
Torrequebrada Course
Golf Torrequebrada

About this course
Golf Torrequebrada occupies a hillside setting in Benalmádena on Spain's Costa del Sol, positioned between the Mediterranean coastline and the inland mountains of Andalucía. Designed by José "Pepe" Gancedo and opened in 1976, the course represents the work of one of Spain's most prolific golf architects during the Costa del Sol's development era. Gancedo, who designed or contributed to dozens of courses across Spain, created a layout here that works with the natural terrain's elevation changes and Mediterranean vegetation. The course plays across undulating ground with views toward the sea and surrounding coastal development. The routing incorporates the property's natural slopes, requiring golfers to manage uphill and downhill lies throughout the round. Pine trees and typical Mediterranean flora frame many holes, while the design features elevated tees and greens that emphasize the topographical movement. Water comes into play on several holes, adding strategic variety to what is primarily a target-oriented layout shaped by the terrain. Torrequebrada sits within the broader context of Benalmádena's resort infrastructure, part of the Costa del Sol's concentration of golf courses that serve both resident and visiting players. The course provides a characteristic example of Spanish resort golf from the 1970s expansion period, when architects like Gancedo were tasked with creating playable layouts on challenging Mediterranean hillside sites. The facility includes practice areas and clubhouse amenities typical of the region's established golf clubs.
Quick facts
- Location
- Benalmadena, Andalucia, ES
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1976
- Holes
- 18
- Designer
- José "Pepe" Gancedo
- Par
- 72
- Length
- 5,351 metres
- Difficulty
- 71.7/130
- Course Vaults score
- 8.8
FAQ
Common questions about Torrequebrada
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Torrequebrada has a Course Vaults score of 8.8 out of 10 based on 8 logged golfers.
Torrequebrada was designed by José "Pepe" Gancedo.
Yes. Torrequebrada is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Torrequebrada is 72.
Torrequebrada plays 5,351 metres from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Torrequebrada is 130.




