and grass seed. If you don’t have this mixture available, put your sod back in the divot and press it down for quicker recovery of the fairway.
Enter and leave bunkers on the low side.
Always rake the bunkers and put the rake back.
Making a practice swing on the tee is permitted as long as you do not hit the grass on the teebox with your club.
Never walk through “Ground Under Repair” (indicated by blue posts or blue lines).
When using a buggy, drive on the designated paths as much as possible and carefully avoid any wet spots on the course.
Never drive your buggy or trolley over greens, tees, between the bunkers and the greens, on the foregreens and aprons.
It is forbidden to leave waste, cigarette butts and/or other objects on the golf complex other than in the designated waste bins.

USE OF BUGGIES AND TROLLEYS

Buggies and trolleys are welcome on the course, but Altea Golf Club may prohibit the use of buggies and trolleys at any time in order to protect the course.
The use of a buggy is at your own risk.
The driver of a buggy has to be 18 years or older.

BOOKING AND STARTING

Before starting a round of golf, using the driving range or taking a golf lesson, each player must check in at the reception of Altea Golf Club.
At least 5 minutes before your starting time you have to be present on the concerning tee.
If you are unable to make use of your reserved starting time, please inform the reception desk of Altea Golf Club as soon as possible (and in any case within 24 hours).

CANCELLATION

Golf lessons can be cancelled free of charge up to 48 hours in advance. After this Altea Golf Club reserves the right to charge a fee.

SAFETY OF COURSE STAFF

While playing, please always consider the safety of our staff. Our greenkeepers and marshalls always have priority.
If our staff are carrying out maintenance work on and around the green, they will take the flag out of the hole as a sign of this. Under no circumstances may the green in question be played on while they are working.
For all work in the course, you can only continue playing when the staff member working in the course has given the signal.

PRACTICE FACILITIES

The practice facilities may only be used by members and their guests.
On the chipping green and the putting green you are obliged to repair pitchmarks and other damage after use.
Practice bunkers must be raked after use.

PETS

Pets are allowed in the clubhouse and in buggy’s, but not allowed on the course of Altea Golf Club.

We would like to provide you with important information regarding the rules and regulations for the usage of buggies on our golf course.

1. Buggy Usage Policies:

Safety First: The safety of our members and staff is of utmost importance. Please adhere to all safety guidelines and exercise caution while operating golf buggies on the course.

Course Restrictions: Some areas of the golf course are restricted to buggy access. Signs indicating “No Buggy Zone” or “No Carts “must be respected at all times. Violation of these restrictions may result in penalties. There is an exception for people who are disabled and have a blue flag on the buggy.

2. Responsible Buggy Operation:

Repairing Damage: If your buggy inadvertently causes damage to the course, report it to the clubhouse immediately. Repair costs may be charged to the responsible party.

Use Pathways: Whenever possible, stay on designated cart paths to reduce wear and tear on the fairways, tees and greens.

Stay Clear of Greens and Bunkers: Maintain a distance of at least 3 meters (10 feet) from greens and bunkers with your golf buggy to preserve the course and avoid damage.
Leave Buggy Off the Green: Once you’re on the green, please leave your golf buggy parked away from the putting surface, ensuring it doesn’t obstruct the group playing behind you, when you leave the green.
Members are encouraged to drive buggies on the fairways as minimally as possible.
Buggies must stay on the concrete path near tees.

3. Environmental Considerations:

Environmental Hazards: Do not drive through water hazards or areas under maintenance. This helps preserve the beauty and health of the course.

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