Forêt-Océan at Golf de Moliets

Golf de Moliets sits in the pine forests of the Landes region along France's southwestern Atlantic coast, roughly midway between Bordeaux and Biarritz. Robert Trent Jones designed the Forêt-Océan course, which opened in the 1980s as part of a broader development of golf facilities in this coastal area of Aquitaine. The layout takes its name from its dual character: holes routed through dense maritime pine forest and others that emerge toward the ocean, offering glimpses of the Atlantic and exposure to coastal winds.

The course occupies gently rolling terrain typical of the Landes, where sandy soil beneath the pine canopy provides natural drainage and firm playing conditions. Jones incorporated his characteristic design elements—strategic bunkering, elevated greens, and water hazards—while working within the constraints of the forested landscape. The routing alternates between tighter, tree-lined corridors and more open stretches where the proximity to the sea becomes apparent. Several holes play along or across water features that punctuate the property.

Moliets functions as a resort destination, drawing visitors to the Landes coast during the warmer months. The club offers access to both golf and the nearby beaches, and the area is known for its surf breaks and relaxed seaside atmosphere. The Forêt-Océan course serves as the primary championship layout at the facility, complemented by additional nine-hole courses on the property. The setting reflects the broader character of golf in this part of France, where courses blend into the natural pine-and-sand landscape that defines the region.