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A golf course designed as a natural landscape

Located at the heart of an urbanized area, Le Golf National is developing an approach aimed at reconciling sporting performance, sustainable management, and biodiversity conservation.

The objective is to turn the site into a haven for wildlife and flora while maintaining local ecological connectivity.

Awarded a Silver Label since 2017 under the 'Golf for Biodiversity' program, the site is now aiming for the Gold label, supported by scientific monitoring and the continuous improvment of management practices.

A laboratory for ecological transition

Since 2016, Le Golf National has been working with naturalist organizations to better understanding its ecosystem and adapt its practices.

Biodiversity surveys have revealed remarkable ecological richness despite the highly urbanized surroundings with protected species recorded including Grass Vetchling (Lathyrus nisolia) and Narrow-leaved Bird's-foot Trefoil (Lotus angustissimus). These observations are carried out in collaboration with partners including the French National Museum of Natural History and as part of environmental measures associated with metro construction works. 

The site is gradually transitioning towards more ecological management through habitat diversification, the creation of refuge areas, and the monitoring of sensitive species.

Today, it serves as a testing ground for:

  • ecological restoration
  • differentiated management practices
  • energy transition
  • resource recovery
  • wetland conservation
  • raising public awareness 

Restoring ecological connectivity

Le Golf National is implementing actions to reconnect habitats through:

  • native planting
  • hedgerows and ecological corridors
  • habitats for small wildlife
  • deadwood conservation
  • late sything zones

The objective is to facilitate the movement of species across a fragmented landscape.

Energy transition

Le Golf National is modernising its equipment through:

  • electric robotic mowers for selected mowing operations
  • progressive replacement of combustion engines
  • overall energy efficiency improvements
  • development of photovoltaic panels

Water management and ecological blue infrastructure

An ecological swale project aims to reconnect the site’s wetland areas.

Water will be redirected towards the central wetland area in order to strengthen habitats, improve natural water retention, and help secure part of the site’s irrigation needs.

Awareness and knowledge sharing

The site is developing educational initiatives with schools, scientists, and visitors to improve understanding of biodiversity and environmental challenges.

Digital tools and mobile applications enable users to identify species present on site. Participatory formats such as BioBlitz events are also organized during major events.

Resource recovery and circular economy

The site follows a circular economy approach. Part of the green waste generated on site is reused for:

  • Mulching
  • soil creation
  • ecological restoration
  • living soil projects

An evolving commitment

Le Golf National’s environmental approach continues to progress each year through projects, experimentation, and scientific monitoring.

Its ambition is to demonstrate that an international sports venue can also become a living, sustainable space, fully integrated into its local environment.