Drentse Golfclub de Gelpenberg
Netherlands, Netherlands
Drentse Golfclub de Gelpenberg, founded in 1970, is the oldest golf club in the province of Drenthe and widely regarded as the finest 18-hole course in the northern Netherlands. Spread across more than 60 hectares of heathland and parkland near Aalden, the course is distinguished by ancient juniper trees that are unique to this landscape, along with stretches of purple heather and natural water features including ponds and streams. Sheep graze on the heathland areas, reinforcing the natural character of the setting. The course carries a ranking among the top courses in the Netherlands and draws visitors from across the country and beyond. De Gelpenberg represents the definitive Drenthe golfing experience, combining exceptional natural beauty with a demanding and rewarding test of golf.