The best golf courses in France

Morfontaine Golf Club, founded in 1913 by Armand de Gramont and redesigned by renowned architect Tom Simpson, is a private, historic, and revered French club. The Grand Parcours 18-hole course stretches over manicured parkland, blending natural beauty with elite design. Consistently ranked among the world’s top courses, its exclusivity and tradition are matched by superb routing and subtle strategic challenges.

Terre Blanche’s Château Course, designed by Dave Thomas, is one of the most acclaimed courses in France and the heart of a five-star golf and spa resort. Opened in 2000, the layout features undulating fairways, large greens, striking water hazards, and panoramic views of Provence. Meticulously maintained, the course challenges players of all abilities while rewarding precision and strategic play.

Les Bordes Golf Club (New Course), set amidst ancient woodland and lakes in the Loire Valley, France, is a private, members-only club regarded as one of Europe’s premier new layouts. Designed by Gil Hanse and opened in 2021, the course complements the famed Old Course by Robert von Hagge with a strategic, naturalistic routing, subtle shaping, and a style reminiscent of classic heathland designs. The New Course offers a secluded, world-class golf experience.

Fontainebleau Golf Club, designed originally by Julien Chantepie and redesigned by Tom Simpson, is among France’s most historic and scenic courses. Nestled in the ancient imperial hunting grounds of the Fontainebleau Forest, its tree-lined fairways and sandy soil offer excellent year-round play. Consistently ranked among Europe’s top traditional clubs, it remains a favorite for both visitors and members.

Evian Resort Golf Club, established in 1904 on the shores of Lake Geneva, is a historic and prestigious championship course designed for international play. Set in parkland among the French Alps with stunning lake views, the 18-hole, par-72 layout hosts The Amundi Evian Championship, an LPGA major, and blends challenging play with Alpine beauty.

Le Golf National's Albatros Course, designed by Hubert Chesneau and Robert von Hagge, is France's premier public championship layout. Famed for hosting the Ryder Cup and multiple Opens, it features dramatic water hazards, strategic bunkering, and significant undulations that challenge elite and everyday golfers. Its links-like feel and stadium mounding make for exciting spectator events.

Golf de Chantilly (Vineuil) ranks among the most prestigious courses in France. Set in parkland surrounded by the Forêt de Chantilly, the course was originally designed by J.H. Taylor in 1909, expanded and redesigned by Tom Simpson in the 1920s, and modernized by Martin Hawtree. It features exceptional green complexes, classic routing, and has hosted the French Open multiple times.

Barbaroux Golf Club, designed by Pete and PB Dye in 1989, is a renowned 18-hole layout in Provence featuring a wooded, undulating landscape with seven water hazards. Known for its challenging Dye design, bold features, and large, tricky greens, it is regarded as one of continental Europe's standout golf experiences.

Les Aisses Golf Club, designed by Olivier Brizon (1992) and completely renovated by Martin Hawtree in 2011, is an 18-hole par 72 heathland course located in the heart of Sologne. Surrounded by heather, pine, and birch, its British-influenced design features strategic bunkering, water hazards, and large, swift greens, making it one of France's most respected and naturally beautiful golfing experiences.

Royal Mougins Golf Club, designed by Robert von Hagge in 1993, is a renowned 18-hole course set in a lush, wooded valley near the French Riviera. Known for technical challenge and superb scenery, it is considered one of France’s top golf resorts with a boutique hotel and a welcoming, exclusive club atmosphere.

Set along the Landes coast between the Atlantic Ocean and pine forests, Golf de Moliets was designed by acclaimed architect Robert Trent Jones Sr in 1986. The course features 27 holes, including an 18-hole championship layout (Ocean) combining links-style dunes and forest parkland. The layout is known for its challenging greens, variety, and scenic beauty.

Domaine de Manville Golf Course, designed by Thierry Sprecher & Anne-Laure Ricci, is set amid olive groves and stone walls in the Alpilles of Provence. France’s first Ecocert-labeled course, it features a sustainable design integrated into local farmland, offering striking scenery, moderate difficulty, and a unique ecological approach for its resort guests.