Golf La Moraleja 1

La Moraleja 1, designed by Jack Nicklaus and opened in 1976, occupies rolling terrain in Alcobendas, just north of Madrid. The course was Nicklaus's first design project in Spain and reflects his early design philosophy of strategic bunkering, large undulating greens, and multiple tee positions to accommodate different skill levels. The layout moves through mature pine and oak forests, with elevation changes that provide both visual interest and strategic considerations for club selection and approach angles. The routing takes advantage of the natural topography, with several holes playing uphill or downhill and fairways that bend around the wooded landscape. Water comes into play on a handful of holes, though the primary defenses are the trees, bunkers, and green complexes that reward precision over distance. The course measures over 6,400 meters from the championship tees and has hosted numerous Spanish national championships and professional events over the decades. La Moraleja operates as a private club and is one of the most established golf facilities in the Madrid region. The club maintains a traditional membership culture and offers extensive practice facilities alongside its two eighteen-hole courses. The clubhouse and dining areas reflect the club's longstanding position within Madrid's golf community, and the course remains a regular fixture in Spanish golf rankings and discussions of the country's classic layouts.