A stranger to Hardelot might play both courses and believe Les Dunes was in a different part of the country, it is so dissimilar to Les Pins. Built in the early '90s by the well-known Belgian architect Paul Rolin, the 6,634 yard, par 73 course takes full advantage of the natural shapes and undulations of the land.
Though the fairways are again wide and inviting the line not the length is all-important as there are blind shots and many doglegs to negotiate. The green side bunkers are cunningly sited and be wary of the subtle borrows on the greens.
18 holes. Par 73. 6634 yards. Woodland.
Hardelot Les Pins (Golf d'Hardelot)
When Les Pins was originally created, the fairways, tees and greens were laid out through the same ancient forest in which France and England signed the famous peace treaty 450 years ago. The magnificent trees remain to provide the perfect surroundings for a course re-designed by the famous Tom Simpson in 1931.
The Pines has hosted many championship events since then. The generous fairways, strategically placed bunkers, and well-guarded greens of the 6,498 yard, par 72 parkland course require accurate stroke play. Five short holes and five long holes make for a unique par 72-championship course. Watch out for the 6th, which is considered to be one of the hardest par 5s in Europe!
18 holes. Par 72. 5926 yards. Woodland.
Accommodation
Le Régina Hôtel 2*
The family run Hotel Le Régina is set in the heart of pine forest and is just two minutes drive from both Hardelot courses. The hotel offers 38 spacious en-suite rooms and even a private function room, perfect for society presentations and large groups.
In addition to a fully licensed bar, Le Régina also boasts the superb 'Les Brisants' Restaurant, serving a range of traditional local seafood dishes. Guests can also enjoy a wide range of leisure activities including tennis and horse riding.
Hôtel du Parc 3*
Set in the heart of the Hardelot complex, this highly regarded resort hotel is just two minutes from both Les Pins and Les Dunes courses and is a superb modern retreat for the keen golfer and non-golfer alike. The 81 en-suite rooms in the main hotel are spacious and airy, whilst addition accommodation can be taken in the 25 luxury self-catering apartments, perfect for larger groups.
Each apartment comes complete with living room, kitchen, two bedrooms and a bathroom. Fine dining at Hôtel du Parc comes in the shape of the gourmet "Le Restaurant", while guests can also enjoy a drink and entertainment in the elegant Saint-Laurent Piano Bar. The hotel also boasts extensive leisure facilities including heated outdoor pool, sauna, tennis courts, snooker room and a range of water-based and off-road activities.
Golfbreaks.com Customer Special: enjoy a golf break to Hotel du Parc in 2006 and save 15% on all drinks at the hotel bar. In addition, pay only €4 for a pint of beer compared to the usual €7. Winter offer If you spend €35 or more per person in the hotel restaurant, you will receive one bottle of wine for free (valid for a minimum of two persons before March 31st 2006).