Discover Aroeira through several specific themes: the history of two golf courses, an estate in a protected pine forest, and nature and culture in the surrounding area. The golf courses differ in their opening years and design. In nearby Mata Nacional dos Medos, hiking trails and environmental education are part of the nature experience; Arte Xávega can also be observed on the beaches of Costa da Caparica. When planning your trip, you can choose between golf, nature, and cultural heritage as distinct areas of interest.
Golf history and course design
Aroeira I opened in 1973 and was designed by Frank Pennick. Aroeira II opened in 2000 and was designed by Donald Steel. Comparing the courses therefore involves two specific aspects: different opening years and a distinct designer for each. The timeline runs from the earlier opening of Aroeira I to the later opening of Aroeira II; Frank Pennick and Donald Steel are each associated with the appropriate course.
Some of the greens at Aroeira II are larger than 700 m². Aroeira also has a golf practice area associated with its two neighboring golf courses. The PGA Aroeira estate is located in a protected pine forest. These details broaden the golfing perspective to include the design of individual greens, the practice area, and the estate’s natural setting.
Nature and environmental education nearby
Mata Nacional dos Medos is located near Aroeira and was designated a botanical reserve in 1971. It covers 340 hectares and has two hiking trails. The Centro de Interpretação da Mata dos Medos organizes guided visits, exhibitions, and environmental education workshops.
Here, you can choose between two different ways to experience nature: hiking trails through the area and the center’s organized educational activities. You can focus on hiking or take an interest in guided visits, exhibitions, and environmental education workshops.
Cycling route between nature and golf
The municipal cycling route passes the sights of Reserva Botânica da Mata Nacional dos Medos, the wooden boardwalks of Mata dos Medos, and Herdade and Golfe da Aroeira. The cycling route from Mata dos Medos to Golfe da Aroeira ends with the option of playing a round at one of the two golf courses. This is a useful distinction for planning: the golf course is the destination, but playing a round there is an option, not a required part of the route.
Arte Xávega on the coast
Arte Xávega can be observed on the nearby beaches of Costa da Caparica. This traditional fishing technique is considered an emblematic part of Costa da Caparica’s cultural heritage. If you would like to focus on culture rather than golf and hiking, this offers a distinct connection to the coast.
Discover more destinations: Charneca de Caparica, Sobreda.
For the wider travel overview: Almada.
