Capitals Golf Club

Capitals Golf Club occupies a site near Elektrenai, approximately thirty kilometers northwest of Vilnius in central Lithuania. Designed by Peter Chamberlain and opened in the mid-2000s, the course represents one of the Baltic region's early entries into modern championship golf development. The layout takes advantage of gently rolling terrain characteristic of the Lithuanian landscape, with fairways routed through mixed woodland and open meadowland that provides natural definition and seasonal variety. The design incorporates water features and strategic bunkering across its eighteen holes, with elevation changes that, while modest by alpine standards, offer sufficient movement to create varied shot requirements and visual interest. The property's natural topography allows for holes that play both with and against prevailing winds, a consideration in this continental climate where conditions can shift considerably throughout the playing season. Several holes utilize the existing tree lines to frame landing areas and green complexes, rewarding accuracy over pure distance. Capitals Golf Club functions as both a private membership facility and a venue accessible to visiting golfers, reflecting the evolving golf culture in Lithuania as the sport has grown in the post-Soviet era. The club has hosted regional amateur competitions and serves as a testing ground for Lithuanian golfers developing their tournament skills. The clubhouse provides dining and event facilities that cater to both golf and social functions, typical of European golf clubs that serve broader community roles beyond daily play.