Hugues Lambert, a prominent French architect, was charged with creating the Lyon area's ultimate championship layout, and his 7,200 yard par 75 effort does not disappoint. Testament to this is the fact that Le Sangliers was selected for the 2001 French Open, which saw Ryder Cup legend Jose Maria Olazabal emerge victorious.

The Lyon Golf Club's Sangliers Course is not for the half-hearted - this is a championship course in the purest since. What is not in doubt is the inherent quality of the course and its surroundings; though it may be more famous for its food and wine, Lyon can also make for a superb golf holiday.