Angers - 18 stops - par 55
This is Angers, where the map is the real city and the round is played on its actual streets. The holes are built from real attractions, starting with the walls of the Château d'Angers. A full round of 18 holes covers 11 km with a par of 55. Skip is a local guide who knows these pavements and every alleyway, even the bits where the crumbs are best. The ball rolls past the city's history on its way to the cup.
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.
The Counts of Anjou founded the Château d'Angers in the 9th century. This castle in the Loire Valley sits overhanging the River Maine in the département of Maine-et-Loire. It has been a listed historical monument since 1875. You can pick out the massive scale of the site, as it was expanded to its current size in the 13th century. Inside, it is home to the Apocalypse Tapestry. I've found the river views from the walls are some of the best in the city.
You might expect a bustling city center, but instead you find the Abbaye du Ronceray. This is a benedictine nunnery that stands as a classified historical monument. If you look closely at the stonework, you can pick out the Romanesque architecture style used throughout the site. It was founded in 1060 and is also a monument historique inscrit. I find the stillness here a nice break from the usual city noise, and it is a great spot to appreciate the old stones of Angers without the crowds of the main square.
Let me show you Musée Pincé, a classified historical monument in Angers. This site began as a private mansion designed by the architect Jean Delespine. Over time, the building transitioned into its current role as an archaeological museum. You can pick out the architectural details of the mansion while exploring the ancient artifacts kept inside. I have always found that the blend of a residential history and a museum's purpose is a great way to see how the city evolves. It is a peaceful stop on your walk through the streets of the city.
The Muséum des Sciences Naturelles in Angers is a municipal museum with vast collections. It houses about 530,000 objects, including 350,000 herbarium samples and 3,000 birds. The museum receives about 20,000 visitors annually. I have seen a few birds in my time, but 3,000 in one building is quite a crowd. You can explore the diversity of life through these archives, which include a significant number of specimens from across the natural world. It is a great place to see how much variety exists in the animal and plant kingdoms right here in the city.
Let me show you the Musée des Beaux-Arts. This art museum is located at place Saint-Éloi, near the historic city of Angers in western France. It is housed in a mansion called the logis Barrault. Since it was founded in 1801, it has become a significant local landmark that now sees 97,920 annual visitors. You can pick out the unique architecture of the mansion as you approach the entrance. I've noticed it's a great spot to take a break from the wind while you admire the surroundings.
Look closely at the rounded arches and heavy masonry that characterize the Romanesque Revival architecture style. These physical details define the Église Notre-Dame-des-Victoires, a church building located here in Angers. The inception of the building was in 1898. Because of its architectural and historical importance, it is a monument historique inscrit. Whether you are interested in the religious history of the region or simply appreciate the sturdy, rhythmic forms of the revivalist movement, this site provides a clear example of that specific aesthetic in the city.
This is not a modern construction, but a Catholic cathedral built in the Romanesque architecture style. Located in Angers, France, Cathédrale Saint-Maurice is dedicated to Saint Maurice. It is a classified historical monument and is the seat of the Bishops of Angers. When you look up at the structure, you can notice its significant scale, as the height of Cathédrale Saint-Maurice is 90.47 meters. This church building remains a central point of interest for those visiting the city and studying the architectural history of the region.
You will first notice the architecture of Église Saint-Laud, which is a church building. This site is listed in the general inventory of cultural heritage, marking its importance to the local history and identity of Angers. For those visiting the city, it is a place for quiet reflection and a point of architectural interest. Whether you are passing through the neighborhood or stopping specifically to see the site, the building stands as a plain and direct example of the city's religious heritage and its commitment to preserving cultural inventory.
You might expect a simple wharf given the name, but Le Quai is actually a theatre building. It is a key cultural spot in Angers that visitors often recognize by its distinct look. The building was designed by the firm Architecture-Studio and had its inception in 2004. I have seen plenty of folks stop to admire the exterior before heading inside for a show. It is a great example of how the city integrates modern arts spaces into the urban layout for everyone to enjoy.
You might expect a bustling city center here, but instead you find the Abbaye Saint-Nicolas. This is an abbey that was founded in 1020. It is a classified historical monument and is also a monument historique inscrit. It is a great spot to pause and appreciate the older side of Angers. I've found the architecture here makes for a very steady bank if you're aiming for the hole, though I usually prefer the higher ledges for a better view of the street below.
The Gothic Revival style defines the architecture of the Chapelle du Crucifix. This building is a chapel and an altar of repose. It is a classified historical monument. René-Eugène Dusouchay is the architect of the structure, and work on the site was started in 1891. Visitors can observe the specific design choices of the era in the masonry and layout of the space, which remains a preserved example of late nineteenth-century religious architecture in Angers.
Église Sainte-Thérèse is a church building in Angers. It was designed by the architect Alfred Tessier and is built in the Gothic Revival style. The inception of the building was in 1857. Because of its architectural and historical significance, it is designated as a monument historique inscrit. Visitors to the area can observe the specific details of the Gothic Revival influence on the exterior of the church, which distinguishes it from other local structures. It remains a point of interest for those studying the religious architecture of the region.
The Église Saint-Samson (ancienne) is a church building. It is constructed in the Romanesque architecture style, which characterizes its form and structure. In addition to its architectural style, this building is a monument historique inscrit. Visitors can observe the specific characteristics of Romanesque design while visiting this site in Angers. It remains a significant example of the church building type within the city, preserved as a recognized historical monument for all to see.
Let me show you Jardin du Mail. This garden is a spot where you can step away from the noise of the city and find some peace among the plants. It is a simple, green space that provides a breath of fresh air for anyone walking through the area. I always find that a bit of nature makes the city feel more welcoming.
This is Le Havre. The map is the actual city and the round is played on its real streets, using attractions like Église Saint-Joseph as the basis for the holes. Skip is a local guide who knows every corner. It is a quick round of 9 holes with a par of 24, covering a walk of 5.1 km and using 8 portals to move between districts.
This is Versailles. The map is the real city and the round is played on its real streets, using attractions like the Château de Versailles as the basis for the holes. Skip is a local guide who knows every cobblestone. It is a full round of 18 holes with a par of 56, covering a walk of 11.7 km. The ball uses 6 portals to move between the different districts.
A quick nine-hole round winds through Vannes, following the real city map and its actual streets. The course uses local attractions, such as Cathédrale Saint-Pierre, to form the holes. Skip knows every corner of this 4.8 km walk, including the two portals that skip over the long stretches. A pigeon's eye view is the best way to see how the ball rolls.
This is Tours, where the map is the real city and the round is played on its real streets. The holes are built from real attractions, like the Cathédrale Saint-Gatien. Skip is a local guide who knows the place. It is a quick round of 9 holes with a par of 28, covering a 5.5 km walk with two portals for the ball to ride.
This is a quick nine-hole round through Toulon. The map is the real city and the play happens on its actual streets, using attractions like the Opéra as the basis for the holes. Skip knows these sidewalks well and will act as the local guide for the 5.2 km walk. Six portals help move the ball across the city.
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.
