Hafnarfjörður · Iceland · Capital Region
Golfklúbbur Keilir
Hvaleyrarvöllur Course
Nine holes wind through a lava field near Reykjavik. Located in Hafnarfjörður, in the Capital Region, this course is set within a lava-type terrain, complemented by a coastal environment exposed to sea winds. It should be presented not merely as a destination, but as a golfing experience unique to Iceland, with its history, architectural choices, relationship with the landscape, and the decisions it demands of the player. The Round selects Hvaleyrarvöllur Course because it belongs to the personal list of courses played or absolutely to be played.
parkland · 18 holes · Par 71 · 5,900 m
At a glance
Nine holes wind through a lava field near Reykjavik. Located in Hafnarfjörður, in the Capital Region, this course is set within a lava-type terrain, complemented by a coastal environment exposed to sea winds. It should be presented not merely as a destination, but as a golfing experience unique to Iceland, with its history, architectural choices, relationship with the landscape, and the decisions it demands of the player. The Round selects Hvaleyrarvöllur Course because it belongs to the personal list of courses played or absolutely to be played.
Geography & setting
Hvaleyrarvöllur Course is located in Hafnarfjörður, in the Capital Region of Iceland. The course unfolds across a lava-type terrain, complemented by a coastal environment subject to sea winds. This geographical overview should be further detailed with the precise nature of the soil, altitude, prevailing exposure, winds, vegetation, visible landscapes, and the influence of seasons on playing conditions.
History
This course is included in The Round Atlas as a personally played or priority course. Neuf trous traversent un champ de lave près de Reykjavik.
The course in detail
The course comprises 18 holes, with a par of 71, and measures approximately 5900 meters from the reference markers. The course utilizes a lava/coastal environment to dictate angles, hazards, and approaches to the greens.
Practical information
- Official website
- www.keilir.is/