The best golf courses in Norway

Lofoten Links is a world-ranked, seaside links golf course located on the spectacular coastline of Gimsøya, Nordland, Norway. Designed by Jeremy Turner, it features 18 holes that wind through dramatic coastal scenery, beaches, and rugged outcrops, with views of the Arctic Ocean and famed for its midnight sun and northern lights golf experiences.

Kongsvinger Golf Club is considered one of Norway's premier courses and was designed by renowned Swedish architect Peter Nordwall. Set amidst pine forests on sandy terrain, its undulating layout offers an engaging challenge for all skill levels, featuring delightfully varied holes and a scenic woodland landscape. Regularly ranked among the best in Norway and Continental Europe.

Opened in 1924, Oslo Golf Club (Bogstad) is Norway’s oldest golf club, set along scenic Bogstad Lake near Oslo. The par 72, 6300-meter championship track features a thoughtful parkland design, several long par 3s, and hazardous water on multiple holes. The course was redesigned in 2008 and is known for beautiful conditioning. It’s hosted numerous major tournaments and national championships.

Miklagard Golf Club, designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr. and opened in 2002, is a premier parkland-style course near Oslo. Known for its undulating fairways, deep bunkering, and large, quick greens, the course offers a first-class experience. Facilities include a unique Norwegian-style clubhouse, excellent practice areas, and proximity to a luxury hotel, making it a top destination for golfers seeking tournament-caliber challenges.

Hauger Golf Club, opened in 1988 and designed by Jeremy Turner, is a scenic 18-hole parkland course with hilly terrain and beautiful elevation changes near Oslo. The course is celebrated for its engaging routing, tricky stretches, and history of hosting major Nordic professional events and famous players. Practice facilities and clubhouse amenities are robust.

Designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr. and Bruce Charlton, Holtsmark Golf Club is an 18-hole parkland course in woodland terrain outside Oslo. The course features undulating fairways, large greens and five standout par 3s. Known for its beautiful Scandinavian setting, strategic design, and excellent conditions, Holtsmark is rated among Norway’s best courses and welcomes public play.

Stavanger Golfklubb, established in 1956 and designed by Fred Smith, is one of Norway’s oldest courses. Featuring a parkland layout with tree-lined, undulating fairways, it sits near Store Stokkavatn, just 5 km from town. The course has been extensively renovated for improved drainage and modern play, hosting numerous national and international championships.

Losby Golf Club, designed by Swedish architect Peter Nordwall, features an 18-hole championship parkland course (Østmork), and a 9-hole supplement (Vestmork). Set 6 km southeast of Lørenskog, the gently undulating terrain offers a scenic woodland backdrop. Renowned for quality greens and regular tournament conditioning, it is one of Norway’s best-upkept and most attractive golfing venues.

Borre Golf Course is a scenic parkland-style course designed first by Tommy Nordström in 1991, with later renovations expanding it to a full 18 holes. Located beside Lake Borre and built on gently undulating terrain near Oslofjord, the layout blends natural beauty with strategic challenge. The club is known for hosting major professional tournaments and welcomes visitors throughout the main season.

Larvik Golf Club is a scenic 18-hole course set along the edge of Larvik Fjord, opened in 1993 and designed by Swedish architect Jan Sederholm. Known for its parkland style with links influences, it features challenging holes shaped by natural terrain and wind from the nearby sea. The club is popular with locals and visitors alike.

Drammen Golfklubb is an 18-hole parkland course located in the scenic Skoger area just south of Drammen, Norway. Designed by Jeremy Turner and established in 1989, the course features a varied, hilly layout suited to all levels. Amenities include a complete practice area, clubhouse, pro shop, and rental trolleys. A sociable atmosphere and maintained conditions attract local and visiting golfers.