Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Golf du Mont-Dore
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
17
17 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
85
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
Mont-Dore Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Mont-Dore, 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
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.
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Mont-Dore
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.
Pitch | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, one bucket with balls below feet level.
Long irons (4,3,2) | 3 Landing Zones
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts over the chalk starting line.
Putting Aid: String Line, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts, underneath the hanging string line.
Putting Aid: Alignment Sticks, Ball Gate, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Mont-Dore.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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Facilities
Location
Route de la Tour d'Auvergne
Course Description
Golf du Mont-Dore is an alpine golf course situated at over 1100 meters altitude near Clermont-Ferrand in the Auvergne region. The club offers a variety of hole configurations that challenge both technique and physicality, along with practice facilities, lessons, and a mountain restaurant with panoramic views. It emphasizes a friendly, mountain-air golfing experience with a par 68 layout that tests precision over raw power. The site also highlights family-friendly activities, including foot-golf, and a welcoming clubhouse atmosphere.
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Course Information
Holes
9
Par
34
Type
Parkland
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Mont-Dore
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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% match to course practice profileTreat every putt as crucial, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Master touch, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
11 Week Flagship Program for Mont-Dore
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Mont-Dore. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 11 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Sink Mid-Distance Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Pitch
Set your sights and deliver: aim challenge
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Check your setup: avoid slices and hooks
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Read Breaks Correctly On Each Long Putt
Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 6.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Lag it close: can you control your rollout every time?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Shape the shot: draw or fade with long irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Make More Putts Consistently
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0
Short Game · Sand
Thread the gap: bunker shot through a narrow landing zone
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Improve Short Iron Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Consistent short iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Perfect long iron trajectory, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Read long breaks, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Match plan to shot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Match plan to shot, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedStick approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Save par on approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Dial in touch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Thread the gap, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Maximize control, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Hit within 5 yards, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Mont-Dore
Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.
No upcoming tournaments at this time.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Mont-Dore
Get answers to common questions about playing Mont-Dore and what to expect.
How difficult is Mont-Dore for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Mont-Dore technically exacting. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 34.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Mont-Dore?
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 Mont-Dore?
With a course rating of 70 and par 34, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 34 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Mont-Dore 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 Mont-Dore and how should I play it?
Mont-Dore 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 Mont-Dore 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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