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Tips & recommendations
Below you will find our first recommendations.
More will be added.
Slope-Tables & Score Registration
Summary To register your score correctly after a round in Portugal, it helps to understand a few key numbers in advance — especially slope and course rating. Before Your Round Before you start your round, it can be useful to know how many shots you will receive on the course. This is based on your handicap and the course’s slope table (“Tabela de Handicap”). On these tables, you will often see both 100% and 95%. For normal rounds, you should use 100%, which shows your full pl
Course Conditions & Maintenance
Summary The golf courses around Óbidos are maintained to a very high standard. However, like all top courses, they undergo regular maintenance to keep the quality at this level. Below you will find specific information about the courses we work most closely with. High Standards – Year Round The courses in this area are known for their excellent condition throughout the year. To maintain this level, regular maintenance work is necessary. This is a natural part of keeping the g
Golf Etiquette
-in Portugal Summary Golf in Portugal is generally relaxed and welcoming, but most courses around Óbidos are high-quality venues where a certain level of etiquette is expected. The good news is that the rules are simple and easy to follow. A Relaxed but Respectful Approach Compared to some other countries, golf etiquette in Portugal is not overly strict. However, the courses are well maintained and of a high standard, so it is expected that players show respect for both the c
A Michelin Experience
-without the Formality Summary About 25 minutes from Royal Óbidos you will find a Michelin-starred restaurant that stands out for a very different reason: it combines high-level cooking with a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere that feels far from traditional fine dining. A Recommendation Worth the Drive If good restaurants and memorable dining experiences are important to you, this is one you should not miss. And if you are willing to spend a little extra time on transport, th
Tribeca
A cozy brasserie-style surprise in a small village Summary About 18 minutes from Royal Óbidos (and around 9 minutes from Praia d’El Rey), Tribeca is a strong local option when you want something a little different from the typical resort dining. From the street it looks simple — inside, it’s a pleasant surprise. Practical Info Type: Brasserie-style restaurant with Portuguese roots and a Mediterranean touch Location: Serra d’El Rei (village inland from the coast, close) Good
Peniche and Baleal
Surf Culture Close to the Golf Courses Summary Just a short drive from the golf courses around Óbidos you find one of Portugal’s most famous surf areas. The town of Peniche and the nearby peninsula of Baleal are known for their strong surf culture, beautiful beaches and relaxed Atlantic atmosphere. Practical Tips Distance: About 10 minutes from Praia d'El Rey Perfect for: A short trip with beach and surf vibe Tips: Stop for a coffee or a drink in the area Just Minutes from th
World-Class Golf and Surf on the Same Coast
Summary Very few places in the world offer world-class golf and world-class surfing within such a short distance of each other. Along Portugal’s Silver Coast, powerful Atlantic waves attract surfers from around the world just minutes away from some of Europe’s most spectacular golf courses. A Unique Combination The coastline between Peniche, Baleal and Nazaré has become one of Europe’s most famous surfing regions. Powerful Atlantic swells roll in from the open ocean, creating
The Giant Waves of Nazaré
Summary About 45 minutes north of the golf courses around Óbidos lies one of the most extraordinary natural phenomena in the world of surfing. Nazaré is famous for producing some of the biggest waves ever surfed — sometimes reaching heights that seem almost impossible when seen from the cliffs above the Atlantic. Practical Tips Distance: ~50 minutes Best Season: November - February Perfect for: anyone who wants to see something extraordinary Bring: windbreaker - the cliffs c
The Legend
Royal Óbidos Clubhouse Restaurant Summary A practical and surprisingly solid dining option when staying or playing at Royal Óbidos. Practical Info Type: Golf clubhouse restaurant Location: Royal Óbidos Golf Club Good for: Lunch & Dinner Reservations: Normally not needed Atmosphere: Casual Vegetarian Friendly: Ok, a few dishes Outdoor seating: No Price level: €€€ Booking: +351 262 965 227 Note: Closes early some evenings dep on season When It Makes Sense If you are stay
Solar dos Amigos
Traditional Portuguese dining worth the drive Summary If you are willing to drive 35–40 minutes from the golf courses around Óbidos, along winding roads through the hills north of Caldas da Rainha, you will find a restaurant that feels like a true local discovery. Solar dos Amigos is traditional, generous, welcoming – and very much Portuguese. Practical Info Type: Traditional Portuguese cuisine Location: Small village north of Caldas da Rainha Good for: Lunch & Dinner Reser
Átrio
A Local Favourite in the Heart of Torres Vedras Summary Átrio is a relaxed, friendly restaurant in central Torres Vedras, best known locally for its sushi. This is not a destination restaurant you drive far for, but a very good choice if you’re already in town, passing through, or staying nearby. Practical Info Type: Sushi & Portuguese / international dishes Location: Central Torres Vedras, close to the town hall Good for: Lunch and dinner Reservations: Recommended, especia
