The crisp sound of the ball leaving the tee, the fresh air heralding the change of season, the golden light bathing the holm oaks and pines that line each hole… Playing golf in autumn on the Costa Brava is a different kind of experience: calmer, yet somehow more intense. It is more than a sport – it is a ritual that connects the player with the Mediterranean spirit in its most authentic form. And the perfect place to live it is in Santa Cristina d’Aro: the Club de Golf Costa Brava, the only social club in the area and the very first to bring golf to this land.

Autumn, the golfer’s golden season

For many seasoned players, autumn is the most rewarding time of year to play golf. After the heat of summer come temperate days that invite longer, more comfortable rounds, with less physical strain and greater focus on every shot. The autumn light is an ally: fresh mornings and golden afternoons that wrap each hole in a unique atmosphere, perfect for extending the round right up to the last hour of the day.

It is also the season of calm. With the high season behind us, the pace on the course slows, ideal for savouring the strategy of each stroke. Meanwhile, the Mediterranean landscape shifts into transition: forests turn shades of ochre, new aromas emerge, and the scenery itself sharpens the player’s concentration.

On the Costa Brava, these virtues are amplified by a privileged microclimate where sea and mountains combine to offer stable, pleasant temperatures. Visiting golfers can also enrich their day with the best the region has to offer: fine dining, historic villages, and landscapes that have inspired artists and travellers from all over the world.

A course in impeccable condition

Against this backdrop, the Club de Golf Costa Brava presents itself as the ideal stage for enjoying autumn to the full. The September reseeding, carried out with grass varieties suited to cooler weather, ensures fairways that are firm, even and vividly green, enhancing the quality of play. The fairway behaves like a carpet that responds faithfully to the irons, while the carefully maintained roughs add a strategic element that forces players to think through each shot.

The greens, true stars of the season, reach enviable consistency: fast, firm and demanding. These are Mediterranean surfaces at their finest, designed so that touch, technique and precise reading matter as much as the power of the swing.

Two courses, two experiences

The design of the course magnifies this experience. The Green Course combines a technical front nine, winding through holm oaks and pines that in autumn glow golden and release earthy aromas, with a back nine that opens out towards the Vall d’Aro, where long, spacious fairways invite players to unleash their power from the tee. The Red Course, meanwhile, adds further variety by combining the Green’s back nine with the newer holes opened in 2014, where water hazards and undulating greens take centre stage. Here, accuracy in the short game becomes the key to mastering each challenge.

This duality of courses makes every visit a unique experience. No two rounds are ever the same: sometimes precision dominates, at other times power, and always strategy. Together, the courses form a mosaic of Mediterranean landscapes: gentle slopes in autumnal hues, open horizons over the valley, and wooded corners that invite both focus and contemplation. Playing here in autumn is far more than completing 18 holes – it is experiencing golf in a setting crafted for sensory enjoyment and sporting excellence.

Practical tips for your autumn round

Autumn is the golfer’s ally, but it also calls for preparation. Here are a few tips to make your experience even more rewarding:

• Choose your time wisely: early mornings are perfect for those seeking peace and concentration, while afternoons – from 2 pm onwards – bring spectacular light and pleasant temperatures.
• Dress for the season: light clothing with layers you can add or remove as the day unfolds, shoes with good grip for the morning dew, and a lightweight waterproof in case of a passing shower.
• Make use of a buggy: while walking the course is a pleasure, a buggy helps conserve energy on longer rounds and allows you to enjoy the scenery in comfort.
• Practise your short game: autumn greens, firm and quick, are the ideal setting for sharpening your approach shots and putting. Spending a few minutes on the practice green beforehand can make all the difference.
• Book ahead: autumn draws golfers from near and far in search of exclusive experiences. Booking your tee time online ensures not only availability, but also access to special offers.

More than golf: Mediterranean culture and cuisine

What sets the Club de Golf Costa Brava apart is not only the quality of its course but also everything that surrounds it. The historic 1841 farmhouse, now the clubhouse, invites players to pause after a round on its terrace overlooking the 18th green. There, in good company, you can toast the day with a glass of Empordà wine and savour Catalan cuisine at the club’s restaurant.

Here, golf is a social, cultural, Mediterranean tradition. It is no coincidence that in its early years the club attracted international stars, from Sean Connery to figures of the European jet set, who found in these fairways the perfect stage for both sport and leisure. That spirit lives on: every round in autumn becomes another chapter in a story that blends golf, nature, and lifestyle.

Autumn on the Costa Brava: a complete journey

The experience does not end on the course. Playing at the Club de Golf Costa Brava in autumn also means discovering peaceful beaches with crystal-clear waters, strolling through medieval villages such as Pals or Peratallada, savouring local gastronomy in a small Empordà restaurant, or drawing inspiration from the light that captivated Dalí and so many other artists. The golfer who visits us at this time of year not only improves their game but also experiences the Costa Brava at its most authentic.

It’s golf time at the Club de Golf Costa Brava

This autumn, you will find not only a course in pristine condition and a privileged setting, but also special offers designed to help you make the very most of every round.

From 1 September to 26 October, the Club de Golf Costa Brava invites you to enjoy:

• 9-hole Twilight for just €48 from 2 pm onwards.
• Two green fees with buggy included for €198 – perfect for sharing the experience.
• 18-hole Twilight for €81 from 12 noon onwards.

Offers available exclusively via our website and subject to availability.Book your tee time today and discover why autumn is the golden season of golf on the Costa Brava. Savour the sport, the nature, and the Mediterranean way of life at the Club de Golf Costa Brava, where every shot becomes a lasting memory.