Opened in 1923 by the Pasha of Marrakesh
Transformed into a paradise in 1933 by Arnaux Massy, 1907 British Open champion, Bouchaib Stitou, 1940 course recordholder and Gustave Golias.
Location
Distance to City centre : 15 minutes drive
Facilities
Clubhouse / Snack-bar / Soft drinks available
Pro Shop
Practice Range / Putting Green
Equipment available on hire
Caddies (mandatory)
Golf Pro
David Leadbetter Golf academy
The Marrakech Royal Golf Club is the oldest golf club in Morocco, it is constantly being renovated and improved and it also happens to be one of His Majesty King Hassan ll's favourite courses.
It is situated at the feet of the snow-covered Atlas mountains and is embellished by a profusion of cypress, eucalyptus, palm, olive, orange and apricot trees.
It is an "English style" course with strategically placed bunkers protecting its greens and testing tall trees and palms.
Winston Churchill, David Lloyd George and Ike Eisenhower have enjoyed playing here.
A young pro destined for stardom? Joe Jezzard is trying to carve out a playing career. Follow his blog and discover what it's really like.
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'Perfect Day' with Sam Torrance
Your chance to win a trip for 2 people to Scotland and play with golfing legend, Sam Torrance.
Golf Memorabilia
Highlights of the season. Still life in the market despite a difficult financial year for many collectors.
Ian Fleming
The author recounts the drama of playing in the Bowmaker Invitation Tournament in June 1957.