Golf Club Carimate
One of those clubs whose identity is immediately visible from the first glance
Golf Club Carimate is one of those clubs whose identity is immediately visible from the first glance. Set in the greener, more residential side of Brianza, with the castle lending memory and tone to the setting, it offers classical golf that is more sophisticated than the composed landscape might initially suggest. The course demands precision from the tee, very good iron control and the right mindset for a historic club: nothing free, no shortcuts, but a coherence of design that rewards organised and self-aware players. Carimate sits close to both Milan and Lake Como, yet it is far more than a stopover. It has a personality of its own — more intimate, more adult — built on sport, style and tradition. For travellers seeking a great Lombard classic without the scale or social noise of more mass-market names, it remains an exceptionally credible address.
Giocalo con pazienza e approccio classico: a Carimate conta più mettersi bene sul secondo colpo che cercare il colpo spettacolare dal tee.
Historic Lombardy club with strong identity and excellent position
Classic layout that rewards precision and discipline
Less resort-oriented and less scenic than lake clubs
May seem severe to those who prefer more forgiving courses
Golf Club Carimate is one of those clubs whose identity is immediately visible from the first glance. Set in the greener, more residential side of Brianza, with the castle lending memory and tone to the setting, it offers classical golf that is more sophisticated than the composed landscape might initially suggest. The course demands precision from the tee, very good iron control and the right mindset for a historic club: nothing free, no shortcuts, but a coherence of design that rewards organised and self-aware players. Carimate sits close to both Milan and Lake Como, yet it is far more than a stopover. It has a personality of its own — more intimate, more adult — built on sport, style and tradition. For travellers seeking a great Lombard classic without the scale or social noise of more mass-market names, it remains an exceptionally credible address.
On the technical side, the course is a parkland layout of 18 holes playing to a par of 71 with a slope rating of 133. Visitor ratings underline the point: outstanding course standard, striking natural setting.
The best time to visit Golf Club Carimate is April, May, June, July, August, September, October. Among its most appreciated strengths: Historic Lombardy club with strong identity and excellent position; Classic layout that rewards precision and discipline.
The facilities include putting green, driving range, restaurant, pro shop, cart rental, caddy on request.
The nearest airport is Milano Malpensa (MXP), approximately 30 minutes by car.
What is the best time to play?+
The best time to play is April, May, June, July, August, September, October. Outside this window the club may be closed or operating with reduced services.
Is a handicap certificate required?+
Golf Club Carimate does not specify a mandatory minimum handicap for visiting players. We recommend contacting the club to confirm their current policy.
How do I get to the club?+
The nearest airport is Milano Malpensa (MXP), approximately 30 minutes by car. Car rental is recommended for maximum flexibility.
Is there on-site accommodation?+
Golf Club Carimate does not have on-site accommodation. There are various lodging options in the surrounding area; contact the club for partner recommendations.
How many holes does the course have, and how challenging is it?+
The course has 18 holes playing to a par of 71 with a slope rating of 133. It is a demanding course best suited to experienced players.
Exclusive Experiences
Secrets found in no guidebook, curated by our concierge.
Museo della Seta di Como — L'Arte Invisibile
Como is the world capital of luxury silk: Armani, Hermès, Versace produce their fabrics here. The Silk Museum holds the only working 19th-century Jacquard looms in Europe, capable of producing the same silk used in Churchill's ties.
“Director Sergio Gualtieri organises private visits to the historic sample archive — 40,000 silk samples from 1870 to today, never publicly exhibited. Access by museum member referral only. The Club has the direct contact.”
Majolini — Satèn Direttamente dai Tini
Majolini has produced for three generations the denomination's most mineral Franciacorta Satèn — delicate, with a perlage lasting over 8 minutes in the glass. Their historic Electo vineyard, planted in 1972, produces only in exceptional vintages.
“Corrado Majolini, the founder, is still in the winery every morning from 6am. Arrive before 8am without an appointment and he will personally offer you the Satèn directly from the perlage collection tanks — something that happens at no other Italian winery.”
QC Terme Como — Il Lago in Vasca
Como's thermal spa, overlooking the lake directly with a heated pool that seems to extend the Larian waters, offers panoramic saunas, a Turkish bath with mountain views, and treatments with Larian olive oil. Its Liberty architecture is among the most refined in Italy.
“The 'Tramonto sul Lago' — entry at 6:30pm, outdoor pool at dusk, light terrace dinner, private sauna — is booked 72 hours ahead using the code 'lario dorato'. Not on the standard menu. Four accesses per evening only.”
Lago di Montorfano — Lo Specchio Dimenticato
Just a few kilometers from the crowds of Lake Como, this small glacial lake has remained almost untouched — a nature reserve with no hotels, no ferries. The water mirrors the chestnut trees like a 19th-century lithograph. Ten minutes' walk from the car park and you're alone with the ducks and the silence.
“Come at dawn: the low mist on the water lasts less than an hour, and no one is there to photograph it.”
Basilica di Sant'Abbondio — Il Romanico che Respira
Built in 1095 by the Benedictines, Sant'Abbondio sits just outside Como's tourist perimeter in a quiet, almost suburban neighborhood. The five-nave interior is one of the purest expressions of Lombard Romanesque architecture, and the apse preserves 14th-century frescoes of extraordinary quality. No ticket desk, no crowd — you walk in and stay silent.
“Try the side door if the main entrance is locked — it's almost always open, and the quiet is guaranteed.”
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