
Blå-Röd Course
Finspångs Golfklubb
About this course
Finspångs Golfklubb's Blå-Röd course combines design work from three Swedish architects across different eras. Peter Chamberlain, Nils Sköld, and Sune Linde each contributed to the layout, reflecting the club's evolution over time. The course sits in Östergötland, a region of south-central Sweden characterized by mixed forest, agricultural land, and gently rolling terrain typical of the Swedish lowlands. Finspång itself is a small industrial town with deep roots in ironworks history, and the surrounding landscape retains a pastoral quality. The routing makes use of the natural topography, moving through stands of pine and deciduous trees with fairways that follow the contours of the land. Water features and elevation changes provide variety, though the course remains walkable and accessible to a range of skill levels. The design philosophy emphasizes playability while preserving the character of the Swedish countryside, with strategic bunkering and green complexes that reward thoughtful course management. Finspångs Golfklubb serves a regional membership and welcomes visitors exploring golf in Östergötland. The club maintains traditional Swedish golf club values, offering a relaxed atmosphere and straightforward amenities. The Blå-Röd combination represents one of the playing options available at the facility, providing a complete round that showcases the collaborative design work and the natural setting of this part of Sweden.
Quick facts
- Location
- Finspång, Östergötland, SE
- Access
- Public
- Designer(s)
- Nils Sköld, Peter Chamberlain., Sune Linde
- Year built
- 1990
- Holes
- 18
- Par
- 71
Getting there
The journey to Finspångs Golfklubb most naturally begins at Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), roughly two hours southwest by car through the forested heartland of Östergötland. The drive traces a quiet descent from the capital's orbit into Sweden's industrial heritage country, where the landscape softens into rolling farmland and dense pine stands punctuated by the occasional manor estate. As you approach Finspång itself - a town shaped by centuries of metalworking tradition - the final kilometers wind through serene woodlands before revealing the club's tranquil setting, a pocket of golfing calm carved from the region's characteristic evergreen tapestry.
FAQ
Common questions about Blå-Röd at Finspångs Golfklubb
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Blå-Röd was designed by Nils Sköld, Peter Chamberlain., and Sune Linde.
Yes. Blå-Röd at Finspångs Golfklubb is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Blå-Röd is 71.
Blå-Röd is a 18-hole course.
