
Hirsala Course
Hirsala Golf
About this course
Hirsala Golf Club sits in Jorvas, in the Uusimaa region of southern Finland, a setting that places it within the broader landscape of Nordic golf development. The course was designed by David Jones, a British architect whose work spans multiple European markets. Jones's design approach typically emphasizes routing that respects natural topography and integrates the existing landscape character rather than imposing dramatic earthworks. The course reflects the terrain and vegetation typical of the Finnish coastal region—a mix of forest, water features, and the kind of undulating ground that characterizes much of southern Finland. Like many courses in this part of Europe, Hirsala likely incorporates the natural water hazards and tree-lined corridors common to the area, with routing that makes strategic use of the landscape's inherent features. The design balances playability across a range of skill levels with sufficient variety to hold interest for regular members. Hirsala serves the local golfing community in the greater Helsinki metropolitan area and draws on the strong tradition of golf participation in Finland. The club maintains the kind of membership structure and facilities typical of established Nordic golf clubs, supporting both competitive play and recreational golf. The course's proximity to the Jorvas area makes it accessible to golfers in the surrounding region while maintaining the character of a member-focused facility.
Quick facts
- Location
- Jorvas, Uusimaa, FI
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 2007
- Designer
- David Jones
- Holes
- 18
- Par
- 72
- Length
- 5,639 metres
- Difficulty
- 77.4/133
Getting there
Hirsala Golf is reached most conveniently via Helsinki Airport (HEL), Finland's primary international hub, situated roughly 30 kilometers southwest of the club; the drive northwest through the suburbs and into the Uusimaa region takes approximately 45 minutes, transitioning from urban sprawl into the quieter, forested landscape that characterizes the Finnish coastline. Private aviation clients may prefer the closer proximity of Helsinki-Malmi Airport (HEM), a smaller facility better suited to executive jets, which sits nearer to Jorvas and reduces ground transfer time considerably. The final approach to Hirsala Golf unfolds through a distinctly Nordic terrain - dense pine and birch forest interspersed with glimpses of the archipelago's blue waters - before arriving at the club's understated entrance, where the austere beauty of Finnish golf architecture emerges from the surrounding wilderness.

FAQ
Common questions about Hirsala
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Hirsala was designed by David Jones.
Yes. Hirsala is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Hirsala is 72.
Hirsala plays 5,639 metres from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Hirsala is 133.
Hirsala is a 18-hole course.



