Ærø Golf Klub: Coastal Fairways, Nordic Heritage
Distinctive links course on Ærø’s northwest cape, blending historic lighthouse views, Nordic coastlines, and a classic Danish golfing challenge.
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Ærø Golf Klub offers a unique golfing experience framed by wild North Sea panoramas and rocky coastline. Located at Ærø’s scenic northwest tip near the Skjoldnæs lighthouse, this course immerses golfers in the island’s maritime atmosphere while showcasing Ærø’s tranquil beauty. Both seasoned golfers and newcomers are welcomed to play amidst ancient stone dykes, rolling greens, and the soundtrack of seabirds, all while soaking up vast North Sea views.
A brief summary to Ærø Golf Klub
- Skjoldnæsvej 8, Søby, 5985, DK
- +4521458863
- Visit website
- Monday 8 am-4 pm
- Tuesday 8 am-4 pm
- Wednesday 8 am-4 pm
- Thursday 8 am-4 pm
- Friday 8 am-4 pm
- Saturday 8 am-4 pm
- Sunday 8 am-4 pm
Local tips
- Bring windproof layers—the exposed position makes for breezy, sometimes brisk rounds even in summer.
- Non-golfers are welcome to enjoy the scenic footpaths that ring the course and lighthouse.
- Look for discounts on late afternoon (twilight) play, especially outside peak summer.
- Short on gear? The club offers club and cart rentals; best to call ahead in high season.
- Check the clubhouse café for homemade Danish cake and local Ærø specialties.
Discover more about Ærø Golf Klub
Set dramatically atop the rugged cliffs of the island’s northwestern point, Ærø Golf Klub is no ordinary golf destination. Its 18-hole links course is wrapped in the wild embrace of the North Sea, offering golfers continual views of open water, distant sailboats, and Schleswig’s low-lying horizon. This is Denmark’s only golf course that encircles a historic lighthouse—Skjoldnæs Fyr—which has guided sailors safely since 1881. The club’s setting is both windswept and tranquil, sitting on rolling historic pastureland once grazed by sheep, now mowed to emerald perfection, dotted with ancient field stones and nodding wildflowers in late spring.
What draws enthusiasts here, beyond the captivating environment, is the course’s authentic links layout—rare in Denmark. Golfers play amidst gorse, waving grass, and unpredictable coastal winds, ensuring that every round is different. The club is welcoming to visitors and offers equipment rental and a relaxed, friendly clubhouse with expansive views. Non-golfers will also find this corner of Ærø worth the journey: even walking the edge of the course reveals panoramic land-and-seascapes, fresh salt air, and a peacefulness broken only by birdsong or the far-off call of a ferry.
Practicalities include a modest green fee for guests, typically with both day rates and discounts for twilight play. The course is generally open year-round, but the best conditions are in the late spring through early autumn. Spikes are recommendable due to exposed, occasionally damp turf. Parking is ample near the clubhouse, but public transport options become sparse at this remote tip of the island. The club also occasionally hosts tournaments and themed golf events for visiting groups.
