Iceland Travel Guide
Golf in Iceland
Play under the midnight sun · 65+ courses · Lava fields & fjord views
Midnight Golf — Tee Off at 11pm
Iceland's long summer nights make midnight golf one of the country's most unique experiences. From late May through July, the sun barely dips below the horizon — giving golfers natural daylight around the clock.
When to Play
- Sun barely sets. Midnight rounds in full daylight.
- July — Excellent. Still bright until 11–12pm.
- ~May & August — Late evening rounds possible, twilight rather than full midnight sun.
The Arctic Open
Akureyri Golf Club hosts the legendary Arctic Open every year in late June — an internationally recognised tournament where players tee off at 10pm and complete their round after midnight, entirely under natural light.
Founded in 1986, the Arctic Open attracts golfers from around the world who want to experience playing under the midnight sun at 65.7° North latitude.
Midnight Golf Tip
Most Icelandic golf clubs allow you to book tee times in the evening throughout summer. Akureyri and Ness Golf Club are the most famous for midnight rounds, but almost any course works from late May to late July.
Did You Know?
Iceland has over 65 golf courses for a population of just 380,000 — one of the highest ratios of golf courses per capita in the world.
In June and July, the sun never fully sets in Iceland. Golfers at Akureyri can tee off at midnight under natural daylight.
The Arctic Open in Akureyri has been played under the midnight sun since 1986 — players tee off at 10pm and finish after midnight.
The Westman Islands Golf Club was partially buried by lava during the 1973 volcanic eruption. The course was rebuilt right next to the solidified lava flow.
Ness Golf Club was founded in 1934 — one of the oldest golf clubs in the Nordic countries.
Puffins are a genuine hazard at the Westman Islands Golf Club — they nest in burrows along the cliff-top fairways and occasionally wander across the greens.
9 Golf Courses in Iceland
From the oldest club to volcanic island fairways — Iceland's most remarkable courses.
昂德瓦德桑内斯高尔夫球场
昂德瓦德桑内斯高尔夫球场坐落在冰岛南部连绵起伏的绿色山丘中，提供宁静的高尔夫体验。郁郁葱葱的球道，在广阔而多变的天空下，一直延伸到远处的山丘。在这里，高尔夫的挑战与冰岛乡村的宁静完美融合。
内斯高尔夫俱乐部 — 雷克雅未克
内斯高尔夫俱乐部坐落于伸入大西洋的翠绿半岛上，提供令人难忘的18洞高尔夫体验。您可在充满挑战的球道、独特的沙坑之间挥杆，同时尽览深蓝色海洋、远山和迷人灯塔的壮丽全景，所有这一切都在广阔的冰岛天幕下展开。
阿克雷里高尔夫俱乐部——北极公开赛
阿克雷里高尔夫俱乐部是地球上最非凡的高尔夫目的地之一，位于北纬65.5度，北极圈之上。这个18洞球场坐落在冰岛第二大城市阿克雷里上方的陡峭山坡上，每个球洞都能欣赏到埃亚峡湾（冰岛最长的峡湾）令人惊叹的景色，以及远处的城市和山脉，正如图像中所示。在午夜阳光下的持续白昼中打球是一种独一无二的体验，也是高尔夫爱好者梦寐以求的经历。
韦斯特曼群岛高尔夫俱乐部
在赫马岛体验无与伦比的高尔夫，郁郁葱葱的果岭与高耸的海崖和古老熔岩流的原始美景交相辉映。这个18洞球场提供令人惊叹的景色，雄伟的绿色山脉在广阔的蓝天下戏剧性地升起，让每一次挥杆都成为难忘的记忆。
格拉法霍尔特高尔夫球场 — 雷克雅未克
格拉法霍尔特高尔夫球场是雷克雅未克东部的18洞锦标赛球场，可360度俯瞰埃夏山、城市天际线和大西洋。冰岛多变的海风为球场增添了额外挑战。
基利尔高尔夫俱乐部 — 哈夫纳尔菲约杜尔
基利尔高尔夫俱乐部以地平线上标志性的圆锥形山峰基利尔命名，18洞球道穿越古老的熔岩地，黑色岩石与翠绿球道形成鲜明对比，极具冰岛特色。
科帕高尔夫俱乐部 — 科帕沃于尔
科帕高尔夫俱乐部位于科帕沃于尔，是首都地区最容易前往的高尔夫球场之一，18洞球道适合各级别球手，家庭友好，是游览雷克雅未克期间打球的理想选择。
布劳塔霍尔特高尔夫球场 — 雷克雅未克
布劳塔霍尔特高尔夫球场是雷克雅未克市中心最便利的高尔夫球场，9洞设计紧凑，适合初学者和家庭，无需预约即可随时打球。
加尔达拜尔高尔夫俱乐部
加尔达拜尔高尔夫俱乐部位于雷克雅未克郊外宁静的加尔达拜尔小镇，18洞球道维护精良，可远眺埃夏山，是首都地区性价比最高的高尔夫选择之一。
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Book a Golf Experience in Iceland
Tee off under the midnight sun with a local guide. Golf packages, transfers and equipment rental available.
Map of Golf Courses
Most courses are clustered around Reykjavík, with notable courses in Akureyri and the Westman Islands.
️ Practical Information
Golf Season
The main season runs from May to October. Most courses close in winter due to frost. June and July are peak season for midnight golf.
Equipment Rental
Most Icelandic golf clubs offer club rental for visitors. Call ahead to reserve. Trolleys and pull carts are widely available.
Green Fees
Green fees typically range from ISK 6,000–12,000 (€40–80) for 18 holes. Members of affiliated clubs may receive discounts.
Weather
Icelandic weather is unpredictable. Always bring a waterproof jacket regardless of the forecast. Wind can dramatically affect play.
Getting There
Most Capital Region courses are 15–30 minutes from central Reykjavík by car. Akureyri is a 45-minute flight or 5-hour drive from Reykjavík.
Booking
Book tee times directly through each club's website. Summer weekends fill up fast — reserve 1–2 weeks ahead during peak season.
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