Golf on Lake Garda: 4 Courses near Desenzano

For Golf Lovers: the cooler season is the perfect time to test your swing

The ball soars across the fairway, seemingly heading straight for the lake. But its destination is a little closer: the hole. Playing golf on Lake Garda means testing your swing against a stunning backdrop of rolling morainic hills, olive groves, vineyards and lakeside views.

From Park Hotel in Desenzano del Garda, three of the finest Lake Garda golf courses are just a short drive away, all within 8 km of the hotel:

Arzaga Golf – 6 km
Gardagolf Country Club – 7 km
Chervò Golf San Vigilio – 8 km

And if you feel like venturing a little further afield, Franciacorta Golf Club awaits 35 km away, among the vineyards of Italy’s famous sparkling wine region.

Golfer completing a swing at Golf Bogliaco, overlooking Lake Garda, with green fairways, cypress trees and mountains in the background.

Golf Courses near Desenzano del Garda

Aerial view of Arzaga Golf Club near Lake Garda, featuring green fairways, sand bunkers, ornamental lakes and wooded hills.

Arzaga Golf (6 km from Park Hotel): designed by Jack Nicklaus and Gary Player

Imagine playing on a course designed by two legends of the game, Jack Nicklaus and Gary Player. With 27 holes set among woodland and open countryside, Arzaga Golf offers a memorable round, combining exciting challenges with spectacular natural surroundings.

Autumn scenery at Gardagolf Country Club in Soiano del Lago, with sand bunkers, a pond, colourful trees and mountains in the distance.

Gardagolf Country Club (7 km from Park Hotel): 27 holes between Rocca di Manerba and Soiano

Nestled between the Rocca di Manerba, a dramatic headland overlooking Lake Garda, and Soiano Castle, the 27 holes of Gardagolf Country Club are surrounded by woodland, lakes and centuries-old parkland.

The views stretch all the way to the lake, but don’t let the scenery distract you: designed by Cotton, Pennink, Steel & Partners, these technically demanding courses will challenge even the most experienced golfers.

Panoramic view of Chervò Golf San Vigilio in Pozzolengo, with red roses, an olive tree, green fairways, a fountain lake and resort buildings.

Chervò Golf San Vigilio (8 km from Park Hotel): 36 championship-standard holes

The historic Tower of San Martino watches over the 36 holes of Chervò Golf San Vigilio: 27 championship holes and a 9-hole executive course. Its greens and fairways wind through the fields, hills and woodland of the Lake Garda countryside. Renowned for its technical qualities, Chervò Golf has also hosted the Italian Open.

Autumn landscape at Franciacorta Golf Club in Corte Franca, with tall ornamental grasses, lakes, green lawns and wooded hills.

Franciacorta Golf Club (35 km from Park Hotel): golf among the vineyards

In the heart of Franciacorta, a region famous for its sparkling wines and gently rolling landscapes, Franciacorta Golf Club offers 27 holes surrounded by woodland and vineyards, divided into three courses:

Satèn, welcoming golfers of all abilities, with both scenic beauty and technical challenges;
Brut, nine holes where precision, strategy and powerful shots are essential;
Rosé, the newest course, with undulating fairways, expansive greens and tricky slopes.

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Which golf courses are closest to Desenzano del Garda?

Arzaga Golf (6 km), Gardagolf Country Club (7 km) and Chervò Golf San Vigilio (8 km) are the three courses closest to Park Hotel.

When is the best time to play golf on Lake Garda?

Spring and autumn are ideal: mild temperatures, courses in excellent condition and less heat than in summer.

Are green fees included in the room rate?

No, green fees are charged separately.

Golf on Lake Garda: 4 Courses Just Minutes from Park Hotel Desenzano