Montebelo Golfe & Spa

We think some of the best excursions from Tiny Escape are the ones that combine fresh air, beautiful scenery and a little indulgence.  The highly rated Montebelo Golfe is one of those places.  Just outside Viseu, this 27-hole mountain course offers a memorable day out for golfers who want more than just a round—they want a setting that feels peaceful, scenic and distinctly central Portugal.

Montebelo is framed by the Serra da Estrela and Serra do Caramulo and spread across a landscape of pines, oaks, heather and rolling hills.  The course was designed by architects Mark Stilwell and Malcolm Kenyon, who shaped it to work with the natural terrain rather than against it.  The result is a course that feels integrated into the landscape, with dramatic elevation changes, long views and holes that are both challenging and rewarding. 

What makes Montebelo especially appealing for travelers is that it is not just for serious golfers.  Yes, experienced players will appreciate the strategy and variety across the three nine-hole loops, but the setting itself is part of the attraction.  Even if your game is not perfect, a day here still feels like a treat: mountain air, quiet fairways, and a clubhouse terrace where you can relax after your round with a drink or meal.  It is the kind of place where golf becomes part sport, part escape. 

If you are visiting Tiny Escape and want a golf experience that is rated top 8 in Portugal, Montebelo is an easy choice.  It gives you a taste of Portugal’s inland beauty while offering a high-quality golfing experience that many international travelers would never think to seek out here. Also don’t forget to check out the Montebelo spa for massages and other treatments.