Northern France provides some of the best golf courses you will ever find in the entire world. After playing in over 30 countries all around the world, it is obvious that my favorite course still remains as Cote d'Opale, which is not far from London. A few hidden gems can be found since the area has many renowned courses. Below you will find five of the top choices for Northern France Golf Courses:

AA Saint Omer Golf Club

This course is perfect for players of any level and has quite a bit to offer. With different tees, anybody can find the right length from a touring pro to a beginner just taking the game up. The beauty is found with lush forests, on this course, along with the great views and rolling terrain. You will get to hit your driver plenty, but you do want to be careful with the approach shot, as many greens are protected well. You can also choose to stay at the amazing three-star hotel that overlooks the final hole at the AA Saint Omer course, which will become one of your favorites after you play.

Hardelot Les Pins

This one of my favorites hosts the French Open qualifying round. I have been playing this course since I was a young child and it still looks great today. You will need to choose between risk and reward on many holes and you may be able to cut corners with your driver, but be careful of the three-level greens. A favorite of many this bright and gorgeous course provides a great golf holiday for anybody wanting to travel to Northern France.

Le Touquet La Mer

Le Touquet La Mer provides a challenge for all golfers from the first hole to the final hole.

Perfect for all golfers, this type of course will may, however, not be the most forgiving at times. Do you want to know the secrets to a successful round of golf? Start by warming up properly, plan each shot, and don't get too greedy out on the course. This course is perfect if you like a quaint type. It is a link style course with the feeling of being close to home. He is called the beast and he earned it.

Arras Golf

The ladies play here often for the French Open and this course is a favorite of many. You start with a nine filled with water and finish with one that gives you plenty of chances to scores. This is a hot course that many love. A nice hotel in this historic city will allow you to enjoy your stay. A great value can be found within an hour of Calais when you choose to play at Arras

Belle Dune Golf Club

This course isn't an easy course and if the wind starts to blow, you may miss how beautiful it is because of the challenge it presents. You will be right in the middle of some of Europe's nature reserves and this makes for a great walk through your round along with the great design of the course. Even though this is a smaller club, it has made great progress over the years. The most charming Northern France golf is certainly found at Belle Dune.

British golfers don't have any excuse because these courses are only a hop, skip, and a jump from England. You can take a golfing weekend for three or four days or even spend a full summer in Northern France. Either way, a trip to this area is necessary for all golfers.