Golf Courses in Turku
Aura Golf
Located in the Ruissalo nature park area, this championship-level golf course hosted the European Amateur Golf Competition in 1994, and the European Championship Competition in 1997. The unique area framed by oak trees provides a perfect setting for a game of golf.
• Driving instructions: 9 km from city centre to Ruissalo. Follow the Camping-signs.
Harjattula Golf & Country Club
The Harjattula Golf Course is an 18-hole championship-level course located on varying terrain. The length of the club tee is 5,885 metres. In the driving range, there are areas for long shots, pitching, chipping and putting. The restaurant serves alcoholic beverages and has a pro-shop. Accommodations are available at the Harjattula Manor and the adjoining cottages; there is also a boat harbour.
• Driving instructions: Located approximately 22 kilometres from Turku city centre at the end of the Kakskerta island off the seashore.
Hirvensalon Golf - Pay & Play
Everyman´s golf course - Pay & Play - in Hirvensalo near Turku downtown! 16-hole colf course for the whole family. No greencard nor a membership necessary! Vanha Kakskerrantie (Syvälahdentie, 20900 Turku
Golf Courses in the Surrounding Areas
Archipelagia Golf Club, Parainen / Tel. +358 (0)2 4582001
The Archipelagia Golf Club, ArGC, was founded in 1980, and the first nine holes were built in 1988. In 2000, nine more holes were built, and nowadays it is a full-length 18-hole golf course. Designed by architect Kosti Kuronen, the course is both challenging and variable. Due to its location in the south of the archipelago, it offers one of the longest playing seasons in Finland.
• Driving instructions: Take the Archipelago Road to Parainen, approximately 25 km from Turku. Follow the signs before arriving at Parainen.
Aurinko Golf, Vengantie 58, Naantali
Tel. +358 (0)20 7545900
A new golf course that suits the needs of pros as well as those new to the game. A full-length course and a practise course have both been built in the valuable natural and cultural landscape of the Venga estate north of Naantali. The Aurinko Golf Course in Naantali will see several different competitions and events as soon as in the summer of 2006.
• Driving instructions: From Turku to Naantali; turn to Vantontie and drive on to Maskuntie.
Bjärkas Golf, Västanfjärdintie 655, 25840 Nivelax
Tel. +358 (0)440 184653
Bjärkas golf is situated in Västanfjärd, on the beautiful Kimito island. If you are a first timer or an advanced player, junior or senior, here you will find your own place on our picturesque golfcourse. Our golfseason starts in April and ends in November.
Kultaranta Golf, Särkänsalmentie 178, Naantali
Jouni Kankaanpää, Host, mobile Tel. +358 (0)40 5583158
Loimijoki Golf, Ypäjä
A golf club operating in the Loimaa/Forssa economic region, Loimijoki Golf has been a member of the Finnish Golf Federation since 1991. Loimijoki Golf's home course is at Ypäjä, by the Loimijoki-River. The course has 18 holes, a driving range and a range for lag putt. The course has been finished in terms of basic construction, but is undergoing further development. There is a restaurant and a pro-shop in the club house.
• Driving instructions: 3 km from the Ypäjä church.
Meri-Teijo Golf, Teijo / Tel. +358 (0)2 7363955
A course in a beautiful natural setting in a valley by a stream near the ocean. A long but generous course with a lot of fairway and not much rough. The course is in good condition from early spring until late fall, and has the longest season of all the golf courses in Finland. Designed by Jan Söderholm and Pekka Sivula, the Meri-Teijo golf course has 18 holes. Since the course offers the opportunity to get a green card, beginners are welcome as well. If you like, you may take a training course in golf as well.
• Driving instructions: From Turku to Salo, and onward to Perniö and Teijo, total distance 25 km.
Salo Golf, Salo / Tel. +358 (0)2 7317321, 7338553
Salo Golf has a park-like course, where the fairways are located on sandy ground. The sand traps and water hazards on the course require a lot of concentration from the player. Practice opportunities include a range, putt, pitching green, and a par-3 course. There is a pro-shop, a restaurant serving alcoholic beverages, and a sauna with showers.
• Driving instructions: Salo sports park, near the town centre.
Wiurila Golf & Country Club, Halikko
Tel. +358 (0)2 7278100
The Wiurila Golf & Country Club surrounds buildings designed by the architect C.L. Engel in a 92-hectare area of great natural beauty. There is also a large driving range in the area, as well as practice greens and bunkers, which are open to all. Players can enjoy the hilly and variable terrain, as well as the beautiful manorial milieu. The lush and species-rich tree stand provides golf players an opportunity to enjoy nature as well.
• Driving instructions: Wiurila Golf & Country Club is located at Halikko, on the grounds of the Wiurila and Vuorentaa manors, 5 km before Salo when driving on Route 1 from Turku.