O Conquistador
A Classic Restaurant Inside the Walls of Óbidos Summary A traditional restaurant located inside the medieval walls of Óbidos. Well known, highly rated, and one of those places where genuine hospitality and atmosphere are just as important as the food. Practical Info Type: Traditional Portuguese cuisine Location: Inside the old town of Óbidos Distance: Approx. 20 minutes by car from the golf area Good for: Lunch and dinner Reservations: Strongly recommended Atmosphere: Cl
Óbidos Chocolate Festival
A Sweet Reason to Leave the Golf Course Summary Each spring, the medieval town of Óbidos hosts one of Portugal’s most unusual events: the International Chocolate Festival. For golfers staying in the area, it’s an easy and different excursion – something you don’t find in many places, and a nice break from golf, beaches and restaurants. What Is the Chocolate Festival? The Óbidos International Chocolate Festival takes place inside the medieval walls of the town and usually runs
Óbidos
A Short Step Back in Time Summary Just 20 minutes from the golf courses around Óbidos, you’ll find one of Portugal’s most charming small towns. Óbidos is not a place that demands a full day – but it is a perfect short excursion, especially when combined with lunch or dinner. Medieval walls, narrow streets and a calm, authentic atmosphere make it an easy and rewarding break from the golf course. A Town with Deep Roots Óbidos is more than just “medieval” in style – it is genui
Order Coffee in Portugal
Want to Order Like a Local? Summary Ordering coffee in Portugal is not difficult — but it works differently from what you might expect. Once you understand how it works, it becomes simple, natural, and even a little fun. Coffee Does Not Mean “Coffee” In Portugal, if you ask for a coffee and don’t specify anything else, you will almost always be served a small espresso. Quickly. Without questions. That’s not rude — it’s just how coffee culture works here. A “coffee” is sma
High tide - Low tide
Why Tides Matter on Portugal’s West Coast Summary Along Portugal’s Atlantic coast, tides play a much bigger role than many visitors expect. The difference between high and low tide can be several meters, which means beaches, access and everyday experiences can change noticeably during the day. How Tides Work – In Simple Terms Tides are caused by the moon’s gravitational pull on the oceans. As the moon moves around the Earth, it pulls the water with it, creating a regular rhy
A glass of red wine in the sunset
Small moments • True gems • Real Portugal Summary December 2025 · Praia Azul, West Coast of Portugal Price for a glass red wine: €1.25 Many people carry a glossy image of Portugal with them. Endless holidays, long lunches, no worries. The truth is that most of the time, life here is just everyday life. And then, once in a while, you stop and notice where you are. Like today. Late afternoon at a small, local place by the beach. A few locals, a few neighbours, people visi
Flying to Lisbon from Scandinavia
Practical considerations when planning your flight Summary For travellers from Scandinavia, Lisbon is one of the most accessible gateways to Portugal. Flight options vary depending on departure airport and season, so this note offers a realistic overview of what typically exists — along with a few personal observations from travelling this route many times. Direct flights to Lisbon – how it usually looks Over the past years, Lisbon has generally been well connected to Scandin
Portugal – A World-Class Golf Destination
Why golfers around the world keep choosing Portugal Summary Portugal was just named World’s Best Golf Destination 2025! For us golfers, this isn’t just a title — it’s a confirmation of the quality, nature, value and atmosphere that define golf here. Portugal’s Global Golf Recognition Portugal won the title World’s Best Golf Destination 2025 at the World Golf Awards — one of the industry’s most respected honours. It’s not the first time Portugal receives this award, and the re
Order Wine in Portugal
A simple guide to enjoying wine the local way Summary Ordering wine in Portugal is wonderfully simple. With just a bit of local insight, you can enjoy wine exactly as the Portuguese do: casually, confidently and without unnecessary ceremony. Wine in Portugal is everyday life Wine isn’t a special-occasion drink here. It’s part of everyday culture — at lunch, on café terraces, during long Sunday meals, or after a round of golf. This relaxed approach is what makes ordering (an
Small moments • True gems • Real Portugal
The thoughts behind this page
A great golf trip is never just about the golf.
It’s about the people you travel with, the moments you share, and everything that happens before and after you step onto the tee.
Here in Portugal, those moments are everywhere – in the ocean, the light, the food, the nature, the culture, and in all the small impressions that stay with you long after you’re home again.
Our recommendations is our way of sharing some of that.
Little pieces of life from the area where we live, things we notice, stories, ideas, and places we think are worth experiencing.
If some of our tips can help you get more out of your time in Portugal – both on and off the course – then they've served their purpose.
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