Golf courses in the Gard: between the Mediterranean, the Cévennes, and exceptional heritage
A land of character with contrasting landscapes, the Gard is a prime destination for golf enthusiasts seeking authenticity. From the Gard’s Camargue region, vineyards, and fragrant *garrigue* scrubland to the Cévennes mountains and the banks of the Rhône, the department offers an exceptional natural setting for year-round golfing.
Located near Nîmes, Uzès, Alès, the Pont du Gard, and Mediterranean beaches, the courses benefit from a sunny climate and a gentle, typically southern lifestyle. Here, historical heritage, unspoiled nature, and a passion for golf combine to create a unique experience.
Why play golf in the Gard?
Golf courses in the Gard appeal through the diversity of their layouts and the richness of their landscapes. From high-quality 18-hole courses to more accessible options, each offers a distinct experience—balancing technical challenge, the joy of the game, and immersion in pristine nature.
Fairways wind through pine, holm oak, and olive trees, while greens blend harmoniously into the rolling *garrigue* terrain or the vast open spaces of the Gard plains. Some courses offer magnificent views of the Cévennes, while others invite players to discover the iconic landscapes of the Gard’s Provence region or the Camargue.
The exceptionally favorable Mediterranean climate allows for play in ideal conditions almost all year round, making the Gard a golfing destination that is as enjoyable as it is refreshing.
Golf courses for every player
Whether beginners, regular players, or competitive golfers, everyone will find a course in the Gard to suit their preferences. The courses feature a mix of long tee shots, water hazards, strategically placed bunkers, and demanding greens, offering varied technical challenges without ever compromising the enjoyment of the game.
High-quality facilities—including practice areas, driving ranges, and welcoming clubhouses—allow players of all levels to improve in ideal conditions while enjoying a remarkable natural setting.
With premier courses such as Golf Club de Nîmes Campagne, Golf de Nîmes Vacquerolles, Golf Club d'Uzès, Golf Club d'Alès Ribaute, and Golf de Beaucaire Saint-Roman—complemented by the Golf Academy in Villeneuve-lès-Avignon—the Gard region offers a rich diversity of golfing experiences. From championship layouts and courses with unique character to compact courses and training facilities, there is a setting to suit every skill level and preference.
Golf Méditerranée invites you to experience far more than just a golf trip: immerse yourself in an authentic region where the Nîmes Arena, the Pont du Gard, Uzès, the Cévennes, and the Camargue create an exceptional backdrop. Here, every course offers the chance to combine a passion for golf with heritage and the Mediterranean art of living.
The Golf de Nîmes Campagne offers a comprehensive experience combining an 18-hole championship course with a compact pitch-and-putt area, set in a wooded, rolling Mediterranean landscape on the outskirts of Nîmes. This historic course, laid out across 50 hectares, features a mix of oak- and pine-lined fairways, gentle undulations, and strategic water hazards.
The Nîmes Vacquerolles Golf Club, an 18-hole, offers a hilly layout, seamlessly integrated into a natural setting of holm oaks, pines, and fragrant garrigue scrubland.
The course is renowned for its numerous doglegs to the left, its particularly challenging raised greens, and its demanding par-3s that require both precision and strategy.
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- Golf d'Alès-Ribaute - 9 holes
- Golf d'Uzès - 9 holes
- Golf de Saint Roman - 9 holes