Ankerveien 127,
nr Røa, Oslo N-0766
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+47 22 510 560Pro shop
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Stephen Newey (Head Golf Professional)The Course:
18 holes. Open and tree-lined parkland. Gently undulating terrain - easy to walk.
Surroundings:
Woodland and lakeside (Lake Bogstadvannet).
Designer:
Original layout designed by Norwegian Ragnar Halle; significant redesign by Arthur Hills/Steve Forrest & Associates (2008; lead designer Steve Forrest).
59.962437
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1.5 km N of Røa / 9 km NW of Oslo centre.
Oslo Golfklubb, beautifully situated around the Bogstad Lake, is home to one of Norway's well-rated championship courses. This tree-lined and open parkland layout should not disappoint, with many attractive features and several excellent holes to enjoy. Plenty of golfing challenge and usually good upkeep contribute to the appeal of this well-crafted and pleasantly testing design. One to include on your play list if you are in the area.
Visitors welcome on weekdays (before 3pm) and weekends (after 1pm) during the golf season. In July at any time.
Must book in advance. Proof of handicap required. Maximum handicap: men 28, women 32.
Credit cards accepted. Contact club for full details, discounts, packages, etc. [Last updated: 2019].
Players generally walk this course. Golf carts available for hire (if pre-booked).
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The oldest golf club in Norway, which originally opened in 1924 as Kristiana Golf Club, but in 1925 changed to Oslo GC. | Oslo Golfklubb has hosted several top level tournaments including a Ladies European Tour event (see our Tournaments section >by Venue >Oslo GC).
Norway: 4th best course in Norway (Golf Digest, 2020).
Europe: 55th best course in Europe (excl Britain & Ireland) (Golf World, 2019).
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