Set within the open landscapes of Sologne, Golf des Aisses offers a distinctive heathland character rarely found in central France. Designed to integrate seamlessly with its natural surroundings, the course moves across sandy soil, heather and pine, rewarding precision and creativity. Its tranquil atmosphere and understated clubhouse make it a compelling complement to Les Bordes for those seeking variety without sacrificing architectural interest.

Founded in 1909, Fontainebleau is one of France’s most architecturally admired courses. Carved through sandy forest terrain, its routing weaves between rock formations and tall pines in a design that balances strategy and natural beauty. Subtle greens and thoughtfully placed hazards reward precision, while the historic clubhouse preserves the spirit of early continental golf.

Founded in 1901, La Boulie is one of France’s oldest and most established golf clubs. Its La Vallée course, host to multiple national championships, is known for dramatic elevation changes and a demanding closing stretch. Steeped in competitive tradition and located near Versailles, the club reflects the enduring legacy of golf’s early development in France.

Host venue of the 2018 Ryder Cup, Le Golf National stands as France’s modern championship stage. Its Albatros course is defined by bold shaping, expansive water hazards and one of the most dramatic finishing stretches in European golf. Designed to test elite competition while remaining accessible to visiting players, it offers a strategic, stadium-style experience just outside Paris and has become a defining chapter in contemporary French golf history.

Overlooking the Paris skyline, Golf de Saint-Cloud combines sweeping views with a distinguished tournament history. Its Vert and Jaune courses traverse rolling parkland terrain, demanding accuracy from the tee and composure on subtly contoured greens. Long regarded as one of the capital’s most prestigious clubs, it offers both sporting challenge and historic atmosphere.

A longstanding fixture of elite French golf, Saint-Nom-la-Bretèche has hosted numerous professional tournaments and international competitions. Its Rouge and Bleu courses move through wooded hills west of Paris, offering a classic parkland challenge shaped by elevation and mature trees. The club’s competitive pedigree and established reputation make it a natural destination for serious players.

Designed in the early 20th century and shaped by English architectural influence, Saint Germain Golf Club is set within the royal forest west of Paris. The course rewards strategic positioning across gently rolling terrain, with subtle bunkering and firm playing surfaces enhancing its classical character. Discreet and traditionally private, it remains a respected pillar of French golf heritage.

Set within the forests of Chantilly, this historic members’ club is celebrated for its classical design and quiet tournament heritage. The Vineuil course, its principal layout, moves gracefully through tree-lined corridors and subtle elevation changes that reward thoughtful shot-making. Founded in 1909, Chantilly retains the atmosphere of a traditional French golf club — refined, understated and deeply rooted in the game’s early continental history.

Tucked discreetly within forest north of Paris, Morfontaine is long regarded as one of France’s most refined private golf clubs. Its principal course, Le Grand Parcours, winds through pine and heathland in a routing that favours strategy and subtlety over spectacle. Elegant, understated and deeply traditional in atmosphere, it represents the quiet pinnacle of continental golf. For those fortunate enough to experience it, a round here is defined not by grand gestures, but by purity of design and enduring discretion.

Set within coastal dunes near the English Channel, La Mer at Le Touquet is one of France’s most respected links-style courses. Rolling fairways, exposed bunkering and shifting winds create a dynamic test that contrasts sharply with inland parkland golf. Long associated with international competition, it remains a favourite among players seeking a traditional seaside challenge.

Set within 800 hectares of protected landscape in the Plaine des Maures Natural Park, Vidauban is one of France’s most exclusive private clubs. Designed and owned by Robert Trent Jones Sr., it was his personal masterpiece — shaped over decades among umbrella pines, cork oaks and wild Provençal terrain. Reserved for members and their guests, it combines architectural pedigree with complete privacy in an exceptional natural setting.