Leading Countries

Golf Courses in Mainland Europe

Discover Europe's premier golfing destinations

Golf in Numbers

Key Figures

4,700+
Golf Courses
12%
Of World's Courses
90%
Countries With Courses

Regional Breakdown

Germany

R&A (2019–2021)~1,050

Germany leads Mainland Europe with over 1,000 golf courses, offering a mix of traditional and modern layouts across its diverse landscapes.

France

R&A (2019–2021)~800–810

France boasts around 800 courses, from coastal links to vineyard-surrounded fairways, making it a top golfing destination.

Sweden

R&A (2019–2021)~650–660

Sweden's 650+ courses are known for their scenic beauty and accessibility, with a strong golfing culture in Scandinavia.

Spain

R&A (2019–2021)~490–500

Spain's nearly 500 courses, particularly along the Costa del Sol, attract golfers with sunny climates and world-class resorts.

Netherlands

R&A (2019–2021)~330–350

The Netherlands offers 330–350 courses, blending traditional links with innovative designs in its flat terrain.

Denmark

R&A (2019–2021)~340–350

Denmark's 340–350 courses provide a mix of coastal and inland layouts, popular among Nordic golfers.

Italy

R&A (2019–2021)~310–320

Italy's 310–320 courses combine historic venues with scenic Mediterranean settings, appealing to tourists and locals.

Austria

R&A (2019–2021)~200

Austria's 200 courses are nestled in Alpine regions, offering challenging layouts and stunning views.

Finland

R&A (2019–2021)~190

Finland's 190 courses thrive in its short golfing season, featuring unique northern landscapes.

Norway

R&A (2019–2021)~190

Norway's 190 courses, often set against fjords and mountains, provide a dramatic golfing experience.

Notes on the Data

  • Figures may refer to distinct courses, facilities (with multiple courses), or affiliated clubs, leading to variations in counts.
  • Data excludes island nations (e.g., UK, Ireland, Iceland, Cyprus, Malta) to focus on Mainland Europe.
  • Course numbers fluctuate due to openings and closures; the data reflects estimates from 2019–2021.
  • Smaller nations (e.g., Belgium, Portugal) are not listed but contribute to the total course count.

Data Sources

R&A Reports

Data from 2019–2021 provides estimates for major golfing nations in Mainland Europe, totaling approximately 4,500–4,700 courses.

European Golf Association

Supports R&A data, estimating around 4,500 courses across Mainland Europe, with Germany and France leading.

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