description Golf de Fontainebleau Overview
Golf de Fontainebleau is a 27-hole golf complex situated within the Forest of Fontainebleau, located approximately 55 kilometers southeast of Paris, France. The club was founded in 1909, and its primary 18-hole course was later redesigned in the 1920s by the British architect Tom Simpson. The layout is characterized by its forested parkland setting, featuring narrow fairways lined with ancient oak and birch trees. It is historically significant in French golf and has served as a host venue for the Open de France on multiple occasions throughout the 20th century.
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How many holes does Golf de Fontainebleau actually have?
The official club and French Golf Federation listings describe the main Golf de Fontainebleau course as 18 holes. A catalog description calling it a 27-hole complex does not match those current course listings.
When was Golf de Fontainebleau founded and redesigned?
The course was inaugurated in 1909 by French designer Julien Chantepie and redesigned in 1920 by British architect Tom Simpson. Fred Hawtree later lengthened and modified it in 1963.
Why is Golf de Fontainebleau playable in different weather conditions?
The course sits on sandy soil, which helps it remain flexible and playable in wet weather. It is located in the Forest of Fontainebleau, roughly 55 kilometers southeast of Paris.
What makes Golf de Fontainebleau technically difficult?
Its relatively narrow fairways are bordered by forest vegetation, and the course has 103 fine-sand bunkers. The combination of trees, heather, broom, and bunkers makes accuracy more important than simply hitting long.
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