Spa · Belgium · Liege
Royal Golf Club des Fagnes
Les Fagnes Course holds a recognized position within Liège golf. A historic course in the Hautes Fagnes region. Located in Spa, in the Liège region, this course is set within sandy heathland characterized by heather, pines, and natural bunkers, complemented by wooded terrain where precision from the tee is paramount. It should be presented not merely as a destination, but as a unique golf experience in Belgium, with its history, architectural choices, relationship to the landscape, and the decisions it imposes on the player. The Round selects Les Fagnes Course for its architectural, historical, sporting, or territorial value.
heathland · 18 holes · Par 72 · 6,040 m · 1930
ArchitectTom Simpson
At a glance
A grand Ardennes heathland course. Located in Spa, in the Liege region, this course is set within sandy heathland characterized by heather, pine trees, and natural bunkers, complemented by wooded terrain where precision from the tee is paramount. It should be presented not merely as a destination, but as a unique Belgian golf experience, with its history, architectural choices, relationship to the landscape, and the decisions it demands of the player.
Championship Course is located in Spa, in the Liege region, Belgium. The course unfolds across sandy heathland, structured by heather, pine trees, and natural bunkers, further enhanced by wooded sections where precision from the tee is crucial. This geographical understanding should be supplemented by the exact nature of the soil, altitude, dominant exposure, winds, vegetation, visible landscapes, and the influence of seasons on playing conditions.
Geography & setting
Les Fagnes Course is located in Spa, in the Liège region of Belgium. The course unfolds within sandy heathland characterized by heather, pines, and natural bunkers, complemented by wooded terrain where precision from the tee is paramount. This geographical understanding should be supplemented by details on the exact nature of the soils, altitude, prevailing exposure, winds, vegetation, visible landscapes, and the influence of seasons on playing conditions.
History
Un parcours historique dans les Hautes Fagnes.
Architecture
The course utilizes a heathland/woodland environment to define angles, hazards, and approaches to the greens.
The course features 18 holes, a par 72, and measures approximately 6040 meters from the championship tees. The course uses a heathland/woodland environment to organize angles, obstacles, and green attacks.
The course in detail
The course features 18 holes, a par 72, and measures approximately 6100 meters from the championship tees. The course utilizes its heathland/woodland environment to shape angles, obstacles, and approaches to the greens.
Practical information
- Official website
- www.golfdespa.be/