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Andermatt Swiss Alps Golf Course
Andermatt Swiss Alps Course
The Andermatt Swiss Alps Course belongs to Uri's golfing heritage and reflects the evolution of golf around Andermatt. Located in Andermatt, in the Uri region, this course is set in an alpine links-style landscape. It should be presented not merely as a destination, but as a golfing experience unique to Switzerland, with its history, architectural choices, relationship with the landscape, and the decisions it demands of the player. The Round selects Andermatt Swiss Alps Course for the singularity of its architecture, its history, and its territory.
links · 18 holes · Par 72 · 6,340 m · 2014
At a glance
The Andermatt Swiss Alps Course belongs to Uri's golfing heritage and reflects the evolution of golf around Andermatt. Located in Andermatt, in the Uri region, this course is set in an alpine links-style landscape. It should be presented not merely as a destination, but as a golfing experience unique to Switzerland, with its history, architectural choices, relationship with the landscape, and the decisions it demands of the player. The Round selects Andermatt Swiss Alps Course for the singularity of its architecture, its history, and its territory.
Geography & setting
The Andermatt Swiss Alps Course is located in Andermatt, in the Uri region of Switzerland. The course unfolds in an alpine links-style terrain. This geographical overview should be complemented by details on the exact soil composition, altitude, dominant exposure, winds, vegetation, visible landscapes, and the influence of seasons on playing conditions.
History
Officially opened in 2016, the course was designed by Kurt Rossknecht to tournament standards under strict environmental conditions.
Architecture
The par-72 layout measures 6,334 metres across 1. 3 million square metres at 1,444 metres above sea level, using rivers, wetlands, open fairways and natural bunkering.
The course in detail
The course features 18 holes, with a par of 72, and measures approximately 6340 meters from the championship tees. The course utilizes its alpine links-style environment to define angles, hazards, and approaches to the greens.
Club experience
The course forms part of the wider Andermatt Swiss Alps hotel and residential destination.
Practical information
- Official website
- www.andermatt-swissalps.ch/en/golf