Susten · Switzerland · Valais
Links Leuk Golf Resort
Links Leuk Course
A rare Swiss course inspired by links golf. Located in Susten, in the Valais region, this course offers an inland interpretation of links, featuring strategic width and firm ground. It should be presented not merely as a destination, but as a unique Swiss golf experience, complete with its history, architectural choices, relationship with the landscape, and the decisions it demands from the player. The Round selects Links Leuk Course because it belongs on the personal list of courses that absolutely must be played or have been played.
links · 18 holes · Par 72 · 6,180 m
At a glance
A rare Swiss course inspired by links golf. Located in Susten, in the Valais region, this course offers an inland interpretation of links, featuring strategic width and firm ground. It should be presented not merely as a destination, but as a unique Swiss golf experience, complete with its history, architectural choices, relationship with the landscape, and the decisions it demands from the player. The Round selects Links Leuk Course because it belongs on the personal list of courses that absolutely must be played or have been played.
Geography & setting
Links Leuk Course is situated in Susten, in the Valais region of Switzerland. The course unfolds within an inland interpretation of links, characterized by strategic width and firm ground. This geographical understanding should be supplemented by details on the exact 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. Rare parcours suisse inspiré des links.
Architecture
The course utilizes an inland links-style environment to orchestrate angles, hazards, and approaches to the greens.
The course in detail
The course comprises 18 holes, plays to a par of 72, and measures approximately 6180 meters from the championship tees.
Practical information
- Official website
- www.golfleuk.ch/