CUP 1856 Banque Pouyanne

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Date: Friday, 19 June 2026

Format: Individual Strokeplay

Category: Open

Entry Fee: €150.00

Entry Method: Phone

The CUP 1856 Banque Pouyanne is an individual amateur golf competition held at Pau Golf Club from June 19 to June 21, 2026. The event consists of two series for men and two for women. Series 1 is Strokeplay (54 holes) for men with handicap index ≤ 11.4 and women ≤ 15.4. Series 2 is Stableford (54 holes) for men with handicap index ≥ 11.5 and ≤ 25.4, and women with handicap index ≥ 15.5. There is a cut after 36 holes. Prizes are awarded for gross and net scores in each category (3 gross and 3 net per series, 18 winners total), with prizes provided by Rue du Golf. Entry fees are €150 for external adult players, €30 for Pau Golf Club members, and €20 for licensed players under 18. Entries must be registered by June 18 at noon via phone (05 59 13 18 56) or in person at the club, with payment by credit card. A free reconnaissance round is available on Thursday, June 18. The prize-giving ceremony and cocktail take place on Sunday evening, June 21. Players must hold a valid FFGolf or recognized foreign federation license. Dress code is correct attire; jeans and t-shirts are prohibited.

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Venue

Pau Golf Club

Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France

Pau Golf Club is the oldest golf course on the European continent, established in 1856 in Billère, near the château de Pau and along the banks of the gave de Pau river. It was the first course designed in continental Europe and the fourth golf club worldwide outside Great Britain, following Charleston (1786), Calcutta (1829), and Bombay (1842). Located in the distinctive "saligue" landscape—a Béarnaise term for the marshy vegetation typical of the gave de Pau—the course is set within a protected wetland environment rich in biodiversity and migratory bird populations. The club's Victorian-style clubhouse reflects its strong Anglo-Saxon heritage, shaped by early British and later American communities. The course itself is described as unique and meticulously maintained by recognized professionals. The club operates with approximately 700 members and has developed a strong competitive tradition, fostering young talent through its PGC Academy. Notable for its integration with local sporting culture, Pau Golf Club has contributed significantly to the city's reputation as "Pau, Queen of Sports." The facility includes dining options, a pro shop, and event hosting capabilities, combining historic heritage with contemporary golf amenities.

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