Perched on Gran Canaria's southwest coast just west of Maspalomas, Anfi Tauro Golf is one of those courses that makes you stop on the first tee and take it all in. You get that Arizona-style desert feel, then you look up and it's volcanic mountains, look out and it's the Atlantic. Not a bad backdrop for a round.
It's a proper championship layout too, regularly rated among Spain's top 20. Von Hagge, Smelek & Baril didn't exactly take the easy route when they built it either, shifting over three million cubic metres of earth to carve fairways through the rock. The end result is striking: emerald strips of turf winding through dark volcanic stone with plenty of elevation to keep your eye (and your ball flight) honest.
From the back tees it stretches past 6,300 metres and when the wind gets up it can feel every bit of that. The good news is there are five sets of tees, so you can pick the right test for your group and still have a great day out.
In playing terms, it's a course that rewards sensible club selection and a bit of course management. The terrain and the breeze have a habit of biting back if you get greedy, but play within yourself and you'll walk off with a scorecard you're happy to show.
Who is this for? Golfers who want a standout holiday course, big views and a bit of theatre on every hole.
Who is it best for? Mid to low handicappers, or mixed groups who'll choose tees sensibly and enjoy target-style golf in the wind.
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