Updated on November 10, 2026
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In the Bordeaux area, two courses stand out: the Domaine Cabot Bordeaux (formerly the Golf du Médoc), just outside the city, and the Grand Saint-Émilionnais, designed by Tom Doak and nestled among the vineyards. The Arcachon Bay area rounds out the selection with Gujan-Mestras and Arcachon, both less than an hour from the city center.
A Quick Look at the Rankings of Golf Courses Around Bordeaux
5 courses shown.
| Rank | Golf | Town | Distance | Access | Green fee | Top100 | Golf Digest | Top100 (region) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cabot Bordeaux – Les Châteaux | Le Pian-Médoc | 16.6 km | Open | — | 9 | — | 1 |
| 2 | Grand Saint-Emilionnais Golf Club | Gardegan-et-Tourtirac | 45.0 km | Restricted | — | 22 | 10 | 5 |
| 3 | Cabot Bordeaux – Les Vignes | Le Pian-Médoc | 16.0 km | Open | — | 30 | — | 7 |
| 4 | Golf Bluegreen Gujan-Mestras | Gujan-Mestras | 47.9 km | Open | €28–82 | — | — | 16 |
| 5 | Golf International d’Arcachon | Arcachon | 51.2 km | Open | €57–92 | — | — | 18 |
Distance as the crow flies from downtown Bordeaux. Green fee: public 18-hole rate published by the golf course (range varies by season or day), as of November 10, 2026; “—” = not published. Ranking columns: the course’s ranking in each list; “—” = not listed.
Where are the golf courses around Bordeaux?
Click on a number to view the golf course, then click on its name to read its profile. Base map © OpenStreetMap.
Our Method
We have selected 18-hole courses located within a maximum of 60 km as the crow flies from downtown Bordeaux: courses that are open to visitors. The ranking is the average of their positions in two national rankings: Top100GolfCourses (Top 100 France, 2023 edition) and Golf Digest (Best Golf Courses in France 2026–2027, May 2026); a course not included in a ranking is assigned the last place plus ten. Distances are calculated using OpenStreetMap coordinates. Green fees are listed only if they are published on the golf course’s official website (as of November 10, 2026). Gujan-Mestras and Arcachon, which are not included in the national Top 100, round out the selection based on their rankings in the Top100GolfCourses Southwest regional rankings. The other 18-hole courses in the area (Golf Bordelais, Pessac, Cameyrac, Bordeaux-Lac, etc.) do not appear in any rankings.
Golf Courses in Detail
Architects, dates, access and green fees: official golf course websites and the rankings cited, checked on November 10, 2026; nothing is shown when the source does not say. Photos under free licenses via Wikimedia Commons.
1. Cabot Bordeaux – Les Châteaux
Rankings: Top100 9 · Golf Digest — · Top100 (region) 1
⛳ Course: Designed by Bill Coore and Rod Whitman, opened in 1989, heathland (sandy soil, bunkers lined with heather)
📍 Distance: 16.6 km (10.3 mi) from downtown Bordeaux
🔑 Access: Hotel complex with online check-out; access requirements for non-resident players are not detailed on the official website
✈️ Airport: Bordeaux-Mérignac, 14 km (8.7 mi) as the crow flies
The course was completed in 1989 by Bill Coore and Rod Whitman and has hosted the French Open. The Canadian group Cabot acquired Golf du Médoc in 2024 and renamed it Cabot Bordeaux.
2. Grand Saint-Emilionnais Golf Club
Rankings: Top100 22 · Golf Digest 10 · Top100 (region) 5
⛳ Course: Designed by Tom Doak, opened in 2015, a rolling countryside course nestled among the vineyards
📍 Distance: 45.0 km (28.0 mi) from downtown Bordeaux
🔑 Access: Open to visitors by appointment through the office; closed on Tuesdays
✈️ Airport: Bordeaux-Mérignac, 56 km (34.8 mi) as the crow flies
Opened in 2015, it is Tom Doak’s first course in continental Europe, located in the Saint-Émilion wine region. Golf Digest ranks it as the 10th-best course in France in its 2026–2027 rankings.
