Pärnu Bay G. Links

Estonia might not be on the map for even the most knowledgeable golf traveler, but that needs to change. Pärnu Bay Golf Links sits on wonderfully sandy soil right along the Baltic Sea with shaping done by Mick McShane, who was the lead shaper at Kingsbarns and St. Andrews’ Castle course. Fairways are forgiving and the greens are large to account for the wind—but the putting surfaces are boldly contoured with much interest. Five par 3s on this glorious setting for golf make Pärnu Bay one of the most surprisingly enjoyable rounds you need to have on your radar for Continental Europe golf.