Circolo Golf Torino - San Maurizio, Italy

On Sunday Julien Quesne of France was victorious at the Italian Open, hosted by the Circolo Golf Torino. This week's course review takes a look at the history and layout of this scenic course near the Italian city of Turin.

Circolo Golf Torino, or Turin Golf Club, features two golf courses.  The elegant and time-weathered parkland course was built in 1956 by noted British golf course designer John Morrison. The club is located just outside the city of Turin (Torino), near the town of San Maurizio in North-western Italy.

The Course at Torino grew from its original 18-hole layout to 27 and final 36 holes. The design allows golfers to play the full 36 holes (a physical challenge for any player) or split their play into any combination of nine holes. The course is kept in excellent condition, with a team of dedicated staff who maintain this golf facility with an Italian sense of beauty.

The two 18-hole divisions of the Torino Golf Club, known as the blue and yellow courses, are each roughly 6000 m (6890 yards) in length, with a variety of tees available for players of different handicaps. The courses follow a similar parkland design with generous fairways, and immaculate greens guarded by imposing but manageable bunkers. The emphasis is on enjoyment, with golfers of all skill levels being catered for.

Although the course layout combines playable lies with a visually pleasing design, players shouldn't be fooled – both courses at Torino Golf Club will pose a challenge to any golfer. Distance off the tee is a definite advantage on both courses, with the fairways dominating the estate landscape and providing ample opportunities for big hitters. The short game is equally important, with several tricky lies providing a challenge on the way to the green.

Torino Golf Club is open to visitors most days, though a handicap certificate may be required for the blue course. Golfers may visit the club's website for further details.

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