The design of Meaztegi Golf: Severiano Ballesteros’ vision made reality
A course with the stamp of a golf legend
In the world of golf, few names arouse as much admiration as Severiano Ballesteros. Severiano Ballesteros. The Cantabrian champion, considered one of the best golfers of all time, left a legacy that goes beyond his victories: his vision of how a golf course should be.
One of those legacies is found at Meaztegi Golf, in the heart of Bizkaia, a course that not only stands out for its natural beauty, but also for the unique character of its design.
Seve’s philosophy: accessibility and challenge
A field for all levels
Severiano Ballesteros always believed that golf should be an open and accessible sport, and that is perfectly reflected in Meaztegi Golf. The course is designed so that both beginners and experienced golfers can enjoy it, adapting the difficulty through different tee-offs and playing strategies.
The balance between enjoyment and challenge
The course offers a masterful combination of short and long holes, wide fairways that invite aggressive hitting and strategically defended greens. This duality makes every game different, forcing the player to think and plan every shot.
Natural beauty as part of the game
A privileged environment
Located in the mining area of Bizkaia, Meaztegi Golf has been able to integrate its design with the surrounding landscape, offering spectacular views of mountains, forests and green areas.
Seve understood that golf is not just a sport, but a sensory experience, and that is why he knew how to make the most of the available land.
Respect for the environment
The design was made with maximum respect for the existing orography and vegetation, minimizing the environmental impact and creating a course that feels organic and natural. This not only adds beauty, but also variability to the game, as course conditions change with the seasons.
A route designed to the millimeter
The holes that define the personality of Meaztegi Golf
Each hole at Meaztegi Golf has a story, but some stand out for their design and challenge.
- Hole 3: A par 3 with a green protected by bunkers and water, where accuracy is key.
- Hole 9: A strategic par 4, ideal to end the first round with a memorable shot.
- Hole 18: The perfect closing hole, with panoramic views and a green that demands total concentration.
The importance of strategy
Seve designed the course with the intention that the player thinks about each shot, avoiding mechanical play. The sand traps, water hazards and the placement of the greens make it necessary to read the course well before acting.
A living heritage for Bizkaia
More than a field, a sports development project
The design of Meaztegi Golf has not only raised the golf offer in Bizkaia, but has also encouraged the practice of the sport among young people and local amateurs. The accessibility of the course and its facilities have made the club a meeting point for the Basque golfing community.
National and international recognition
Thanks to its design and quality, Meaztegi Golf has earned a place on the list of essential courses for those who visit the Basque Country with clubs in hand. Its signature signature -that of Severiano Ballesteros- is a seal of quality that attracts golfers from all over the world.
Playing on a course with Seve’s essence
An experience that goes beyond golf
For many players, setting foot on a course designed by Seve is a dream come true. Each hole reflects his creativity, his love for the game and his desire for everyone to enjoy it.
At Meaztegi Golf, that essence is alive in every shot, every view and every challenge.
How to experience it firsthand
The club offers packages for visitors, tournaments and special events that allow you to enjoy the course to the fullest. It also has practice facilities and a golf school to perfect your game before hitting the course.
The vision of a champion who continues to inspire
The design of Meaztegi Golf is much more than an 18-hole course. It is a declaration of principles, an invitation to enjoy golf in all its facets and a tribute to the vision of Severiano Ballesteros.
To play here is to experience the perfect balance between beauty, challenge and accessibility, all in an incomparable natural environment.
If you are looking for a course where every shot counts and every hole offers you a story, Meaztegi Golf awaits you with open arms.