Golf Breaks & Holidays in Paris

A golf holiday in Paris combines championship golf with culture, history and outstanding cuisine.

Unlike France’s traditional coastal golf destinations, Paris is ideal for golfers looking for a city break experience with world-class golf and easy access from the UK.

Golf Courses

The standout golfing attraction near Paris is Le Golf National – The Albatros, one of Europe’s leading championship golf courses and host venue of the 2018 Ryder Cup. The course also regularly stages the Open de France, France’s national open championship. Known for its dramatic finishing holes, extensive water hazards and tournament atmosphere, Albatros is widely regarded as one of the finest golfing experiences in continental Europe.

Alongside it, Le Golf National – The Aigle provides a more forgiving and enjoyable layout whilst still benefiting from the outstanding facilities at Le Golf National.

Golfers can also enjoy excellent parkland golf at Golf de Chantilly, one of France’s most respected golfing venues located north of Paris. The club’s Vineuil and Longères courses are both highly regarded and set amongst beautiful woodland surroundings.

Hotels

Hôtel Le Louis Versailles Château is ideal for golfers wanting to combine championship golf with sightseeing and dining in Versailles. Located close to the Palace of Versailles, the hotel provides convenient access to both central Paris and Le Golf National.

For golfers wanting to stay beside the courses, Novotel Saint Quentin en Yvelines offers a practical and comfortable base next to Le Golf National, making it particularly popular for dedicated golf breaks.

Further north, Mercure Chantilly Resort & Conventions provides a more peaceful countryside setting with convenient access to the Chantilly golf courses and Charles de Gaulle Airport.

Getting There

Paris is easily accessible from the UK with frequent direct flights into Charles de Gaulle and Orly airports from airports across the country.

Eurostar services from London St Pancras also provide a fast and convenient alternative, with journeys to central Paris taking approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes.

Le Golf National and Versailles are located around 30–45 minutes south-west of central Paris depending on traffic, whilst Chantilly sits approximately 25 minutes north of Charles de Gaulle Airport.

Best Time to Visit

The best time for a golf holiday in Paris is between April and October, when temperatures are mild and the golf courses are presented in excellent condition.

Spring and early autumn are particularly popular thanks to comfortable playing conditions and ideal weather for sightseeing, café terraces and river cruises along the Seine.

Things to Do

Away from the golf courses, Paris offers far more than its famous landmarks. Alongside the Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Notre-Dame Cathedral, visitors can explore charming neighbourhoods such as Le Marais and Saint-Germain-des-Prés, known for their cafés, boutiques and classic Parisian atmosphere.

Food lovers can enjoy everything from Michelin-starred restaurants to traditional bistros and local markets, whilst the city’s rooftop bars and wine bars provide a lively evening scene.

A cruise along the River Seine is one of the best ways to experience the city, particularly in the evening when many of Paris’ landmarks are illuminated.

Golfers staying near Versailles can also visit the spectacular Palace of Versailles and its gardens, whilst those heading north towards Chantilly can explore the historic Château de Chantilly, famous for its art collection, racecourse and elegant grounds.