Golf Club Is Molas Pula, Cagliari

Almost on the southernmost tip of Sardinia, 40 kilometers from the splendid city of Cagliari and just steps from the Nora archeological area, the Circolo Golf Is Molas has been a landmark for Italian and foreign golfers since 1975, when the first 18 holes were inaugurated. With its hotel and residences, it was such an immediate success that in the 2000s, nine more holes were added making it the perfect property for a holiday. Located close to the sea, Is Molas is a great example of links: almost treeless, influenced by the wind; played from the championship tees, it is one of Italy’s longest courses. The first 18 holes were designed by the architectural studio Cotton, Pennick & Partners following a Piero Mancinelli project. Four editions of the Italian Open have been played here. The great champions immediately appreciated this championship course marked out through the vigorous Mediterranean brushland and which is still considered today one of the Mediterranean’s most intriguing and technical courses, with holes that descend from the hills to the sea. The most recent 9 holes boast the signature of Franco Piras, a Gary Player Design representative. After golf, don’t miss the rugged coastline running from Santa Margherita di Pula to Chia and beyond. The imposing dunes on Su Giudeu Beach are simply unforgettable, as are the colonies of pink flamingos which winter in this unspoiled natural oasis between October and May in the pond behind the beach. Technical Details Course : 18+9 holes, Par 72/36, 6383/3164 meters Architects : Cotton, Pennink & Partners (and also Franco Piras for the 9 holes) Topography : hilly, narrow with a lot of water obstacles Special features : pure pleasure to play golf in a beautiful environment Pro’s Comments Sardinia is home to top-level golf courses and Is Molas is one of these. Just long enough, with well positioned water hazards and very welcoming greens, all in a marvelous context. You must possess a number of excellent skills to get a good score, but Is Molas is also fun for high handicaps. I really appreciate the entire championship course but allow me to mention Hole 9, an uphill par 4 with a huge water hazard that crosses the fairway for about 90 meters…some advice to not very strong players: carefully assess the distance with respect to your strength, otherwise….. you can say good-bye to your golf ball!!! The “new” third course is also worthy of a visit.