Read subtle breaks, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-30 min3 HCP3 drills
Scoring47%
Precision35%
Green Reading18%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Château les Merles
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
17
17 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
92
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more
Château les Merles Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Château les Merles, identifying the specific skills this course demands most. The skill distribution below shows which areas of your game will be tested most frequently based on the hole-by-hole analysis (hole handicaps, stroke index, yardage, etc.), while the handicap ranges indicate the typical player profiles who perform well here.
Focus your practice on these key skills to maximize improvement and lower your scores. Check the practice programs below for targeted drills that address these specific skills.
Skill Distribution
Scoring 30%Distance Control 23%Precision 22%Aim 11%Trajectory 11%
Handicap Performance Insights
The handicap ranges shown represent the typical performance levels for this course. Players within these ranges can expect competitive scores, while those outside may yield benefits or may need additional practice in the highlighted skill areas to perform at their best.
19.8
Average HCP
10.8
Minimum HCP
30.4
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Château les Merles
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting30 min
Around the Hole: 4 Ball Circle, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a Row from [3 ft | 1 m].
Short Game26 min
Pitch| Scattered Piles | Multiple Targets
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and stop pitch shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Ladder Challenge
Complete the Ladder Challenge using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Putting30 min
Around the Hole: 8 Ball Circle, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a Row from [3 ft | 1 m].
Putting18 min
Single Tee, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row.
Putting24 min
Around the Hole: 8 Ball Circle, 4/8
Make 4 out of 8 putts from [6 ft | 2 m], 5 times in total.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Château les Merles.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
info@lesmerles.com
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Facilities
✓Driving Range
✓Putting Green
✓Chipping Green
✓Practice Bunker
✓Motor Cart
✓Pull Cart
✓Golf Clubs Rental
✗Club Fitting
✓Pro Shop
✓Golf Lessons
✗Caddie Hire
✓Restaurant
✓Reception Hall
✓Changing Room
✓Lockers
✗Lodging on Site
Location
Tuilières
Course Description
Château les Merles is a chateau from the 17th century that was renovated to a 4-star boutique hotel. The hotel offers 15 rooms including 2 suites and 1 apartment in modern and contemporary style. It is situated in the Dordogne region that is known for its culinary richness. Château les Merles also possesses villas on the property alongside the golf course that can be booked as holiday homes. Our gastronomic restaurant ‘Les Merles' is graded with 14/20 points by Gault & Millau and serves the Perigord cuisine and the proper wines of Château les Merles and the 7 wine regions of Bergerac. Our slogan ‘Where guests become friends' perfectly describes our company culture and how we would like to present our services.Address and contact:3, Chemin des MerlesTuilièresF-24520 MouleydierTéléphone: +33 553 63 13 42Site internet: www.lesmerles.comInstagram: chateaulesmerlesFacebook: Château les Merles
gastronomic restaurant • golf course • 9-hole golf • villa rental • dordogne travel • bergerac tourism • perigord pourpre • mouleydier • boutique hotel • gastronomy • wine tourism • wedding venue • seminars • event venue • luxury travel • culinary vacation • vacation villa • weekend getaway • france travel • Dordogne • Perigord cuisine • historic chateau • holiday villas • hospitality
Course Information
Holes
9
Par
35
Type
Parkland
Opened
1993
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Château les Merles
We studied the course layout and prepared practice programs to lower your scores. The programs are purpose-built for each tee to align with the course strategy. Each program consists of curated drills, with pre-defined modules designed to deliver results.
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Showing 17 Programs
% match to course practice profileRead breaks and aim precisely, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills
Precision34%
Scoring33%
Aim20%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedPitch to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP7 drills
Aim23%
Precision19%
Scoring15%
Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Scoring23%
Distance Control23%
Alignment16%
14 Week Flagship Program for Château les Merles
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Château les Merles. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 14 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Week 1≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Focus On Cup Accuracy
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 3.0
Weeks 1–2≤ 4 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Sink Every Mid Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Keep Ball Close To Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 7 days
Short Game · Mixed
Make Par Around the Green
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
Keep Par Safe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days
Short Game · Flop
Turn flops into par saves—score from the sand or rough
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0
Weeks 10–12≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Stop Missing Greens With Mid Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Driver
Can you match your swing to the perfect trajectory?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Week 14≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Distance Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
Precision shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring30%
Distance Control16%
Precision15%
Turn into par saves, for a 30-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min30 HCP8 drills
Scoring33%
Alignment27%
Aim21%
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control32%
Visualization23%
Mix short game shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Scoring43%
Distance Control35%
Visualization22%
Roll to tap-in range, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills
Distance Control45%
Trajectory19%
Precision15%
Vary landing spot, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP9 drills
Distance Control34%
Alignment23%
Precision11%
Pinpoint pitches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP4 drills
Precision32%
Aim26%
Dispersion13%
Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP4 drills
Dispersion31%
Precision28%
Scoring14%
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Trajectory20%
Scoring20%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedImprove driver accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
Shape driver flight, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min26 HCP7 drills
Trajectory31%
Precision23%
Mechanics19%
Improve accuracy, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision27%
Aim20%
Trajectory11%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Château les Merles
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No upcoming tournaments at this time.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Château les Merles
Get answers to common questions about playing Château les Merles and what to expect.
How difficult is Château les Merles for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Château les Merles challenges consistency. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 35.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Château les Merles?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6000 yards. The back tees extend to 6500 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Château les Merles?
With a course rating of 70 and par 35, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 35 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Château les Merles and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
What type of course is Château les Merles and how should I play it?
Château les Merles is designed as a Parkland layout. Overall, the setup will reward players who place the ball in safe positions far from hazards. Also, type of shot is more crucial rather than just trying to gain distance.
What features make Château les Merles strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 120 and yardage reaching 6500 yards creates consistent pressure on approach shots. You will need to balance risk and reward, especially on longer par 4s and protected greens.
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