Golf Club du Château de Bournel

Golf Club du Château de Bournel occupies grounds in Cubry, in the Franche-Comté region of eastern France near the Swiss border. Designed by Robert Berthet, a French architect active in the latter decades of the twentieth century, the course reflects the regional approach to golf design that emerged as the game expanded across provincial France. The layout takes advantage of the natural terrain characteristic of this part of the country, where rolling agricultural land meets wooded areas typical of the Jura foothills. The course sits within the estate of the Château de Bournel, and the property's historical character informs the setting. Players encounter a mix of open fairways and tree-lined corridors, with elevation changes that add strategic interest to club selection and shot placement. The routing incorporates the existing landscape features rather than imposing dramatic earthworks, a hallmark of French courses developed during this period when budgets and environmental sensibilities favored working with what the land offered. Berthet's design philosophy generally emphasized playability for a range of skill levels while maintaining enough challenge to engage accomplished players. At Bournel, this translates to a layout that rewards accuracy and course management over pure length. The club serves both members and visitors in a region where golf remains less densely concentrated than in northern France, making it a notable destination for players exploring the Franche-Comté area.