Lakes at Golfhotel Schloss Ludersburg

The Lakes course at Golfhotel Schloss Ludersburg represents Jack Nicklaus's design work in northern Germany, situated in the Lower Saxon countryside near the town of Luedersburg, roughly an hour south of Hamburg. Opened in the 1990s during a period when Nicklaus Design was expanding its portfolio across continental Europe, the course occupies gently rolling terrain characteristic of this agricultural region. The layout incorporates water features that give the course its name, with ponds and streams coming into play on multiple holes in a manner consistent with Nicklaus's strategic design philosophy of rewarding accurate play while offering options for different skill levels.

The routing takes advantage of the property's natural contours and mature woodland, creating definition between holes while maintaining a parkland character. As with many Nicklaus designs from this era, the course features large, undulating greens that demand precise approach shots and thoughtful putting. Bunkers are positioned to challenge both tee shots and approaches, typically guarding preferred angles into the greens. The conditioning and presentation reflect the resort setting, with the course serving as the centerpiece of the Golfhotel Schloss Ludersburg property.

The facility caters to both resort guests and members, offering a combination of golf and hospitality in a relatively quiet corner of Lower Saxony. The course provides a championship-length test from the back tees while remaining accessible to recreational players from forward markers.