Set on the idyllic Côte Picardie, Belle Dune is surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty and considered by many to be one of France's top courses. The course was conceived by Italian Jean-Manuel Rossi in 1992 and the layout is good enough to draw comparisons with the finest links courses of the UK and Ireland.
Located on the pristine west coast of France, Golf de Belle Dune sits just 30 minutes south of Le Touquet, so it's an easy add-on round for a northern France golf break, particularly if you're travelling over from the UK.
What sets Belle Dune apart from many French courses is its authenticity. It feels closer to a true links than many 'links-style' courses in France, with sandy soil underfoot and plenty of run on the fairways. The back nine, in particular, plays out along the dunes with views across the bay, and when the wind gets up it's a proper test of links golf.
Ranked as a top course in Northern France and inside the top 80 courses in Europe, Belle Dune is not one to miss if you like golf that asks a few questions.
Who is this for?
Golfers based around Le Touquet who want a contrasting 'seaside' round without a long transfer.
Who is it best for?
Players who enjoy shaping shots, keeping it down in the wind and plotting your way around rather than simply bombing driver.
