Gamla at Öijared Resort

Gamla at Öijared Resort lies in the forested countryside near Floda, roughly thirty kilometers east of Gothenburg in Västra Götaland. Designed by Pierre Fulke, a Swedish professional golfer who transitioned into course architecture, the layout reflects a Scandinavian approach to woodland golf, routed through natural terrain that includes elevation changes, mature pine and deciduous trees, and the rocky outcroppings characteristic of western Sweden's landscape. The course takes its name—"Gamla" meaning "old" in Swedish—from its position as the original layout at the resort, which later added a second course to expand the facility.

The routing moves through varied topography, with holes that climb and descend across the property's natural contours. Fairways corridor through the forest, requiring accuracy from the tee while offering strategic options for course management. Greens are typically modest in size and shaped by the surrounding landforms, and the design incorporates natural water features and rock formations that define playing corridors and hazard placement. The layout emphasizes position and local knowledge over pure length, rewarding players who understand how the ball reacts on sloped lies and firm turf conditions common to the region.

Öijared Resort functions as a golf-centered destination facility, with accommodations and dining integrated into the property. The club serves both members and visiting golfers, and the setting in the Swedish countryside provides a quiet, forested environment distinct from links or parkland courses found elsewhere in Europe.