Robert Trent Jones II himself is taking the reins: The Palmares Golf Resort in Lagos, Portugal, is undergoing a comprehensive makeover for its 27 holes. This isn't just a minor facelift but a clear statement about the future of one of Europe's most played golf destinations.
With its three nine-hole loops – Alvor, Lagos, and Praia – Palmares is already a true heavyweight on the Algarve. Famed for its blend of elevated inland terrain and holes that stretch through dunes all the way to the Atlantic, the course presents a links-inspired challenge that truly tests golfers.
RTJ II's Mission: Preserve Character, Shape the Future
The star architect's mission is clear: not to reinvent the existing 27-hole layout, but to refine it and prepare it for the coming decades. The goal is to preserve the course's unique coastal DNA while elevating playability, drainage, and ecological standards to the highest level. A balance that only the best of the best can master.
Algarve Gears Up: The Battle for Golfers
This move demonstrates how seriously the Algarve golf destination takes the competition. Quality, top condition, and year-round attractiveness are the buzzwords when it comes to luring golfers to its greens. Madeira is also gearing up, as the planned improvements at Santo da Serra show. The investment spree is in full swing everywhere.
Currently, the details of the renovation work remain a closely guarded secret. A definitive completion date or specific routing changes have not yet been communicated. But one thing is certain: With RTJ II at the helm, we can look forward to an exceptional round once the excavators fall silent and the first balls are flying again.
