Golf courses in South Tyrol
Play golf amidst the Dolomites, vineyards and Mediterranean landscapes: South Tyrol’s golf courses range from challenging 18-hole courses to 9-hole courses and practice facilities. In total, South Tyrol has eight major golf clubs as well as a number of smaller courses at various altitudes – from the mild climate of the Meran region to golf courses in the Dolomites at over 1,500 metres above sea level.
The various regions combine challenging fairways with stunning natural scenery and long golfing seasons stretching from spring to autumn. Whether it’s the golf courses near Meran, the golf clubs around Bozen, or the alpine courses in Pustertal and the Dolomites: each region offers its own unique features to suit different levels of play and course preferences, ensuring a successful golfing holiday.
What golf courses are there in South Tyrol?
Awaiting keen golfers in South Tyrol are three 18-hole courses, five 9-holte courses, and several short courses and practice areas.
UnsplashSouth Tyrol offers three 18-hole golf courses and five 9-hole courses, set in various landscapes and at different altitudes. The offering is complemented by several driving ranges, short-game areas and practice facilities. The combination of Mediterranean-style courses in the valley and alpine courses at higher altitudes makes for a particularly varied experience.
Whilst some golf courses are open as early as March, courses at altitudes of over 1,200 metres ensure pleasant conditions on the fairways even in summer. The golf courses in South Tyrol differ in terms of, among other things:
- altitude and climate
- course architecture and terrain
- level of difficulty
- panoramic views and landscape
- location near well-known holiday resorts
Golf courses near Meran
The 9-hole gold course below the ruin Brandis Castle is surrounded by fruit orchards and offers a restaurant with sun terrace too.
Lana Golf GmbHSome of South Tyrol’s best-known golf courses are located around Meran. The mild climate ensures a long golfing season here and makes the region particularly attractive in spring and autumn. Set among apple orchards, vineyards and alpine mountain scenery, various courses await, each offering different challenges.
The golf course in Lana is one of the flatter courses in South Tyrol and is also suitable for relaxed rounds of golf and beginners. The Passeier.Meran Golf Club in the Passeiertal valley, on the other hand, offers a much more challenging experience with water hazards, longer fairways and varied course design.
Golf clubs around Meran:
- GC Lana – golf course in Lana
- GC Passeier.Meran – golf course in St. Leonhard in Passeier
- GC Quellenhof – golf course in St. Martin in Passeier
Golf courses near Bozen
Golfclub Petersberg - Many of our partner hotels offer guests great and tempting offers for golf's holidays.
Golf Club PetersbergThere is also a wide variety of golfing opportunities around Bozen. The region combines Mediterranean influences with alpine scenery, ranging from courses along the South Tyrolean Wine Route to higher-altitude courses with views of the Dolomites.
The 18-hole golf course in Petersberg lies at an altitude of around 1,200 metres and is one of the best known in South Tyrol. The Carezza Golf Club at the Karer Pass, on the other hand, is one of the highest-altitude golf courses in the region and offers technically challenging fairways in alpine terrain.
The Eppan Golf Club “The Blue Monster” is particularly renowned for its water features, including small lakes and natural fairways. The range of facilities is complemented by the Schloss Freudenstein Training Centre in Eppan and the Dolomiti Golf Club. The latter is no longer in South Tyrol but just across the border in Trentino and can be reached from Bozen in around an hour.
Golf clubs around Bozen:
- GC Eppan – golf course in Eppan
- Schloss Freudenstein training centre in Eppan
- GC Carezza – golf course at the Karer Pass
- GC Petersberg – golf course in Petersberg
- Dolomiti Golf Club – golf course in Sarnonico
Golf courses in the Dolomites
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Golfclub PustertalGolfing in the Dolomites combines sporting challenges with breathtaking panoramic views. Several golf courses are situated in the heart of well-known mountain regions and offer pleasant temperatures even in the height of summer.
Particularly well-known are the St. Vigil-Seis Golf Club below the Seiser Alm and the Alta Badia Golf Club near Corvara. Whilst the golf course in Seis boasts a varied 18-hole course, Alta Badia is one of the highest-altitude golf courses in the Alps. The Pustertal Golf Club in Reischach, at the foot of Kronplatz, also combines alpine scenery with varied fairways.
Golf clubs in the Dolomites:
- GC St. Vigil-Seis – golf course in Seis/Kastelruth
- Alta Badia GC – golf course in Corvara
- GC Pustertal – golf course in Reischach/Bruneck
Frequently asked questions
What golf courses are there in South Tyrol?
There are eight golf clubs in South Tyrol, comprising three 18-hole and five 9-hole courses. The courses are spread across various regions – from Meran and Bozen to the Dolomites and the Pustertal valley.
Where are the golf courses near Meran?
Golf courses around Meran are located in Lana and Passeiertal, amongst other places. The region is particularly well known for its long golfing season and mild climate.
Are there any 18-hole golf courses in South Tyrol?
Yes, several golf clubs in South Tyrol have 18-hole courses – including GC Passeier.Merano, GC Petersberg and GC St. Vigil-Seis.
Which golf course in South Tyrol is situated at a particularly high altitude?
The Carezza Golf Club on the Karer Pass, situated in the Dolomites, is one of South Tyrol’s highest-altitude golf courses and offers challenging fairways in an alpine setting.
When is the best time to play golf in South Tyrol?
Depending on the altitude, the golf season in South Tyrol usually runs from March or April until late autumn. The months from April to October are particularly popular.
