
Kössnacht Course
Golfclub Küssnacht
About this course
Golfclub Küssnacht sits in the canton of Schwyz near the shores of Lake Lucerne, in the scenic foothill landscape below the Rigi massif. The course was designed by Donald Harradine, the prolific British architect who shaped dozens of layouts across Switzerland and continental Europe during the mid-twentieth century. Harradine's work in the Alpine region typically emphasized playability within natural terrain, and his designs often reflect the rolling topography and wooded character common to Swiss golf sites. The routing at Küssnacht takes advantage of the area's moderate elevation changes and mature tree cover, creating a parkland setting with views toward the surrounding mountains and lake. The layout presents a mix of doglegs and straightaway holes, with strategic bunkering and natural hazards that reward accurate placement over pure distance. The course serves both local members and visitors exploring the Lucerne region, offering a traditional Swiss golf experience in a landscape shaped by glacial activity and centuries of agricultural use. Küssnacht operates as a members' club with typical Swiss golf traditions, including a clubhouse that serves regional cuisine and provides a gathering place for the local golfing community. The course remains a representative example of Harradine's accessible design philosophy, balancing challenge with the scenic qualities that define golf in central Switzerland.
Quick facts
- Location
- Kussnacht am Rigi, Schwyz, CH
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1995
- Designer
- Donald Harradine
- Holes
- 18
- Par
- 68
- Length
- 4,909 metres
- Difficulty
- 69.2/121
Getting there
Most international visitors arrive via Zurich Airport, a straightforward forty-minute drive south along the shores of Lake Zurich before the landscape begins its gentle climb toward the foothills of the Swiss Alps. The route traces the lake's eastern edge, then turns inland through tidy villages and rolling farmland, the twin peaks of the Rigi massif rising steadily ahead. As you near Küssnacht am Rigi, the road narrows and softens, winding through orchards and meadows before delivering you to Golfclub Küssnacht - a serene enclave perched between lakeshore tranquility and alpine grandeur, where the hum of Zurich feels a world away.
FAQ
Common questions about Kössnacht at Golfclub Küssnacht
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Kössnacht was designed by Donald Harradine.
Yes. Kössnacht at Golfclub Küssnacht is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Kössnacht is 68.
Kössnacht plays 4,909 metres from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Kössnacht is 121.
Kössnacht is a 18-hole course.



