In 1936 Henry Cotton won the Italian Open here with 268 strokes, six clear of Joe Ezar. The Golf Club Sestrieres, built in 1932 by Edoardo Agnelli together with a group of British architects, stands at 2,035 metres: the Piedmont tourist board presents it as the highest course in Europe.
At a glance
- 18 holes, par 65, at 2,035 metres, open June to September
- Built in 1932 by Edoardo Agnelli and British architects
- Holes laid out on the ski runs of world championships and Olympic Games
- 1936 Italian Open won by Henry Cotton
- ✓ Driving range
- ✓ Putting green
- ✓ Golf carts
- ✓ Club rental
- ✓ Pro shop
- ✓ Restaurant
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The Golf Club Sestrieres course: 18 holes on the Olympic slopes
The 18 holes, par 65, of the Golf Club Sestrieres are laid out on what become ski runs in winter, the same ones that have hosted world championships and the Olympic Games. The club stands at 2,035 metres and the Piedmont tourist board presents the course as the highest in Europe. It dates from 1932: it was commissioned by Edoardo Agnelli, with a group of British architects.
The ground is soft and the course is considered suitable for everyone, from beginner to expert, thanks to the variety and difficulty of the holes. The course rating is 64 for men and 65.5 for women. The course declares itself "Chemical Free": no pesticides. The sources consulted do not agree on the overall length (4,622 or 4,828 metres), so the figure is not given: it is best to ask the club for the scorecard.
Playing the Golf Club Sestrieres as a guest
The playing season runs from June to September: in winter the same slopes are given over to skiing. The club offers equipment and golf cart hire, a driving range, a pitching green, a putting green and a pro shop. For information, the competition calendar and bookings you can call 0122 799435 or write to [email protected]: the club is run by the lift company Vialattea. The pages consulted do not publish an official green fee list, a minimum handicap or the closing day, so it is best to check before setting out.
The club: clubhouse, restaurant and guest accommodation
The club is based in piazza Agnelli, in Sestriere. The services listed by the tourist board include a bar, a restaurant and a foresteria, that is, guest accommodation. The season is short but rich in competitions, whose calendar is published on the Vialattea website.
Its competitive history peaked in 1936: Sestrieres hosted the 10th edition of the Italian Open, won by Henry Cotton with 268 strokes, six fewer than Joe Ezar. It was the only time the tournament was played here.
Curiosities about the Golf Club Sestrieres
- On the ski runs, not beside them. The holes are laid out on the slopes that host the world championship and Olympic ski races in winter.
- A one-way Italian Open. 1936 remains the only edition of the tournament played at Sestrieres.
- A founder with a famous surname. The course was commissioned in 1932 by Edoardo Agnelli.
- No chemicals. The club declares that it uses no pesticides.
Practical information
18 holes
Mountain Difficulty: Easy ●○○○○
Tees, ratings and lengths
| Tee | Par | CR | Slope | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| White (Men) | — | — | — | 4,634 m |
| Yellow (Men) | — | — | — | 4,593 m |
| Black (Women) | — | — | — | 4,081 m |
| Red (Women) | — | — | — | 4,042 m |
Visitor information
- ✓ Visitors welcome every day
- • Handicap certificate required
- • Dogs not allowed
Practice facilities
- ✓ Driving range (9 bays)
- ✓ Putting green
Club services
- ✓ Credit cards accepted
- ✓ Guest locker room
- ✓ Children's playground
- ✓ Meeting room
- ✓ Pro shop
- ✓ Restaurant
- ✓ Trolley charging station
- ✓ Caddie
- ✓ Caddie on request
- ✓ Trolley rental
Club founded in 1932
