Jonkheer Doctor CJ Sandbergweg 117,
Ermelo, Gelderland 3852 PT
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Gert Jan Markus / Mike Woltering.The Course:
9-reversible holes. Open heathland. Undulating terrain - a few slopes to climb.
Surroundings:
Woodland.
Designer:
Frank Pont
Above distances are for the nine-hole South course. When played in the opposite direction the holes become the nine-hole North course (par-35; 2957 m from back tees).
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5 km E of Ermelo / 44 km SW of Zwolle.
Here at Links Valley Golfbaan, and delving deep into the realms of innovative design, Dutch golf architect Frank Pont crafted nine holes (and ten greens) to produce the first "reversible" golf course in continental Europe. The nine-hole North course is played in one direction. The following day the routing switches around to produce the South course ... the same nine holes as the North, but played in the opposite direction.
Utilising a former sand quarry, the open linksy courses journey across easy-draining sandy soil, all bounded by a forest of Scots pine. Housing and roads you will not find, but sandy waste areas and stylish bunkering are plentiful.
Given the surprisingly undulating nature of the predominantly open terrain, Pont's "reversible" concept works up to a point. But it does involve several blind and semi-blind tee and approach shots.
Excellently maintained roller-coaster greens and rolling swirling green surrounds are hallmarks of this challenging design. Some of the tee shots can be a bit unnerving, not least if the back tees are attempted at the par-5 1st (North), and beware the grassy hollows on the par-4 3rd (South). Significant bunkering also lurks in front of many greens.
Pick of the holes: the closing three holes of the South course ensure a strong and fitting finish. They comprise the handsomely bunker-defended par-3 7th, gently doglegging par-4 8th with its sprawling bunker fronting the green, and long and challenging par-5 9th. These holes play as 1, 2 and 3 on the North course.
Visitors welcome on weekdays and weekends.
Must book in advance. Proof of handicap required.
Contact club for full details, discounts, packages, etc. [Last updated: 2025].
Players generally walk this course. Golf carts available for hire.
Good (200 m limit).
The Links Valley is located on the Waller family's 100-year-old Ullerberg Estate ("De Uller"). For many years the estate was home to a nine-hole course with fairways of closely mown heather, and greens and tees surrounded by electric fences to keep wild boar at bay. The course was used by the family from the early-1900s.
Rather than revamp the decades-old nine-hole course at "De Uller", golf architect Frank Pont and the owners agreed to establish a new nine-hole course elsewhere on the estate. Inspired by the writings of legendary "Golden Age" designer Tom Simpson, Pont then had the idea to make the nine-holer reversible, thereby creating 18 different holes.
Netherland's 15th best course (Golf World, 2022).
Continental Europe's 151st best course (Golf World, 2025).
Women’s (British) Open: the last women’s major championship of the season is hosted by Royal Porthcawl GC. It’s the first time this fabulous seaside links course has hosted the event (July 31-Aug 3).
Walker Cup: the 50th playing of this prestigious men’s amateur event sees the GB&I go head-to-head against the defending USA team at Cypress Point Club, California (Sept 6-7).
After that, all eyes turn to Bethpage State Park on Long Island, NY, where the American and defending European professional teams engage in the 45th Ryder Cup (Sept 27-29).
Our visit last month included two rounds at Golf de Chantilly, one of France’s most prestigious clubs.
It offers two superb layouts: Le Vineuil, a five-star championship course with a rich history, and Longères, an excellent four-star course that provides a strong and enjoyable test.
The wider Paris region offers plenty more. Courses such as Fontainebleau, Golf de Saint-Germain, and several other top-rated layouts make this area one of Europe’s most rewarding golf destinations, offering a mix of woodland, heathland, and parkland designs.
The Dutch: "It's no' just a game", as they say in Scotland, and that's certainly true at The Dutch. With 5-star services throughout, a lavishly comfortable Loch Lomond-inspired clubhouse, and a superbly designed and presented golf course, one could not ask for more from this top-end private club.
Join us at The Dutch from August 21–24 for the Festival of Golf, featuring the HotelPlanner Tour. Experience four days of top-tier sport, live music, incredible food, and unexpected surprises. Explore the grounds, connect with others, embrace new challenges, and dive into an unforgettable celebration. Click here to buy tickets.
Here at Prince’s Golf Club you'll find 27 excellent holes of links golf. Just over the fence and sharing similar terrain is Royal St George’s; but Prince’s is far from overshadowed by its venerable neighbour. The three nine-hole loops at Prince's, laid out over gently undulating terrain, are sure to bring a smile of satisfaction to all lovers of links golf.
Stay&Play at Prince's: excellent onsite Lodge accommodation available
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