Lake Garda Golf Holidays – Golf in Italy with Golf Direct

A golf holiday at Lake Garda offers the perfect combination of beautiful golf courses, spectacular landscapes, Italian gastronomy and the relaxed feeling of la dolce vita. Those choosing Lake Garda golf holidays will discover a destination where golf is about much more than the game itself. Play among rolling hills, olive groves and vineyards, enjoy views across the blue waters of Lake Garda and finish your golfing day with a glass of fine Italian wine and a delicious dinner. With Golf Direct, you can create a golf holiday in Italy tailored entirely to your wishes.

Lake Garda golf holidays

Lake Garda is one of the most attractive destinations for a golf holiday in northern Italy. Its mild climate, easy accessibility and excellent selection of golf courses make the region suitable for both a short golf break and a longer golf holiday.

Around Lake Garda you will find a varied selection of golf courses. Some are located close to the water, while others extend across the rolling countryside between vineyards, cypress trees and olive groves. This variety is precisely what makes golf at Lake Garda so appealing. Every golf course has its own character and almost every round offers a different panorama.

One of the best-known clubs is Gardagolf Country Club, situated near Soiano del Lago. This 27-hole golf club offers several course combinations, making it particularly suitable for playing several rounds during the same holiday. The undulating terrain, strategically positioned hazards and surrounding Italian countryside provide an enjoyable and challenging golfing experience.

On the western side of the lake lies Golf Bogliaco, one of the region's most characterful golf courses. The course is set in the hills above Lake Garda and offers beautiful views over the water from several points. Golf Bogliaco combines perfectly with a stay in Gargnano or one of the other attractive towns along the western shore.

Golf in Italy – much more than golf

When you think of golf in Italy, beautiful golf courses naturally come to mind, but what Italy offers beyond the fairways is equally important. A golf holiday in Italy is all about enjoyment. After your round, there is plenty of time for a cappuccino on a terrace, a lunch of freshly prepared pasta, an aperitivo by the water or an extensive dinner featuring regional specialities.

Lake Garda is perhaps one of the finest examples. Around the lake you will find charming towns such as Gargnano, Salò, Gardone Riviera, Desenzano del Garda and Sirmione. A golf-free day can be spent taking a boat trip across the lake, visiting a local winery or simply relaxing on a waterfront terrace.

This also makes Lake Garda particularly suitable when not everyone in your party wants to play golf every day. Golfers can head to the course while partners or other travelling companions enjoy shopping, wellness, walking, culture and gastronomy.

Stay at Villa Sostaga

A particularly attractive choice for a luxury golf holiday at Lake Garda is Villa Sostaga near Gargnano. This five-star boutique hotel sits high above Lake Garda and offers spectacular panoramic views. The former residence of the Counts Feltrinelli is now an intimate and stylish hotel where personal service and Italian hospitality take centre stage.

The elegant rooms and suites combine the atmosphere of a historic villa with contemporary comfort. For an additional touch of luxury, spacious Spa Suites feature a private sauna, Turkish steam bath and panoramic hydromassage.

After a day on the golf course, you can relax beside the panoramic swimming pool, enjoy a wellness treatment or savour an extensive dinner in the restaurant. Its peaceful location, gastronomy and proximity to several golf courses make Villa Sostaga particularly appealing to golfers who value quality and atmosphere.

Golf around Villa Sostaga

Several golf courses are easily accessible from Villa Sostaga. Golf Bogliaco is approximately 10 kilometres away and is therefore a natural choice during your stay. Golf Club Il Colombaro near Salò is also nearby, while a round at Gardagolf Country Club can be added for a more extensive golf programme.

Combining several courses gives every golfing day a different character. One day you may play with views across Lake Garda, while the next offers a challenging round among rolling hills and vineyards. Golf Direct can include green fees and tee times in your travel programme in advance, allowing you to make the most of your holiday once you arrive.

Golf holidays in Italy by car or plane

Lake Garda is easily accessible by car from Belgium and the Netherlands. This makes the destination particularly suitable for golfers who prefer to bring their own golf equipment and enjoy maximum freedom during their stay. Having your own car is also convenient for travelling from the hotel to the different golf courses.

Naturally, a golf holiday at Lake Garda can also be arranged with flights. Depending on your departure point, airports such as Verona, Bergamo and Milan provide convenient gateways to the region. Combined with a rental car, you can easily reach your hotel, the golf courses and the many towns around Lake Garda.

The best time to play golf at Lake Garda

Spring and autumn are particularly attractive periods for golfers visiting Lake Garda. Temperatures are generally pleasant for golf, while the atmosphere around the lake is often quieter outside the busiest summer months.

Golf can also be enjoyed during the summer, although temperatures may be higher. An early tee time is ideal during this period: play your round in the morning and spend the rest of the day relaxing by the pool or exploring Lake Garda.

Tailor-made Lake Garda golf holidays with Golf Direct

No two golfers have exactly the same requirements. That is why Golf Direct creates tailor-made golf holidays to Lake Garda. You may wish to combine a luxury five-star hotel with three or four different golf courses, or perhaps you prefer a more relaxed stay alternating golf with gastronomy, culture and excursions around the lake.

When preparing your holiday, we consider your preferred travel dates, hotel, number of nights and number of rounds. Flights, rental cars or transfers can also be included in your proposal. All the different elements are then combined into one clear and complete golf travel arrangement.

Why choose Golf Direct?

A successful golf holiday requires more preparation than an ordinary holiday. Your hotel should not only be comfortable but also conveniently located in relation to your chosen golf courses. Tee times need to fit your daily programme, while travelling times between your hotel and the golf clubs are also important.

Golf Direct specialises in golf travel and combines accommodation, transport and golf into a carefully planned travel programme. This means you do not have to book hotels and golf clubs separately, but can organise your complete golf holiday through one comprehensive travel proposal.

Whether you are travelling as a couple, planning a golf week with friends or organising a larger group trip to Italy, we will look for a combination that matches your requirements.

Discover golf at Lake Garda

Lake Garda has everything required for an unforgettable golf holiday: excellent golf courses, magnificent scenery, charming hotels, delicious food and, of course, the relaxed Italian lifestyle. Combine a round at Golf Bogliaco or Gardagolf with a stay at a special hotel such as Villa Sostaga and discover why northern Italy is so popular with golfers.

Are you looking for Lake Garda golf holidays, would you like to discover more about golf in Italy, or would you like us to create a complete golf holiday for you? Golf Direct will be pleased to prepare a personalised travel proposal. From hotels and golf courses to flights, rental cars or transfers, we ensure that every aspect of your golf holiday is carefully coordinated.

Discover Lake Garda with Golf Direct and combine magnificent golf courses with Italian hospitality, gastronomy and la dolce vita.