Golf de la Grande-Motte
Robert Trent Jones Sr brought American golf to the edge of the Camargue when he laid out the Flamants Roses course at La Grande-Motte in 1987. A par 72 of about 6,128 meters, it threads between lakes and lagoons in the flat coastal light of Herault, water in play at hole after hole, with flamingos for company.
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The verdict
Golf de la Grande-Motte is the work of the most prolific architect of his era, Robert Trent Jones Sr, dropped onto the flat, watery fringe of the Camargue in 1987. Its championship layout, named Les Flamants Roses for the pink flamingos of the nearby lagoons, is American golf to its core, big lakes, generous bunkering and greens that ask a clear question on every approach. It is one of the most distinctive courses on the Languedoc coast and a strong reason to bring the clubs to this often overlooked corner of the south.
The flat, open terrain and the omnipresent water give the course a character quite unlike the wooded layouts of inland Provence. There is little to hide behind, the wind off the Mediterranean can make the lakes feel closer than they are, and the round becomes a steady examination of nerve and accuracy. A par 72 of about 6,128 meters, it sits beside the beaches and the marina of La Grande-Motte, an easy and enjoyable base for a coastal golf trip in Herault.
La Grande-Motte at a glance
- Opened
- 1987
- Designer
- Robert Trent Jones Sr
- Type
- Coastal links style
- Par
- 72
- Yardage
- About 6,128 m
- Green fee
- From about 68 euros
Designer, opening year, par and yardage verified June 2026 from the club and leading course databases. The Les Flamants Roses course was designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr and opened in 1987, a par 72 of about 6,128 meters. Indicative 2026 green fees are around 68 euros for 18 holes. Fees change by season and year, so always confirm directly before booking.
The holes worth the trip
The signature of La Grande-Motte is water, and Robert Trent Jones Sr used it without restraint. Lakes and ponds press against fairways and greens on hole after hole, so the round becomes a series of carries and committed lines where bailing out brings its own problems. The flat ground hides little, which makes the strategy honest, see the trouble, choose your line and trust the swing.
The wind is the variable that changes everything. On a still day the course is fair and tempting; when the Mediterranean breeze picks up across the open lagoons, the same shots over water demand more club and more nerve. The bunkering is bold in the American manner, and the greens are large enough to gather a good shot yet contoured enough to punish a careless one.
The closing holes keep the lakes close as the course returns toward the clubhouse and the marina beyond. La Grande-Motte rewards the player who commits to the line over the water, manages the wind and keeps a cool head, a striking coastal test with the birdlife of the Camargue as its backdrop.
How to get on
| What to know | Detail |
|---|---|
| Access | Public access course open to visitors; tee times booked through the golf shop |
| Green fee | Indicative 2026 around 68 euros for 18 holes on the Flamants Roses course, varying by season and day |
| Booking | Book ahead in the summer beach season; shorter layouts and a practice area suit mixed ability groups |
| On the day | Flat walking with buggies available; smart golf dress expected; wind can be a real factor |
| Getting there | At La Grande-Motte in Herault, on the coast east of Montpellier, about 30 minutes from the city and airport |
| Best months | April to June and September to October for warm, settled coastal conditions |
Access and fee details verified June 2026; policies and prices change, so always confirm directly with the golf shop or your trip planner before booking.
Where to stay nearby
La Grande-Motte is a purpose built seaside resort town, so hotels, apartments and restaurants sit within easy reach of the course, the marina and the beaches. It makes a relaxed, family friendly base for a coastal golf break, with the first tee a short drive from the sand.
For a wider trip, Montpellier and the Herault coast put more golf and far more to see within reach, from the old city to the lagoons and vineyards of the Languedoc. It is an ideal region to build a multi course itinerary around, pairing the water and wind of La Grande-Motte with the other courses of the southern French coast.
Looking for a base? See our recommended hotels and resorts near Golf de la Grande-Motte.
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Golf de la Grande-Motte questions
Who designed Golf de la Grande-Motte and when did it open?
The Les Flamants Roses championship course at Golf de la Grande-Motte was designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr and opened in 1987, on the edge of the Camargue in Herault.
What is the par and length of Golf de la Grande-Motte?
The Les Flamants Roses course is a par 72 measuring about 6,128 meters, an American style layout with water in play on many holes.
How much is a green fee at Golf de la Grande-Motte?
Indicative 2026 green fees for the Flamants Roses course are around 68 euros for 18 holes, varying by season and day. Rates change, so always confirm directly before booking.
Are there other courses at Golf de la Grande-Motte?
Yes. Alongside the championship Les Flamants Roses course, the complex includes shorter layouts and a practice area, making it a flexible base for golfers of all levels near the coast.
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Researched and written by the GolfForKings editorial desk. Designer, opening year, par and yardage verified June 2026; indicative green fees verified June 2026. Last reviewed June 2026.