Akureyri Golf Course
Play where the earth touches the sky: Jadar, jewel of Arctic golf
Discover the Akureyri Golf Club, nestled in theJadar Farm, at the head of the long Eyjafjörður fjord, in the north-east of Iceland. Recognized by theRoyal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews as the northest 18-hole course in the world (located at 65°49' north latitude), this course offers a unique golfing experienceunder the lights of the Arctic summer. Founded in 1935, making it the second oldest club in Iceland, it took up residence in Jadar in 1970. The current course developed in two stages: the first 9 holes, designed by Magnus Gudmundsson, opened in 1970, followed by the additional 9 holes added in 1980 with the participation of Gunnar Thordarson, to form a complete 18 holes.
Région de Nordurland Eystra
· Number of holes: 18
· BY: 71
· Length: 6,006 meters
· Year opened: 1970
· Type: Championship course
· Slope: 141
The journey & its history
Jaðarsvöllur is distinguished by its moorland appearance, where a par 71line winds around and over broad ridges, punctuated by small groves of trees and rock outcrops. These natural features are ingeniously integrated into the game, often serving as starting sites. With a length exceeding 6,000 meters, the course offers a championship challenge in a wild natural setting, far from any urban development, with spectacular views of the surrounding countryside. The club is known worldwide for hosting the Arctic Open every year, a tournament played during the summer solstice, allowing play until the middle of the night thanks to the midnight sun, and even having had winter editions with black balls on the snow.
Infrastructure & Services
Le club est mondialement connu pour accueillir chaque année l'Arctic Open, un tournoi disputé lors du solstice d'été, permettant de jouer jusqu'au milieu de la nuit grâce au soleil de minuit, et ayant même connu des éditions hivernales avec des balles noires sur la neige.
