Golf Club Thunersee, Golf course in Thun, Switzerland
Golf Club Thunersee is a nine-hole course stretching about 2120 meters across undulating terrain with water hazards positioned throughout the layout. The design incorporates the surrounding alpine peaks as a natural backdrop to the playing area.
The facility opened in 1998 as a result of collaboration between designer Jeff Howes and Golfdesign Ireland, establishing organized golf in the Thun area. This marked an important milestone in bringing a professional-standard course to the region.
The club serves as a gathering place for golfers in the region and has become part of the local sporting community over the decades. Its layout weaves together the sport with views of surrounding peaks, creating a connection between recreation and the natural landscape.
The facility offers 16 covered tee areas suitable for both right and left-handed golfers, plus practice greens and an 18-hole putting course with sand and water features. Players should prepare for changing elevation and wind conditions due to the mountain location.
A 2015 renovation modified eight holes with smaller sand bunkers and more complex green designs to increase technical difficulty. These changes made several holes noticeably more challenging compared to the original layout.
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