Golfers' rating
8.1/10
Based on 635 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
Eighteen holes on a country estate
Utrechtse Golf Club Amelisweerd sits inside the old Amelisweerd estate, right on the edge of Utrecht. It plays as an 18-hole parkland course with a par of 72 — the classic Dutch mix of mature trees, quiet fairways and greens you must read with care. Parkland means the round is framed by woodland and open lawn rather than dunes or heather, so the course feels green and sheltered from the first tee to the last.
Golfers rate it warmly. On LeadingCourses it holds 7.8 out of 10 from 499 ratings, and on Hole19 it earns 4.5 out of 5 across 136 ratings — a strong, consistent score from players who know it well. The club counts among the more challenging parkland rounds in the region, which is exactly why better players enjoy it: the trees and the greens ask you to think, to place the ball, and to trust a repeatable swing.
Who suits it best? Golfers who already hold a handicap and love a proper parkland test will feel at home here. Its calm, established setting so close to the city makes it a lovely round for anyone who wants good golf without a long drive — Amelisweerd is about 4 minutes from the centre of Utrecht.
How to play here
Amelisweerd is an introduction club: you play as the guest of a member, and a valid handicap (EGA/GVB) is required. For a visitor round, the green fee is €57.50 for 18 holes and €36 for 9 holes. Before you tee off there is a driving range and a putting green to warm up, and a restaurant on site for the part every golfer secretly loves — the coffee and the story afterwards.
The course
18
Holes
72
Par
Parkland
Type
★ Suits: handicapped players who want a true parkland test, golfers introduced by a member, and experienced players seeking a demanding round close to Utrecht.
Facilities
- Driving range
- Putting green
- Clubhouse & restaurant
Marina's note for learners
I would point a student here once they hold a handicap and have built a consistent short game — Amelisweerd's parkland greens reward the placement and tempo work we do at Chi Chi Golf and Hoenderdaal.
Ratings
What other golfers say
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Ready your game first
A challenging parkland course like Amelisweerd rewards a swing you can repeat and a soft, confident touch around the greens — placing the ball matters more here than raw distance. That short-game control and steady tempo are the parts of the game I most enjoy helping golfers build, so the round feels less like a fight and more like a pleasure.
Good to know
Do I need a handicap to play at Utrechtse Golf Club Amelisweerd?
Yes, a valid handicap (EGA/GVB) is required. The club also works on an introduction basis — you need to come as a guest of a current member. Contact the club at amelisweerd.nl or on 030 254 6648 to arrange a visit.
How much is a green fee?
A visitor round costs €57.50 for 18 holes or €36 for 9 holes. Rates may vary by day or season, so it is worth checking the latest tariffs on amelisweerd.nl before you go.
What facilities does the club offer?
There is a driving range and a putting green to warm up properly before your round, and a restaurant on site for food and drinks afterwards. Everything you need for a comfortable day out is in one place.
Is Amelisweerd suitable for beginners?
Amelisweerd is a challenging 18-hole parkland course, so it rewards players who already hold a handicap and have a repeatable swing. If you are working towards your handicap, a series of lessons first will make the round far more enjoyable — Marina Romanik teaches nearby at Chi Chi Golf in Utrecht and Golfschool Hoenderdaal in Driebergen.
Can I take golf lessons with Marina Romanik at Amelisweerd?
Marina teaches at Chi Chi Golf in Utrecht and Golfschool Hoenderdaal in Driebergen — both easy to reach from Amelisweerd. Book a lesson and the parkland game will come much more naturally on your next visit here.
Where is the course and is there parking?
The club is set inside the historic Amelisweerd estate on the edge of Utrecht, about four minutes from the city centre. For directions and parking details visit amelisweerd.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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