Airial Course

Golf de Moliets

Moliets, Aquitaine, FR
Public
9 holesPar 311,695 m

About this course

Golf de Moliets sits in the pine forests of France's southwestern Atlantic coast, roughly midway between Bordeaux and Biarritz in the Landes region. Robert Trent Jones designed the course in 1986, carving fairways through dense maritime pine and cork oak woodland characteristic of this stretch of Aquitaine. The layout occupies gently rolling terrain typical of the coastal plain, with sandy soil beneath the forest canopy that provides firm playing conditions much of the year. The routing moves through corridors of tall pines that frame holes and define strategy, creating a parkland character distinct from the links courses found farther north along the French coast. Jones incorporated his signature design elements—large, contoured greens, strategic bunkering, and water hazards on several holes—while working within the natural confines of the forest. The course requires accuracy off the tee, as the tree-lined fairways penalize wayward shots, and approach play demands precision to greens that typically feature multiple tiers and subtle breaks. Golf de Moliets serves as the centerpiece of a resort property that includes accommodations and other recreational facilities. The course attracts both traveling golfers exploring the Aquitaine coast and regional players from nearby cities. The setting offers a contrast to the more famous seaside courses of Biarritz and Hossegor, providing a woodland golf experience in a region better known for beaches and surf. The club operates as a semi-private facility accessible to visitors throughout the season.

Quick facts

Location
Moliets, Aquitaine, FR
Access
Public
Year built
1986
Holes
9
Par
31
Length
1,695 metres

Getting there

The journey to Golf de Moliets begins at Biarritz Pays Basque Airport, roughly an hour's drive north along the Atlantic coast, though Bordeaux-Mérignac offers a wider range of international connections some two hours northeast. The route from Biarritz traces the wild Landes coastline, where the road threads between endless maritime pine forests and glimpses of silver-sand beaches, the air growing thick with resin and salt. As you turn inland from the D652, the final approach dissolves into the deep green quiet of the Airial forest, where Golf de Moliets emerges as a hidden sanctuary carved from one of Europe's most enchanting woodlands.

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Common questions about Airial at Golf de Moliets

Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.

Airial was designed by Robert Trent Jones.

Yes. Airial at Golf de Moliets is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.

Par at Airial is 31.

Airial plays 1,695 metres from the back tees on Course Vaults.

Airial is a 9-hole course.

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