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Kristianstads Golfklubb & Destination

East Course

East Course holds an important place in the golf history of Skåne.

heathland · 18 holes · Par 72 · 6,400 m · 1924
At a glance
The East Course holds a significant position in Skåne golf, a modernized sandy and pine-lined course designed with ambition. Situated in Åhus, in the Skåne region, this course unfolds across sandy heathland characterized by heather, pines, and natural bunkers, complemented by wooded terrain where precision off the tee is paramount. It should be presented not merely as a destination, but as a unique Swedish golfing experience, defined by its history, architectural choices, relationship with the landscape, and the strategic decisions it demands from the player. The Round selects the East Course for its architectural, historical, or territorial value within the World Golf Atlas. The East Course is located in Åhus, in the Skåne region of Sweden. The course evolves across sandy heathland structured by heather, pines, and natural bunkers, complemented by wooded terrain where precision off the tee is crucial. This geographical understanding must be supplemented by details of the precise soil type, altitude, prevailing exposure, winds, vegetation, visible landscapes, and the influence of the seasons on playing conditions.
History
Un parcours de sable et de pins modernisé avec ambition.
Architecture
The course utilizes its heathland/woodland environment to shape angles, hazards, and approaches to the greens. The course features 18 holes, playing to a par of 72, and measures approximately 6400 meters from the championship tees.
Practical information
Official website
www.kristianstadsgk.com/