GOLF
Golf de Val Quéven
25 minutes from Montloue
Designed by Yves Bureau and built upon what was previously agricultural land, Val Quéven rolls around the gently undulating Scorff valley. Right at the very heart of the Breton countryside, this beautifully landscaped course contains a number of fine oaks and horse-chestnut trees in a pleasantly wooded setting. Open enough but testing at times, the course runs clockwise on the way out and anti-clockwise on the way back with the second half wrapped around the first. There’s not a lot of water to worry about but there are plenty of bunkers and the relatively large and tricky greens render three-putting commonplace. One unusual hazard to be found here is a tumulus, which is a mound of earth and stones raised over a prehistoric grave. If your ball lands on it, check the local rules before claiming relief!
Golf de Ploemeur Océan
30 minutes from Montloue
A delightfully attractive seaside course not far from Lorient, Ploemeur Océan is an absolute joy to play. Half the holes are more or less genuine links on proper sandy soil while the other half are inland and almost parkland in character. The combination of the two styles doubles the pleasure of this intriguing challenge. With the holes quite tightly packed together, there’s not much room for error on the outward half. Your priority will be to keep clear of the menacing gorse and assorted water hazards, which include ponds, streams and even a river. The back nine takes you close to the small village of Kerham and includes a wonderful stretch (11 to 16) that runs right along the sea shore. On top of all that there’s interesting aquatic wildlife and splendid views across the rocky coastline to enjoy.
Golf de Quimper-Cornouaille,
30 minutes from Montloue
The Cornouaille Golf Club is a well laid out and challenging 18 hole course (5682m par 71) that is beautifully situated along the bay of La Foret-Fouesnant. Designed by Fred Hawtree, it is the oldest golf course on the south Brittany coast. The wonderful location and cordial welcome at the club together make it a ‘must’ for golfers from France and overseas, many of whom return year after year to visit this hidden gem of a golf course nestling along the Atlantic coast in La Foret-Fouesnant. Picturesque views are experienced from all over the course but the stunning panoramas from holes 9,10 and 16 looking across to the Glenan archipelago are unrivalled. There is a wide range of wildlife including birds such as herons, egrets, swans, ducks on the course ponds as well as on the sea inlet infront of the 18th century clubhouse. The club restaurant offers meals,snacks and drinks to fortify the golfer before or after a round of golf. The qualified professional offers private lessons or the opportunity to join in a golf clinic at the club, Buggies and golfclubs are available for hire also. All can be arranged in the Proshop where a warm welcome awaits members and visitors alike.
Golf de L'Odet
50 minutes from Montloue
Just 12 kilometres south of Quimper and close to the pretty seaside resort of Bénodet lies the lovely l’Odet. Carved out of more than 250 acres of beautiful pine and oak woodland, this parkland challenge provides a thorough examination to test both the best and the rest. Large bunkers, lakes, generous fairways, well-protected greens and yes, you guessed it, a great many trees combine to create a delightful course in the most attractive of settings. Watch out because the troublesome trees are not simply confined to the woods. On the second hole, for example, there are enormous pines growing out of one of the bunkers which have to cleared by your approach shot. Designed by Robert Berthet and opened in 1987, this 6390-yard, gently undulating course is not especially long by modern standards but is plenty tough enough. There’s also a nine-hole, par three course.
Carhaix Golf
50 minutes from Montloue
Equipped with a practice, a putting green, a pitching green, a 9 holes compact route, a trilingual signage and a leaflet (French, English, and Breton) the golf of Carhaix is well suited for all golfers. It offers to beginners an educational and playful approach while the experienced golfers can make the most of the 9 route holes to show their talent.
Golf de Kerbernez
50 minutes from Montloue
See web-site www.golfdekerbernez.com.
Golf de l'Orangerie de Lanniron
25 minutes from Montloue
9 holes golf, practice and 2 putting green.