Verdura Resort in Sicily stands as one of Europe’s most captivating golf destinations, where championship‑level design meets the raw beauty of the Mediterranean coastline. Its two acclaimed courses, crafted by architect Kyle Phillips, flow seamlessly through a landscape of rolling contours, olive groves and open seascapes. The result is golf that feels both grand in scale and intimately connected to nature.
The East Links course is known for its strategic complexity and dramatic coastal moments. Players encounter wide fairways shaped by the natural terrain, greens with subtle movement and holes that flirt with water and beachside vistas. The sixth hole is a standout: a demanding tee shot framed by water hazards on both sides, followed by an approach to a green guarded by bunkers and rippling contours. It’s a hole that rewards precision and nerve, capturing the spirit of the course.
The West Shore course offers a different rhythm, and opens with a trio of challenging par‑fours before rising through the estate and eventually descending toward the sea. Its five par‑threes demand accuracy, while the greens – fast, true and thoughtfully contoured – test even the most confident putters. The back nine, with sweeping views across the Mediterranean, delivers a serene yet exhilarating finish.
Beyond the fairways, Verdura elevates the golfing experience with a state‑of‑the‑art Performance Centre. Here, players can refine their game using advanced tools such as Trackman radar analysis and Sportsbox AI 3D motion capture. Whether working on long‑game mechanics, short‑game finesse or putting precision, golfers benefit from technology and coaching typically reserved for tour professionals.
Home of the European Tour’s Rocco Forte Sicilian Open, our two 18-hole championship courses offer stunning Mediterranean views and world-class greens. This package includes daily breakfast and two green fees, per room per night.
Spanning 230 hectares, the resort has endless scope for sports and activities galore, along with secluded spots for peaceful time for oneself. As the owner of a private villa, you can enjoy access to all the facilities on offer, including the award-winning spa, academies run by leading sports people and sociable games of tennis and padel.
