The Costa Brava is one of the most beautiful regions not only of Catalonia, but probably the whole of Spain. The beautiful waters of the Mediterranean Sea lap its shores, and its interior is dominated by the spectacular Pyrenees Mountains. Golf courses in Costa Brava are second to none, and this region is seen as one of the best emerging golf destinations in the world.

1.PGA de Catalunya Golf Course
Golf World Magazine has voted the PGA de Catalunya Golf Course on Catalonia’s Costa Brava as one of the top ten golf courses in Europe. Golf journalist Steve Carr glowingly described it as “the jewel in the crown”.
It is an absolutely stunning course, with the Pyrenees in the background adding to the charm. This golf course was designed by Angel Gallardo and Neil Coles. Though it has been in operation only since 1998, it has already hosted the 1999 Sarazen World Open and the 2000 Spanish Open. No other course has hosted two major European Tour events within 10 months of opening.

PGA CATALUNYA STADIUM COURSE (OLD COURSE)
The land upon which the PGA Catalunya Stadium Course lies is rolling hills covered with evergreens and oak trees. Heather lines the beautiful fairways.  This is a technical course that is a challenge for professionals, but also provides plenty of fun for amateurs. Some of the more difficult holes are really spectacular. In 2000 and 2009 the PGA Catalunya Stadium Course hosted the Spanish Open.
Details: 18 holes. Length 6809 yards. Par 72
Yellow Tee Course Record 64 Peter Baker (England)

PGA CATALUNYA TOUR COURSE (NEW COURSE)
The new Tour Course at the PGA de Catalunya opened in October of 2005. It was planned and laid out in the same meticulous manner as the original championship course, but it has broader fairways and larger greens. This new course has given the PGA de Catalunya an exciting new impetus. It offers golfers of all skill levels a chance to play on one of the best and most beautiful golf courses in Europe.
Details: 18 holes. Length 6065 yds. Par 72. Yellow Tee
Location: Caldes de Malavella (Girona, Costa Brava), Girona 15 kms, Girona airport 10 mins, Rail Station.
www.pgacatalunya.com

The Emporda Golf The Emporda Golf Club is located in one of the most beautiful parts of Spain’s Costa Brava region. It is just 90 minutes from Barcelona, 30 minutes from the Girona airport, and fifteen minutes from some of Costa Brava’s best beaches: Palamos, Aiguablava, Calella, and Llafranch. It is also close to such historic medieval villages as Peratallada and Pals. The Emporda Golf Club was designed by the famous American architect Robert Von Hagge. This great designer has used his talent and experience to create magnificent golf courses in the enclave of l’Empordant, in the heart of Costa Brava. Emporda Golf is one of his most ambitious and creative projects. www.empordagolf.com/en/golf/servicios-presentacion.php
Platja de Pals Golf Club The Platja de Pals Golf Club was founded in 1966. It was designed by famous golf architect F.W. Hawtree. This golf club is centrally located in Costa Brava. It is adjacent to Pals Beach with its beautiful white sand, and is surrounded by thick forests of green pine. Pals Golf Club is used as a qualifying school for the PGA European Tour. Thanks to its close proximity to Serres de Pals Club and Emporda Golf Club, Pals is the ideal site from which to enjoy a golf holiday. Details: 18 holes. Par 73. Length 6740 yds. Location: Pals (Girona, Costa Brava) Girona 40 km, Barcelona 135 km www.golfplatjadepals.com
Peralada Costa Brava Golf Course The Peralada Golf Club is in the heart of Costa Brava, just a few kilometers from Figueres, which is the birthplace of Salvador Dali. It is one of the most beautiful and comprehensive golf courses in Catalonia. It has a five star hotel, a wine spa, a David Leadbetter golf school, and the combination castle and casino of Peralada. This is a very attractive and relaxing course, and is great for players of all skill levels. It has an 18 hole championship course, and a nine hole, par 3 course. Details: 18 holes + 9 par 3. Par 71. Length 6704 yds. Location: Peralada (Girona, Costa Brava) Barcelona 60 mins, France 15 mins, Girona 20 mins, Figueres 6 kms. www.golfperalada.com
Torremirona Resort and Golf Club The Terremirona Resort and Golf Club is located just a few miles from Figueres, on the edge of Costa Brava. It is set amidst breathtaking natural beauty, with the magnificent Pyrenees Mountains as a backdrop. This course can be played from various tees, and is great for golfers of all skill levels. Torremirona is the home of a prestigious golf school with three practice holes. Details: 18 holes + 3 practice. Par 72. Length 6245 yds. Location Navata/Figueres (Girona, Costa Brave). Figueres 6 kms, Girona 34 kms, France 25 kms. www.hoteltorremirona.com
Serres de Pals Golf Club The championship Serres de Pals Golf Club, designed by Ramon Espinosa, opened in 2000. It is set amidst rolling agricultural land, and provides beautiful views of the Emporda region of the Costa Brava. The Serres de Pals Golf Club forms part of the Golden Triangle of golf clubs in this area, along with the Emporda Golf Club and the Playa de Pals Golf Club. This course has three distinct areas, with level hilltops, evergreen forests, and fairways flanked by lakes. The course provides challenges for golfers of all skill levels. Details: 18 holes. Par 72. Length 6785 yds. Girona 40 km. Location: Pals (Girona) www.golfserresdepals.com/index.php
Club de Golf d'Aro (Mas Nou Golf Club) The Club de Golf d’Aro, also known as Mas Nou Golf Club, is located at the southern end of the Costa Brava. It is situated high above the resort of Platja d’Aro in a spectacular natural setting, and has panoramic views of the coast and landscape. This is a rolling course with water hazards and strategically placed bunkers that make it both interesting and challenging. You will have opportunities to use every club in your bag. Be sure to bring a camera so you can capture the magnificent views. Golf d’Aro has recently been renovated. The excellent new facilities include a refurbished Masia style club house and a first rate golf school. Details: 18 holes = 9 par 3. Par 72. Length 6004 m. Barcelona 110 km, Girona 35 km. Location: Platja d’Aro (Girona). www.golfdaro.com/en/golfdaro.html
Costa Brava Golf Club The Costa Brava Golf Club, which was founded in 1968, was designed by Hamilton Stutt & Co. This golf course is located near Platja d’Aro and St. Feliu de Guixols. This is a lovely course with undulating fairways that challenge golfers of all skill levels. The first nine holes are flanked by cork and pine trees. The last nine holes are longer and are in flatter terrain, providing opportunities for the odd birdie. Here you will find an elegant masia (country house) which was built in 1841. It serves as the clubhouse. The Costa Brava Golf Club is only four kilometers from the popular beaches of St. Feliu de Guixols and Platja d’Aro. There are first class tourist places nearby, where you can find hotels, restaurants, and all other facilities. Details: 18 holes. Par 70. Length 6097 yds. Barcelona and Perpignan 100 km, Girona 30 km, Platja d’Aro 6 km. Location: Santa Cristina d’Aro (Girona) www.golfcostabrava.com
Girona Golf Club The Girona Golf Club, which was designed by the famous F.W. Hawtree, was founded in 1992. The great golf architect considered it to be one of his finest creations. It is immaculately maintained, and is the only golf course in Spain that is sown with Pencross Grass. It depends upon its topography and the natural lie of the land to give it elegantly pleasing features. The course provides challenges to all golfers, both professional and amateur. This course has a beautiful natural stone clubhouse that blends in perfectly with the surroundings. Details: 18 holes. Par 72. Length 6673 yds. Girona 4 km, France 56 km. Location: Girona www.golfgirona.com