The French Riviera boasts one of Europe's richest golfing traditions, dating back to the late 19th century.
The Pioneers (1891-1920)
The first course, Old Course Mandelieu, was created in 1891 by Grand Duke Michael of Russia. European aristocracy wintering on the Riviera quickly embraced the sport.
The Golden Age (1920-1960)
The interwar period saw prestigious clubs emerge: Monte-Carlo (1911), Cannes-Mougins (1923), Biot (1930).
Modern Era
Since the 1980s, championship courses designed by Robert Trent Jones, Gary Player, and Dave Thomas have added to the region's golfing prestige.