Herdla Course
Herdla Golfklubb
About this course
Herdla Golfklubb occupies a coastal site on the island of Herdla in Hordaland, Norway, northwest of Bergen. The course was designed by G. Webster and sits in a landscape shaped by the North Sea climate and the rugged topography characteristic of Norway's western coastline. The island setting means golfers encounter exposed conditions, with wind a regular factor in club selection and strategy throughout the round. The routing takes advantage of the natural terrain, with holes playing across relatively open ground that offers views of the surrounding waters and neighboring islands. The coastal location provides a links-like character in places, though the course incorporates elements of the local Norwegian landscape rather than replicating traditional British seaside golf. Elevation changes are modest but present, and the design works with the existing contours rather than imposing dramatic earthwork. Herdla serves the local golfing community in the Bergen region and attracts visitors interested in experiencing golf in Norway's distinctive coastal environment. The club operates in a climate where the season is concentrated in the warmer months, and conditions can shift quickly given the maritime exposure. The course offers a straightforward test of golf that emphasizes accuracy and course management in variable weather, typical of the region's golf offerings.
Quick facts
- Location
- Herdla, Hordaland, NO
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 2009
- Designer
- G. Webster
- Holes
- 9
- Par
- 31
- Difficulty
- 30.8/106
FAQ
Common questions about Herdla
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Herdla was designed by G. Webster.
Yes. Herdla is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Herdla is 31.
The slope rating at Herdla is 106.
Herdla is a 9-hole course.
