Norrköping is one of Östergötland's larger cities and lies in the middle of a landscape that golfers can make great use of. Along the waters of Bråviken, out towards Vikbolandet and in the immediate vicinity of the city there are courses with completely different characters, from a manor setting at the water's edge to short loops where you fine-tune your short game. This means that a weekend in the city can include everything from a calm practice round to a demanding day in seaside terrain. Here we go through the courses in and around Norrköping, how they differ and what is worth packing for a round in this part of Sweden.
Golf courses in Norrköping and what sets them apart
Around Norrköping you will find several courses with a clearly distinct profile. Bråvikens Golfklubb lies by the water with a rural manor feel, Norrköpings golfklubb is the classic club in the area, Mauritzberg draws you out towards Vikbolandet with a more exclusive resort setting, and Ingelsta Stadium Golf functions as a short course where the pace is a different one. Together they offer a breadth that suits both those who have just earned their green card and those who want to test their game against sea winds and tougher greens. Norrköping is a good starting point because the distances between the courses are short, and several of them lie within a quarter of an hour from the centre.
Bråvikens Golfklubb at the water's edge
At Bråvikens Golfklubb you play in a rural manor setting right by the waters of Bråviken. The course has 27 holes spread across three nine-hole loops with parkland, seaside and heathland character, which means that each loop gives a new experience. In addition to the 27 holes there are nine short holes, and the club has a driving range, golf shop and practice area. In total the course plays to par 72. This variation makes the club a rewarding choice if you want several different rounds at the same facility, and the proximity to the water leaves its mark on play when the wind is up.
Norrköpings golfklubb as the area's classic
Norrköpings golfklubb is one of the established clubs in the area and a natural choice for those who live in the city or visit it over a weekend. Over the years the course has been part of golf life in Östergötland and offers a game that suits both experienced golfers and those who want to play a handicap-counting round. If you are right at the start of your golf journey, it may be worth reading about how handicap golf works in practice before you book your first tee time, so that you know what the course requires.
Mauritzberg out on Vikbolandet
Mauritzberg lies some way east of Norrköping, out towards Vikbolandet, and is counted among the more exclusive golf settings in the area. Here the experience is as much resort as pure golf, with a manor feel and a landscape that differs from the city-adjacent courses. Since the facility lies a little way from the centre, it is a good destination for a whole day rather than a quick round after work, and it suits those who want to combine golf with a calmer atmosphere in seaside surroundings.
Ingelsta Stadium Golf for the short game
Ingelsta Stadium Golf is a short course in Norrköping with a different pace than the full-length courses found around the city. The course plays to par 46, which makes it a rewarding place to practise the short game, putting and safe shots without a round taking all day. For those who are new to the sport, a shorter course is often a gentler start, and for the experienced golfer it serves as a warm-up or a way to sharpen the shots that decide the score. You can find more about the club on their own page.
How to plan a golf weekend in Norrköping
With several courses within short distances, you can plan a weekend where you play different characters on the same trip. A calm practice round on a short course, a full day at a 27-hole facility by the water and an excursion towards Vikbolandet give three completely different experiences. If you are planning further than that, you can find inspiration in our overview of the number of active golf courses in Sweden, and if you want to compare with other parts of the country there are guides to golf courses in Stockholm and golf courses in Gothenburg. For those who are drawn to the coast, golf courses in Strömstad are a natural next stop.
What you should wear on the courses around Norrköping
The Östergötland coast offers changeable weather, and the seaside courses by Bråviken and out towards Vikbolandet in particular can be windy even on a sunny day. A garment that keeps you warm without restricting your swing is therefore worth packing. Our midlayer q-zip works as a handy mid-layer when the morning is cool and the afternoon warmer, and the tech anorak is a good outer layer when the wind is coming off the water. On the shot itself, a well-fitting polo makes a difference, and the performance polo gives freedom of movement throughout the whole swing. If you want to see more options, you will find them among our polo shirts.
Then there are the small details that make the round more comfortable. A baseball cap keeps the sun out of your eyes on the open sections, and a gym towel is handy when the greens are dewy in the morning. If you need to complete your wardrobe for the season, you can see the entire range at Local Rule and put together an outfit that works just as well on the courses in Norrköping as in everyday life afterwards.