3. Cabot Bordeaux – Les Vignes
Rankings: Top100 30 · Golf Digest — · Top100 (region) 7
⛳ Course: Designed by Rod Whitman, opened in 1991, heathland/forest
📍 Distance: 16.0 km (9.9 mi) from downtown Bordeaux
🔑 Access: Hotel complex with online check-out; access requirements for non-resident players are not detailed on the official website
✈️ Airport: Bordeaux-Mérignac, 13 km (8.1 mi) as the crow flies
Designed solely by Rod Whitman, it opened in 1991, two years after Les Châteaux. Shorter than Les Châteaux, it features narrower fairways and more challenging greens, bordered by heather and gorse.
4. Golf Bluegreen Gujan-Mestras
Rankings: Top100 — · Golf Digest — · Top100 (region) 16
⛳ Course: Designed by Alain Prat, opened in 1990, pine forest on sandy soil
📍 Distance: 47.9 km (29.8 mi) from downtown Bordeaux
🔑 Access: Public
💶 Green fee: from €28 to €82 (dynamic pricing based on demand) (official website, (November 10, 2026)
✈️ Airport: Bordeaux-Mérignac, 39 km (24.2 mi) as the crow flies
Designed by Alain Prat, the course opened in 1990. The complex features 27 holes: an 18-hole course, a 9-hole course, and a pitch-and-putt course.
5. Golf International d’Arcachon
Rankings: Top100 — · Golf Digest — · Top100 (region) 18
⛳ Course: Designed by Cecil Blandford, opened in 1960, pine forest (undulating outbound), return leg with water hazards
📍 Distance: 51.2 km (31.8 mi) from downtown Bordeaux
🔑 Access: Public (French Golf Federation license required)
💶 Green fee: 57 € (low season) / 75 € (mid season) / 92 € (high season, June 1–Sept. 14), 2026 rates (official website, (November 10, 2026)
✈️ Airport: Bordeaux-Mérignac, 41 km (25.5 mi) as the crow flies
The golf course was established in 1895 as a 9-hole course created by the Exshaw family and was expanded to 18 holes in 1960. The first nine holes wind through the rolling forest, while the last nine feature several water hazards near the Dune du Pilat.
Just missed the cut
- Royan: Ranked 55th on the France Top 100, but 99.7 km from Bordeaux (outside the area)
- Golf Bordelais (Bordeaux): within the scope but not ranked in either the Top 100 France or the regional rankings
- Golf Bluegreen de Pessac: within the area but not classified
- Golf de Bordeaux-Cameyrac: within the area but not classified
- Golf Bluegreen Bordeaux-Lac: within the area but not classified
- Golf des Graves et du Sauternais: within the area but not classified
See also
The 10 Most Beautiful Golf Courses in France
The Best Golf Courses Near Paris
The Best Golf Courses Near Nice
The Best Golf Courses Near Lyon
The Best Golf Courses Near London
The 20 Best Golf Hotels in EuropeFrequently Asked Questions
What's the best golf course around Bordeaux?
Cabot Bordeaux – Les Châteaux (Le Pian-Médoc, 16.6 km from downtown) tops our ranking, based on Top100GolfCourses (Top 100 France, 2023 edition) and Golf Digest (Best Golf Courses in France 2026–2027, May 2026). Access: resort with online tee time reservations; access conditions for non-resident players are not detailed on the official website.
Which golf courses around Bordeaux are open to visitors?
No special requirements: Cabot Bordeaux – Les Châteaux, Cabot Bordeaux – Les Vignes, Golf Bluegreen Gujan-Mestras, Golf International d’Arcachon. The others (Grand Saint-Emilionnais Golf Club) accept visitors only on certain days, subject to a handicap requirement or by invitation: see the details for each golf course.
Which golf course is closest to downtown Bordeaux?
Cabot Bordeaux – Les Vignes, 16.0 km as the crow flies from the center (Le Pian-Médoc).
How much does a green fee cost in the Bordeaux area?
Among the golf courses in our selection that publish their rates, the 18-hole green fee ranges from €28 to €92 depending on the course, the season, and the day (rates as of November 10, 2026, according to the official websites).
Which airport should you choose for a golf trip in the Bordeaux area?
Most convenient airport: Bordeaux-Mérignac.