Rygge Flystasjon Golf Club occupies a former military airfield in Rygge, located in Østfold county in southeastern Norway, approximately 60 kilometers south of Oslo. The course takes its name from the air station that operated on this site for decades before being decommissioned. The flat, open terrain characteristic of an airfield provides an unusual setting for golf in Norway, where many courses feature more varied topography. The expansive layout offers wide fairways and long sightlines across what was once operational runway and taxiway infrastructure. The conversion of military airfields to golf courses follows a pattern seen elsewhere in Europe, where decommissioned aviation facilities have been repurposed for recreational use. The relatively level ground and existing cleared land make such sites practical for golf course development, though they typically require thoughtful design to create strategic interest without significant natural elevation changes. At Rygge, the openness of the former airfield means wind often becomes a significant factor in play, and the design likely incorporates water features, bunkers, and strategic tree plantings to define holes and create challenge. The club serves the local Østfold region and provides accessible golf in an area with a growing interest in the sport. The facility benefits from good road connections and proximity to both regional population centers and the greater Oslo metropolitan area. The unique heritage of the site gives the course a distinctive identity among Norwegian golf venues.