Faro - 9 stops - par 27
Banking a ball off the white facades of Faro creates a clean, sharp game. The map is the real city and the round is played on its real streets, where attractions like the Igreja da Sé are the holes. Skip knows every cobblestone here. This quick round of 9 holes is a 5.1 km walk with a par of 27, using 2 portals to bridge the gaps.
The course is drawn on the real street grid, so the map you play is the map you walk.
Drag to aim, release to swing. Buildings bounce and water costs you a stroke.
Every hole ends at an attraction. Sink the putt, read the story, walk to the next tee.
Palacete Belmarço is a mansion and a piece of cultural heritage located here in Faro. It was started in 1917 and is recognized as a Monument of Public Interest. The architect of the building is Manuel Joaquim Norte Júnior. I always find the facade a great spot to keep an eye on the street below. Whether you are interested in the city's history or you just want to admire the local architecture, this site is a significant landmark to notice while you are exploring the neighborhood. It is the kind of place that makes you slow down and look up at the details of the stonework. I can tell you that it stands as a fine example of the city's preserved estates, making it a must-see for anyone visiting the area.
Igreja Matriz de São Pedro is a church building located in Faro. It is recognized as cultural heritage and holds the official designation of a Monument of Public Interest. This site is an essential part of the city's architectural identity, serving as a place of worship and a landmark for the surrounding neighborhood. Because it is a Monument of Public Interest, the building is protected to maintain its integrity and historical value. Visitors to the area can observe the structure and consider its role within the broader context of the region's cultural heritage. The designation as a Monument of Public Interest highlights the importance of preserving such sites, ensuring that the church building remains a permanent fixture of the local landscape for the benefit of the public and future generations.
Walls lined with human bones define the interior of the Capela dos Ossos de Faro. This is an ossuary chapel located in Faro, Portugal, and the construction of the chapel was started in 1816. The site is part of a larger religious complex, as the Capela dos Ossos belongs to the church Nossa Senhora do Carmo. This associated church is a Carmelite church and belongs to the 18th century. Visitors often come to this location to reflect on mortality while viewing the remains preserved within the space. The contrast between the simplicity of the bone displays and the history of the surrounding Carmelite architecture provides a sobering experience for those walking through the city. It is a place of stillness and remembrance that stands apart from the busier streets of Faro.
The Diocese of Faro has used the Igreja da Sé as its seat since 1540. This Roman Catholic cathedral in Faro, Portugal, is a National Monument of Portugal and is classified as Immovable Cultural Heritage of Public Interest. The building had its inception in 1251 and is designed in the Spanish Gothic architecture style. As a piece of cultural heritage, it remains a central point of the city's history. You can see the impact of past conflicts here, as the church was destroyed by the Earl of Essex in 1596. Visitors can observe the architectural details of the Spanish Gothic style while learning about the site's status as a National Monument of Portugal. It is a place of significant religious and cultural importance within the city of Faro.
Igreja da Ordem Terceira de São Francisco is a church building located in Faro. It is recognized as cultural heritage and is officially designated as a Monument of Public Interest. These designations are important because they acknowledge the building's value and ensure that the site is protected for future generations. When you visit, you can see how the structure has been maintained to preserve its role as a landmark. The building stands as a testament to the local history of the region, providing a space for reflection and architectural observation. It is a site where the city's identity is preserved through its status as a protected monument. This combination of cultural heritage and public interest designation makes the church a key point of interest for anyone exploring the historic heart of the city.
Sintra is the city, and the map is the real place where the round is played on its actual streets. Real attractions like the Igreja de Santa Maria are what the holes are built from. Skip is a local guide who knows these roads well. This quick round of 9 holes has a par of 27, covers a 4.8 km walk, and uses 4 portals.
This is Porto. The map is the real city and the round is played on its real streets, where attractions like the Casa da Música are the basis for the holes. Skip is a local guide who knows the place, including where to find the best crumbs. It is a full round of 18 holes with a par of 55. The walk covers 10.9 km and uses 46 portals to move across the map.
This is Lisboa. The map is the real city and the round is played on its real streets, using actual attractions like the Praça do Comércio to build the holes. Skip is a local guide who knows every cobblestone and a few good crumbs. A full round of 18 holes covers 10.2 km with a par of 52. To keep the ball moving between distant districts, 48 portals provide a quick ride across the map.
This is a quick nine-hole round through Coimbra. The map is the real city and the ball rolls its actual streets, banking off the facades of attractions like the Universidade de Coimbra. Skip knows every corner of this place and is the local guide for a 4.8 km walk that uses 16 portals to bridge the gaps. A pigeon might find the elevation a bit much, but the landmarks make for great holes.
Yes. Every course runs in the browser with no account and no install.
No. The full round plays from anywhere. Walking the real route is a nice way to see the city, but it is not required.
Yes. The geometry comes from OpenStreetMap data, rendered chunky on purpose. Streets, water and parks sit where they really are.