If you’re a golfer passing through Deauville you simply have to play this course. It’s a Golfbreaks.com bestseller and a golf holiday must.
AT A GLANCE
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Designed in 1929 by Tom Simpson, this is a magnificent course testing even the best of golfers. There is no water on the course but strategically placed bunkers and quick greens make it difficult to score well.
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Golf Barrière de Deauville (Golf Barriere de Deauville)
Just a short drive from Deauville town centre, this elegant 27 hole complex can be found high on Mount Canisy, overlooking the bay and the town. The signature course is a 6,508 yard Par 71, designed in 1929 by Tom Simpson, which makes its way through undulating parkland and features some excellent greens. For newer players, there is also the option of a 9 hole course (par 36, 3,322 yards), which was designed by the renowned architect Henry Cotton in 1964. The excellent clubhouse also offers an outdoor terrace where you can relax with a drink overlooking the course. A practice range, short game area and helpful pro-shop, including club hire, can also be found at this superb venue.
TEST
| Hole | White | Yellow | Par | SI | Ladies | Par | SI |
| 1 | 354 | 334 | 4 | 6 | 306 | 4 | 6 |
| 2 | 439 | 439 | 5 | 14 | 389 | 5 | 14 |
| 3 | 201 | 191 | 3 | 8 | 100 | 3 | 8 |
| 4 | 346 | 336 | 4 | 10 | 296 | 4 | 10 |
| 5 | 143 | 117 | 3 | 12 | 99 | 3 | 12 |
| 6 | 399 | 392 | 4 | 4 | 304 | 4 | 4 |
| 7 | 395 | 379 | 4 | 2 | 320 | 4 | 2 |
| 8 | 140 | 140 | 3 | 16 | 128 | 3 | 16 |
| 9 | 454 | 434 | 5 | 18 | 400 | 5 | 18 |
| OUT | 2871 | 2762 | 35 | | 2342 | 35 | |
| 10 | 457 | 457 | 5 | 17 | 409 | 5 | 17 |
| 11 | 387 | 387 | 4 | 5 | 364 | 4 | 5 |
| 12 | 386 | 327 | 4 | 3 | 290 | 4 | 3 |
| 13 | 364 | 333 | 4 | 1 | 270 | 4 | 1 |
| 14 | 392 | 382 | 4 | 7 | 313 | 4 | 7 |
| 15 | 123 | 123 | 3 | 15 | 111 | 3 | 15 |
| 16 | 483 | 483 | 5 | 9 | 333 | 5 | 9 |
| 17 | 170 | 153 | 3 | 11 | 122 | 3 | 11 |
| 18 | 318 | 308 | 4 | 13 | 289 | 4 | 13 |
| IN | 3080 | 2953 | 36 | | 2501 | 36 | |
| TOTAL | 5951 | 5715 | 71 | | 4843 | 71 | |
Accommodation
The stunning Hôtel du Golf Barrière is on site, but you can choose from other hotels including the 3* Hôtel Amirauté and Hôtel Mercure Trouville, or the family run 2* Hôtel Le Fer à Cheval.
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Where you can stay
Hotel du Golf Barriere
Hotel du Golf Barriere is a superb 4* hotel with Norman architecture and views over the surrounding area. This grand hotel has 178 spacious and well-furnished rooms, a restaurant, leisure facilities and bar to make this a true client favourite.
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Hotel de l'Amiraute
This modern 3* business hotel boasts 225 en-suite rooms, a very good restaurant and a contemporary yet comfy lounge bar. The town centre is just 5 mins drive from the hotel.
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Hotel Le Fer a Cheval
This friendly, family owned 2* is in the Trouville town centre, 5 mins walk from the Deauville amenities. It has 32 en-suite rooms with a lovely tearoom where you can enjoy the homemade pastries.
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Hotel Dormy House
Perched on the cliffs overlooking the town of Etretat, this characteristic 3* has 61 beautiful rooms of which most overlook the sea. An exceptional restaurant and cosy bar both have stunning views.
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Le Domaine Saint Clair, Le Donjon
This Anglo-Norman chateau is just outside of Etretat but with views looking back upon the town. All the rooms are individually decorated. A very good restaurant and outdoor pool (open Apr to Oct)
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Hotel Mercure-Omaha Beach
This hotel is sat right next to the Omaha Beach golf course. There are 70 rooms, a bar and good leisure facilities including an outdoor pool, sauna and fitness room.
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Hotel Mercure Trouville-sur-Mer
Part of the Mercure chain, the hotel has 80 en-suite rooms. Its has a very good restaurant -La Sole Normande – serving regional food. The hotel has a cosy bar and conference facilities.
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You can enjoy Resident Rates on this course by staying at the Hôtel du Golf Barrière.
Location
Deauville, Normandy (45 mins from Caen and 3 hours from Calais)
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