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Oslo Region, Norway
Oslo Golf Club
Norway's oldest golf club, founded in 1924 and set in the parkland grounds of the Bogstad estate north of Oslo.
Course overview
Oslo Golf Club was founded in 1924 and is Norway's oldest golf club, occupying the mature parkland grounds of the historic Bogstad estate on the western shore of Bogstadvannet lake. The course winds through avenues of established trees in a protected cultural landscape, combining natural forest character with a traditional private-club atmosphere. Its long heritage and proximity to the capital make it the benchmark against which Norwegian golf is measured.
The essentials
- Type
- Parkland
- Location
- Akershus, Norway
Character & atmosphere
A mature, tree-lined parkland with a calm, traditional atmosphere. The established woodland setting and natural lake surroundings give the course a peaceful, unhurried character that contrasts with Oslo's urban accessibility.
Highlights
Why play here
- A challenging round for golfers who enjoy a proper test.
Practical guidance
Plan your visit
How to get there
Oslo Gardermoen is the main international airport. The drive to Bogstad via the E6 and Ring Road takes around 30 minutes. The Airport Express train to Oslo Central and then a short taxi ride is the practical car-free route.
Where to stay
Oslo is the most compact of the Scandinavian capitals and a natural base for Norwegian golf. Oslo Golf Club at Bogstad is one of Scandinavia's oldest clubs, and the city's museums, harbour, and waterfront districts offer a rich alternative programme for days off the course.
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