Travel
Moscow, Russia
After the fall of the Iron Curtain, lots of people
were coming to Russia to explore its mystery
soul. Since then, every year the number of
visitors has been steadily increasing. Today it is
no more a secret that Russia is a country with the
richest cultural and historical heritage, but very
few are aware that it is becoming more and more
popular as a golf destination. There are 18holes
and 9holes courses (17 and 7 accordingly) in the
country. The majority of them are situated near
the two capitals though with the growth of golf
community other regions open their courses as
well: there is a course in Kazan, in Ural region,
in Tver and on the Black Sea coast (there you
can play golf all year round). Baikal annually
hosts winter golf tournament.
MOSCOW GOLF CLUBS
Near Moscow you will �nd 9 golf-courses, each
with its own character and style. The territory of
Dmitrov region (about 1,5h from Moscow city
center) is notable for a great number of ancient
monasteries and churches, medieval fortresses
and mansions and there are 4 golf-clubs in the
area.
Forest Hills golf club
The course is considered to be the pearl of
Russian Golf. One of the most iconic courses
that hosts the Russian Golf championship.
The course was designed by Steve Forrest and
Arthur Hills. Forest Hills golf club will amaze
you with the richness and beauty of the Russian
forest. The club is located in one of the greenest
and most picturesque parts of the Moscow
region, its terrain formed during the Ice age,
now known as the Klinsko-Dmitrovskaya ridge.
This golf club is situated in a natural reserve.
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Centennial forests, elevation difference up to
100 meters, high bunkers, large fairways and
gigantic greens attract tourists from all over the
world.
Pestovo Golf & Yacht Club
Those seeking for luxury golf-experience
should absolutely visit Pestovo Golf&Yacht
Club. Manicured golf course, elegant club
house and excellence of service – even most
exigent golfers will be fully satis�ed. It is
the �rst world-class private golf-club built in
Russia in 2006, which its conceptual feature of
traditional English infrastructure.
Moscow Country Club
This is the �rst professional course that was
opened in Russia. Perfectly maintained and
close to the city. This course hosts signi�cant
PGA tournaments, such as the tournament
RUSSIAN OPEN GOLF CHAMPIONSHIP
(Senior), where the legendary Scottish golfer
Colin Montgomery won in 2014. An open
course that is loved by both city residents and
guests of the capital.
Skolkovo Golf club
Golf is a game where self-perfection is of top
priority. In this swiftly changing world golf
is not just a game. It’s an ancon that shelters
values and standards of ethics unchanged for
centuries. Honesty, responsibility, principled
stance, respect to adversary and commitment
to excellence – these are the qualities uniting
golf-players and the creators of golf-clubs.
Private club, where the cost of green fee is
considered one of the highest in the world.
The Golf club is located in Moscow area.
Every minor detail here is a part of the major
masterpiece: golf course, created by the legend
of golf Jack Nicklaus, exceptional landscape
design performed by Linda Bird, club house by
famous architect Shigeru Ban.
ST. PETERSBURG GOLF CLUBS
For foreign golfers Saint Petersburg is the most
appealing golf-destination in Russia thanks to
the free electronic visas, which permit entering
the city and its suburbs.
Peterhof Golf Club
Peterhof Golf Club is the one and only Saint
Petersburg 18 holes professional golf club. The
course is designed by Greg Norman and Steve
Forest, two leading world architects, by combining
two different golf styles – Nine Links and classical
Parkland. It is located in a picturesque Peterhof
suburb in some 30 minutes ride from Pulkovo
Airport and 45 minutes from city center. Located
just three kilometers away from Peterhof a
fountain, a new championship golf course was also
laid out with intricate design features and exacting
details.
Since 2017 Peterhof Golf Club is honored to
host the annual Golf Tournament in the scope
of the Saint Petersburg International Economic
Forum of�cial program; the members of the world
establishment and business elite play on the course.
It also hosts the annual Turkish airlines tournament.
Strawberry Fields Golf Club
It is the sunniest place in Saint-Petersburg. For
many years it has been known for its abundance
of strawberries. Graceful Russian birches are
spread across the golf course and create very
special atmosphere. Strawberry Fields Golf Club
is always glad to meet its guests in the biggest
in the North-West region club house where the
visitors can enjoy the marvelous views and
indulge themselves with dishes cooked by the
chef of the club restaurant.
The golf season in Russia lasts longer than
one can expect: from mid-April up to the
end of October and corresponds to the high
touristic season in general. Summer months
are considered the most comfortable and “safe”
in terms of weather conditions, June being
especially attractive due to the period of famous
White Nights in St. Petersburg. Also, many
major events like business forums and sport
competitions are also scheduled for summer
period, so one had better book well in advance.
Today Russia offers countless opportunities for
tourists and sportsmen, for people who want to
try something new. Its reputable hospitality, its
charm and openness together with its beauty
tempt more and more people to come and see
this with their own eyes. So, broaden your
horizons, discover Russia!
56 GolfPlus JULY 2020