Argentario Golf Club, PGA National Golf Course Italy

Open de Italia DP World Tour 2025

4.0 of 5 starsReviewed July 9, 2025

This is my first review of a golf course that I have not played myself and probably never will. This review is based on my visit to the DP World Tour professional tournament as part of the Italy Open from June 26-29,2025. The course, with its attached hotel, is located between Porto Ecole and Porto Santo Stefano (a very beautiful town with a harbor), about 130 km north of Rome Airport. Half the route there is on a motorway (toll-based) and the remaining half on a country road with a maximum speed of 80 km/h. The course is only signposted shortly before the entrance and is located in a small valley, in absolute peace and nature. There are some steep changes in elevation and at least two very elevated tees on holes 11 and 14, from which you have a great view of the sea. A cart is therefore advisable. There are also a few water hazards that even the pros often use. Wind may play a role, as the course is close to the sea/lagoon. From an outside perspective, I'd say that even "average golfers" will get their money's worth here. The condition of the course was practically perfect during the tournament, but I can't say whether that's always the case. If that's the case, the high green fee is certainly justified. So, if you're there, you should play the course, as there are hardly any other golf courses in the immediate vicinity. A few words about the Italian Open. It was a great tournament, but the organization was a disaster for spectators who weren't VIP guests. From the signage to the catering, there wasn't much on offer. The barriers/ropes were also set up in an unfriendly manner for spectators. Some of the volunteers didn't speak English and weren't familiar with the course, talking on the phone while players were teeing off, or closing off paths for spectators unnecessarily or far too early. There were very few food and drink stands on the course (only one beer stand), and that was in almost 40-degree heat. Water was only available in plastic bottles. At least there was a refill station, but you had to search for it and find it. There were no stands for non-VIP players, not even at the tee on the 1st hole or the greens on the 9th and 18th. Ultimately, though, it must be said that the number of spectators was limited. Unfortunately, the tournament couldn't compete with the organization of tournaments in England, Scotland, or even Madrid. I heard that the tournament will be held at a different location next year.

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