Fancy a round of golf now that spring’s here. Well you’ve come to the right place. Østfold’s got many greens, so you’re bound to find one that suits you, whether you’re a seasoned player or a new beginner. Here are some of the options:
- Borregaard Golfklubb: Established in 1927, this is one of Norway’s oldest greens, with 9 holes, and an ideal location by the Glomma River. Hagebyveien 52, Sarpsborg. Tel: 69 12 15 00, www.borregaardgk.no
- Skjeberg Golfklubb: One of Norway’s best kept courses, established in 1986. 18 holes by Isesjoen. Off Rv111 (Iseveien) in Sarpsborg. Tel: 69 13 91 00, www.skjeberg-golfklubb.no
- Øya Golfpark: Pay and play, ideal for beginners, 18 holes. Nordbyveien 210, Sarpsborg. Tel: 69 14 95 50, www.oyagolfpark.no
- Østfold Golfsenter: Scandinavia’s largest indoor golf centre. Industriveien, Sarpsborg. Tel: 69 15 60 40, www.golf-senter.no (indoors)
- Evje Golfpark: One of the best golf courses in Norway. Evjetangen 15, Dilling. Tel: 69 26 27 00, www.evjegolf.no
- Onsøy Golfklubb & Golfbane: An 18-hole course of international standard through woods and parkland. Clubhouse and restaurant. Golf tuition arranged. Open all year round, closed Mondays. Golfsvingen 1, Manstad. Tel. 69 33 91 50, www.onsoygk.no
- Hvaler Golfbane, Skjærhalden: On the island of Kirkøy, 9 holes. After driving through the tunnel, take it left past Hvaler Church on Rv 501 towards Sandbrekke Gjestegård. Tel: 90 95 99 00, www.hvalergk.no
- Fredriksten Golfpark: 18 holes within the grounds of the Halden Fortress. Iddeveien 35. Tel: 69 17 65 56, www.haldengk.no
- Askim Golfpark: Two 9 hole-greens, one of which is pay and play, on a varied terrain. Trøgstadveien 67. Tel: 69 88 26 66, www.askimgolf.no
- Mørk Golf: Green card required, 18 holes, 9 holes and a 6-hole green for kids. Mørkveien 797, Spydeberg. Tel: 69 83 33 30, www.morkgolf.no
Unfortunately none of the above websites are in English, but most Norwegian speak good English, so if you ring you should be able to book tee time over the phone.