For your next trip to Lisbon, be sure to pack your golf clubs. The International Association of Golf Tour Operators (IAGTO) once again selected Lisbon as the best European golf destination in October 2015. It received similar distinction in 2003 and 2007. For more information on the IAGTO, click here.
The award is recognition of the wide selection of courses available in the region – more than 2 dozen – as well as the wonderful natural surroundings found in the area. Lisbon’s mild climate makes it a perfect place to enjoy the sport all year round.
When you combine the cultural offerings in the historic city of Lisbon, the availability of so many quality golf courses, and the mild temperate climate, you get a destination that will delight travelers looking for both a cultural and sporting experience.
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