Fontainebleau, Seine-et-Marne, France
Golf de Fontainebleau
Set among the ancient heathland forests of Fontainebleau — one of France's most beautiful natural landscapes — Golf de Fontainebleau is a classic heathland course of great historic character and natural beauty.
About the Course
Golf de Fontainebleau
Golf de Fontainebleau was established in 1909 and is one of the oldest and most distinguished golf clubs in France. Designed by Tom Simpson — the same architect responsible for Golf de Chantilly — the course is set among the ancient heathland forests of Fontainebleau, one of France's most beautiful and historically significant natural landscapes.
The course plays to 6,200 yards from the championship tees and is characterised by the heathland terrain, the sandy soil, the ancient forest setting, and Simpson's masterful routing through the trees and heather. The design rewards accuracy and course management, with the natural terrain providing constant challenge and variety across a layout of great beauty and strategic depth.
Golf de Fontainebleau is one of the most respected private clubs in France and is widely regarded as one of the finest heathland courses in continental Europe. Access for visiting golfers is subject to introduction and availability — and the experience of playing this historic course in the Fontainebleau forest is among the most memorable in French golf.
By the Numbers
Course Statistics
Based on course length, terrain & layout
Handicap index suggested for full enjoyment
The Course
Why It Stands Out
Tom Simpson Heathland Design
Golf de Fontainebleau was designed by Tom Simpson — one of the great golf architects of the early 20th century. His heathland design at Fontainebleau is considered one of his finest works, with the natural terrain, sandy soil, and heather creating a golf experience of extraordinary quality.
Fontainebleau Forest
The course is set among the ancient heathland forests of Fontainebleau — a UNESCO World Heritage landscape of extraordinary beauty and historical significance. The forest has been a royal hunting ground since the 12th century, and the golf course sits within this remarkable natural setting.
Heathland Character
Golf de Fontainebleau has a distinctly different character from the parkland courses of Chantilly and Morfontaine. The heathland terrain, sandy soil, and heather create a golf experience that is closer in spirit to the great heathland courses of Surrey than to the classic French parkland tradition.
Loire Valley Gateway
Fontainebleau sits at the southern edge of the Paris golf cluster — making it a natural gateway to the Loire Valley extension at Les Bordes. Groups extending the programme south can play Fontainebleau on the way, creating a seamless transition from Paris to the Loire.
The Course
Course Views
Extend Your Itinerary
Paris & the Loire Valley
Golf de Fontainebleau sits at the southern edge of the Paris golf cluster. Le Golf National and Saint-Nom are accessible to the west, and Les Bordes in the Loire Valley is a natural extension to the south.
Golf Travel
How It Is Included
Golf de Fontainebleau is a key element of our Paris & Les Bordes collection. We arrange access subject to introduction and availability, accommodation in Paris or Fontainebleau, and every detail of the routing across France's finest golf.
To explore how Golf de Fontainebleau fits into a wider route, visit our The Paris & Les Bordes Collection page or our France golf holidays page.
Begin Your Journey
Play Golf de Fontainebleau
Speak with our team to arrange access to Golf de Fontainebleau and build a private itinerary across the championship courses of Paris and the Loire Valley.