Golfers' rating
9.3/10
Based on 633 public ratings on LeadingCourses and Hole19
Aggregated from public ratings by other golfers — not Marina's own score.
Review by Marina Romanik PGA-certified golf instructor Compiled from the club's own information and online ratings by other golfers · checked
Host of the Solheim Cup
Bernardus Golf opened in 2018 in Cromvoirt, in the province of Noord-Brabant, on a course drawn by the American architect Kyle Phillips. It plays 18 holes at par 72 across open heathland. This is young golf with a big stage already: the club hosted the KLM Open in 2023, and in 2026 it welcomes the Solheim Cup, the top team match between Europe and the United States in women’s golf.
Golfers rate it highly. On LeadingCourses it holds 9.2 out of 10 from 512 ratings, and on Hole19 it scores 4.9 out of 5 across 121 ratings (checked 25 September 2026).
Kyle Phillips builds courses that reward good golf, and Bernardus is a full championship layout. It suits single-figure and improving golfers who want a real test and a first-class day out. If you are still early in your golf, a few lessons first will help you enjoy the design instead of fighting it.
Playing as a visitor
You do not need to be a member here. Bernardus is pay-and-play, and you book your tee time online through the club’s own website. A valid handicap (NGF/GVB) is required — this is a championship course, and the club asks visitors to bring a recognised handicap before they step onto it. A green fee for 18 holes sits at the premium end, around €255, so a round here is a special-occasion day.
For practice there is a driving range, a putting green, and a short-game area, plus a golf academy on site. When you come off the course, the clubhouse has a restaurant with a bar and terrace. Buggy and club rental, lockers and showers round out a proper full-day venue.
The course
18
Holes
72
Par
2018
Founded
Heathland
Type
★ Suits: single-figure and improving golfers seeking a premium championship test, and groups or special occasions that call for a full-day venue.
Facilities
- Driving range
- Putting green
- Short-game area
- Golf academy
- Clubhouse & restaurant
- Buggy rental
- Club rental
Marina's note for learners
Kyle Phillips courses reward precision and decision-making far more than raw power — I would encourage any student heading here to work on ball-striking and distance control before their round. A focused lesson on shot-shaping and short-game calm turns a demanding championship layout into a genuinely rewarding day.
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A test worth preparing for
A Kyle Phillips championship course rewards a repeatable swing and smart decisions far more than raw power. The shaping and the greens ask you to control your distance and shape a shot on purpose, not just hit hard. Sharpening ball-striking and a calm short game before a round like this is exactly the kind of work I most enjoy with a student.
Good to know
Do I need a handicap to play at Bernardus Golf?
Yes, a valid handicap (NGF/GVB) is required. Bernardus is a championship course and asks every visitor to bring a recognised handicap card before playing.
How much is a green fee?
An 18-hole green fee is €255, placing Bernardus in the premium price range. Rates can vary by season and day, so check bernardusgolf.com for current availability and pricing.
Can I book a tee time online?
Yes — Bernardus Golf offers online tee-time booking directly through their own website, so you can plan your round well in advance.
Is Bernardus Golf suitable for beginners?
Bernardus is a true championship layout by Kyle Phillips — it rewards precise ball-striking and course management. It is best suited to single-figure and improving golfers. If you are still building your game, a few lessons first will help you enjoy the design rather than fight it.
What is the Solheim Cup, and can I visit?
The Solheim Cup is the top team match in women's golf between Europe and the United States. Bernardus Golf hosts the 2026 edition — check the official website for spectator tickets and event dates.
Can I take a lesson with Marina Romanik before playing here?
Marina does not teach at Bernardus, but a lesson before your visit is a great idea. She is a PGA-certified instructor at Chi Chi Golf in Utrecht and Golfschool Hoenderdaal in Driebergen — book online, by phone, or via WhatsApp at romanik.nl.
About this review
Compiled by Marina Romanik, PGA, from the club's own information and public ratings by other golfers — not from a visit. Checked .
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