Monteveglio Golf Club

Nine holes, par 32, and surrounded by the Monteveglio Abbey Regional Park: The Monteveglio Golf Club is located in the rolling hills of the Valsamoggia, less than a half-hour’s drive southwest of Bologna. Those who still know the club by its old name, „Campanino,“ will find a well-maintained public short course here today.

The course is considered technical: narrow, undulating fairways, a few lakes, and old oak trees force you to play a strategic game rather than hit long drives. At 2,013 meters from the yellow tees, the round is short but rarely easy—a Course Rating of 63.4 and a Slope of 114 show that precision is key here.

If you're looking for a relaxing, affordable hike through beautiful countryside and want to explore the region at the same time, Monteveglio is a great place to start your Golf Vacations in Emilia-Romagna.

The Course: Nine Technical Holes in the Nature Park

The Monteveglio Golf Club is a 9-hole course with a par of 32. From the yellow men’s tees, the round measures 2,013 meters; from the red women’s tees, it measures 1,731 meters. If you want to play 18 holes, just play two rounds—thanks to a Course Rating of 63.4 and a Slope of 114 (men), it never feels mundane despite the short distance.

The course is distinctly technical: The fairways are narrow and undulating, lined with lakes, out-of-bounds areas, and dense vegetation consisting of old oak, cypress, and hornbeam trees. The greens are fast, heavily undulating, and protected by bunkers and water hazards. Players who take a strategic approach rather than swinging blindly will perform significantly better here.

Because the course is located in the heart of the Monteveglio Abbey Regional Park, you’ll enjoy frequent views of the green hills of Valsamoggia as you play—a peaceful, natural setting that’s rarely crowded.

Who designed the Monteveglio Golf Club?

The course was designed by Italian golf architect Fulvio Bani, who is known for his creative use of the terrain. Bani took advantage of the natural topography of the hills, the existing waterways, and the mature trees to create a varied and challenging course within a small area.

The course is a new development from the early 2000s and was long known as the „Campanino Golf Club“—you can still find this name in many directories and on old signs today. Today, the club is officially known as Golf Club Monteveglio A.S.D.

Practice Facility, Golf School, and Equipment

For a 9-hole club, the practice facility is remarkably well-equipped. The driving range has 18 hitting bays, 6 of which are covered, and is equipped with floodlights for evening play. In addition, there are three practice areas with grass tees, two practice bunkers, and a putting green and a pitching green.

There’s a golf school with a pro on site, so you can do everything right here on the course—from introductory lessons to earning your course proficiency certificate. Convenient amenities include cart and trolley rentals, a clubhouse with changing rooms, a bar, and a restaurant, a kids’ corner, and a well-lit parking lot.

Getting There and the Best Time to Visit

The club is located at Via Barlete 52 in Monteveglio, a district of the municipality of Valsamoggia in the province of Bologna. It’s about 25 kilometers southwest of Bologna; take the state highway toward Bazzano and Monteveglio, and you’ll get there in about 30 to 40 minutes. Bologna Airport (BLQ) is the nearest international airport.

Since the course is open year-round, weather permitting, you can generally play at any time of year. Spring and fall are the most pleasant times, when the hills are green and temperatures remain mild. The course is closed on Mondays; in the summer, the front desk is open into the evening.

Who would benefit from joining the Monteveglio Golf Club?

The course is a great choice for beginners, families, and anyone looking for an affordable, relaxed round without any frills. With green fees starting at around 25 euros, an excellent practice facility, and a golf school, Monteveglio is ideal for learning, for a quick nine after work, or as a stopover on a golf trip through Emilia-Romagna. It’s also the perfect spot for those who prefer peace and nature to the hustle and bustle of a resort.

The club is less suitable if you’re looking for a long 18-hole championship course, an attached hotel, or major tournament golf—Monteveglio is too small and too short for that. If you’re looking for courses like that, you’re more likely to find them in the region; our overview provides a summary of Golf in Italy.

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