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Royal Golf Fès: Cabell B. Robinson’s Olive-Grove Course Beneath the Middle Atlas
A few kilometres from central Fez, Royal Golf Fès sits at around 700 metres above sea level in a vast olive grove, with the Middle Atlas forming the distant backdrop. Designed by Cabell B. Robinson, the 18-hole Par 72 course uses the natural slopes of the land, lakes and substantial bunkers to create a demanding round for experienced golfers.
A course woven into an olive grove at 700 metres
The Royal Moroccan Golf Federation places Royal Golf Fès at around 700 metres above sea level, within an extensive olive grove overlooking the Middle Atlas. The rolling ground and water features are integral to the layout.
Madaëf Golfs lists 18 holes, Par 72 and a length of 6,542 metres across a site of around 70 hectares. The course was designed by Cabell B. Robinson and is dotted with lakes and numerous obstacles. Visit Morocco highlights the large bunkers, including one that covers approximately 1,200 square metres. The official operator lists two opening milestones, 1993 and 2015, while Visit Morocco describes the course as created in 1994. Rather than choosing one date without explanation, this guide focuses on the consistently supported course design and layout details. Practice facilities include a driving range, approach greens and putting green.
Natural slopes, lakes and very large bunkers
The course’s challenge comes from its relationship with the natural terrain. Sloping fairways, lakes and sizeable bunkers create decisions from the tee and on approach, making course management an important part of the round.
Use the natural contours
The undulating ground influences both stance and the way the ball moves after landing. Read the slope before choosing a target, especially when the fairway falls towards water or a large bunker.
Keep the practice areas in your plan
The operator lists a driving range, approach greens and a putting green, with professional instruction available. A warm-up session can help players adapt to the course’s rolling surfaces before starting their round.
Olive groves, Atlas views and a celebrated giant bunker
Royal Golf Fès combines an elevated natural setting with a course design that uses the terrain rather than flattening it. The olive grove, lakes and exceptionally large bunker give the venue a recognisable identity within Morocco’s historic Fez-Meknes-Ifrane golf region.
Planning a round at Royal Golf Fès
Madaëf Golfs provides a dedicated visitor reservation system, course details and contact information. Confirm the tee set and current scorecard, as well as visitor rates, club hire, buggies and any access requirements before travelling.
- Use the official visitor booking system to check available tee times.
- Confirm the current scorecard and tee-specific yardage for your chosen start.
- Ask about the current green fee, club and buggy hire, caddie arrangements, driving range access and lessons.
Before you play
How many holes does Royal Golf Fès have?
The course has 18 holes.
What is the par and length?
Madaëf Golfs lists Par 72 and 6,542 metres.
Who designed the course?
The course was designed by Cabell B. Robinson.
What is distinctive about the setting?
The course is set at around 700 metres above sea level in a large olive grove overlooking the Middle Atlas, with lakes and rolling terrain.
When did the course open?
Published official sources list different milestones: the operator gives 1993 and 2015, while Visit Morocco says created in 1994. This guide does not treat a single opening year as definitive.
Madaëf Golfs — Royal Golf de Fès · Royal Moroccan Golf Federation — Royal Golf Fes · Visit Morocco — Royal Golf Fez profile · Visitor tee-time booking — Royal Golf Fès
Course facts checked: 31 October 2026.
