Work underway to cement championship layout as a continental leader
Catalan resort INFINITUM has released new details about ongoing renovations to its popular Hills course, which promise to elevate the popular layout to the upper echelons of European golf.
Work on the back nine of Alfonso Vidaor’s ‘modern classic’ began this January and will conclude in October, enhancing both course conditioning and playing experience while also making a stunning visual impact.
The first phase of the ambitious project – led by highly regarded architect Dave Sampson of European Golf Design – will see significant changes made to four key holes and is the course’s biggest upgrade since it opened in 2008.
The par-three tenth hole will be notably lengthened with new tee positions created, while the 15th and 16th holes will have their playing directions reversed to improve the player experience. Perhaps most excitingly, the 18th hole will become one of the most dramatic finishing holes in Europe thanks to the addition of an island green protected by water in front and behind.
In line with the resort’s commitment to sustainability, the Hills’ current fairway grass will be replaced with the highly drought-resistant Bermuda 419 to reduce demand for water throughout the year. Meanwhile, Zoysia grass will be implemented around each bunker to cut down on water and chemical consumption, following the model used in the renovation of the neighbouring Lakes course last year.
Another sustainability-focused change will see the number of bunkers reduced – specifically on the 12th hole – in a move to enhance both greenkeeping efficiency and the playing experience.
The front nine will undergo an equally impressive transformation from this December through to September next year, after this year’s DP World Tour Qualifying School Final Stage has once again graced the Hills and Lakes courses in November.
Joaquín Mora Bertrán, Deputy General Manager of Golf, Beach Club and F&B at INFINITUM, said: “We’re delighted to follow up the success of the Lakes refurbishment last year with another historic transformation, which we believe will create for our guests one of the best and most sustainable golfing experiences anywhere in Europe.”
The renovation of both 18-hole courses comes at a time when INFINITUM’s profile in the golfing world is higher than ever. As well as regular hosting duties for the DP World Tour’s end-of-season showpiece, the venue recently welcomed the Scandinavia-based ECCO Tour for the first time. Alongside half of the Hills course, participants at the latter event experienced the Lakes and nine-hole Ruins, both of which were designed by two-time Major winner Greg Norman.
Alongside its position in golf, INFINITUM is renowned as a high-end residential and real estate resort blessed with a picturesque location in the heart of the Costa Dorada, a stone’s throw from the famous Mediterranean Sea.
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Press release written by Azalea on behalf of INFINITUM.
For more information, please contact Damian Urwin on damian.urwin@theazaleagroup.com. For more information about INFINITUM, visit www.infinitumliving.com
NOTES TO EDITORS
INFINITUM is one of Europe’s premier golf, lifestyle and real-estate resorts, presenting championship golf facilities, modern gastronomy, a multi-award-winning beach club with unrivalled facilities and bespoke cultural experiences. Located 100km south of Barcelona in the Costa Dorada region, just over an hour from Barcelona-El Prat Airport and 75 minutes from Barcelona City; a fast train can also take passengers from nearby Tarragona to Barcelona in just 34 minutes.
Nestled within a calm and tranquil environment on the edge of Mediterranean Sea, INFINITUM is a whole world within itself – boasting a stunning protected natural wetlands, “La Sèquia Major”, along with more rugged elevated terrain featuring cliffs and panoramic views in addition to direct beach access.
A stunning selection of BREEAM-certified, high-quality homes sit within this diverse landscape, all within walking distance of all the amenities required to live the ultimate life of luxury on Catalonia’s beautiful coastline. These properties come in a wide range of sizes and styles so, no matter what you are looking for, the perfect home is waiting. INFINITUM is unlike any other golf resort in Europe, an experience to be remembered and a lifestyle to aspire to.
INFINITUM Golf showcases three world-class golf courses, each with their own distinct design and layout: the Lakes, the Hills and the nine-hole Ruins. Its award-winning facilities have played host to the DP World Tour on many occasions, including its famous Qualifying School Final Stage for the last seven years, showcasing pristine conditions, with rolling fairways and undulating greens, complemented by spectacular views of the Mediterranean Sea.
The golf courses are complemented by two state-of-the-art clubhouses, designed geographically to illustrate the region’s breath-taking views, in addition to modern practice facilities including the Callaway Fitting Studio by INFINITUM, a fully equipped pro shop and a bespoke fitness centre. The resort also features one of the finest beach clubs in Europe, comprising of ten swimming pools, each with their own charm and personality, a beach bar and one of the region’s finest restaurants, Flamma.
Set amongst a pine forest and above Playa Larga, the beach club presents a unique experience with spectacular views of the Mediterranean, offering a tranquil and peaceful environment to unwind in. A range of exclusive dining options mean INFINITUM is the beating heart of Tarragona’s famous gastronomy scene, with top-of-the-range service and showcasing the finest local produce, expertly developed for a sophisticated palette.
Committed to both inclusivity and sustainability, INFINITUM led the way as the first golf resort in Spain to sign up to The R&A’s Women in Golf Charter, while also receiving its GEO Certification for the second time in 2021. Though the resort’s ‘eco-first’ strategy is present throughout, the Lakes golf course is particularly recognised for its conservation work as a certified Golf Audubon International Signature Sanctuary.
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