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The Lakes course at PGA Sweden National.
As a matter of course Almost as far south as you can get in Sweden without getting your feet wet in the southern Baltic Sea, you will find PGA Sweden National. Here, golf and the community are the two fundamental components that make the place what it is. Essential at this haven for golfers is to ensure that quality permeates every aspect of the operation. That, and making all guests feel welcome – those arriving with golf clubs, just as much as hotel guests, those visiting to take part in a conference and those who just fancy some lunch in the restaurant. By Pia Petersson | Photos: PGA National Sweden
With two courses of equally high standard, one with a distinctive Scottish feel to it and the other being somewhat reminiscent of Florida, the golf facilities at PGA Sweden National are exceptional in a Swedish context – perhaps even in a European context. “Having one course of this standard is fairly common, but to have two is rare,” says CEO Thomas Stenberg. The Scottish course is more commonly known as the Links course and has a timeless, classic appeal. It is characterised by vast greens and deep bunkers 78 | Issue 112 | May 2018
with steep edges. The Florida one is officially known as the Lakes course. This parkland course offers players quite a few hazards and challenges, often – as the name indicates – in the shape of water. Naturally, as both Links and Lakes are championship courses, a number of big competitions have been played here. For instance, Nordea Masters, which is a part of the European Tour, was played here in 2014 and 2015, and praised by both players and audiences. “Here at PGA Sweden National, we attract a good mix of visitors and, although we have two championship courses, we offer differ-
ent prices so that you’ll be able to find something that suits you. Our aim is to have a wide appeal and catch the attention of a lot of different people,” Stenberg explains.
A stone’s throw from the city The location of PGA Sweden National also contributes to this golf mecca being one of a kind. With Sweden’s thirdbiggest city, Malmö, only 15 minutes away, and Copenhagen in quite close proximity too, PGA Sweden National certainly has an international appeal. Being that near to not only one but two big cities makes this place rather unique in comparison to most other golf courses, which are commonly quite tricky to get to from big towns and cities.
Fantastic facilities Adding to PGA Sweden National’s attractiveness are all the available facilities. In addition to the magnificent clubhouse, there is a hotel with 16 rooms, brilliant