Crans-sur-Sierre is surely one of the most beautiful golf course in the world. Imagine a plateau at 1500 meters high overlooking the Rhone valley. Facing you the highest peaks, from the Matterhorn to the Mont Blanc. It is in this majestic setting that the pioneers built the first golf course in 1906. Since then, the greens have continued to flourish in the sun and the greatest players let themselves be conquered by the natural beauty of the site. Here, golf is in conquered territory, with 4 courses, including the famous 18 hole, named after its prestigious creator, Severiano Ballesteros, classified by golf magazines as one of the nicest in the world and host of the European Masters, a major event. As for the second course, the Jack Nicklaus, it was designated the most beautiful 9 hole course of Switzerland on several occasions.
This legendary course, home of the Omega European Masters, requires precision and a complete game. It meets the requirements of all levels of golfers. Located in an exceptional setting, it offers unforgettable views in a natural environment. Critics have identified it as one of the most beautiful in the world.
#holes / Par / Length | Severiano Ballesteros: 18 holes / Par 72 / 6'300m Jack Nicklaus: 9 holes / Par 36 / 2'729m |
Rating | Severiano Ballesteros: CR 69.7 / Slope 132 Jack Nicklaus: CR 66.4 / Slope 119 |
Architect | Severiano Ballesteros, Jack Nicklaus |
Altitude | 1500m |
Season | May – November |
Good to know | - Visitors are welcome at all times - Players must be members of a national golf association and present a member card of their home club upon check-in - A handicap of 36 (18-holes course) or better respectively course authorisation (9-holes course) is required - Please ask about course maintenance schedule prior to booking |
Highlights/Awards | Annual Venue of the Omega European Masters (European Tour) |
Handicap Limits | 36.0 for 18-holes course Course authorisation for 9-holes course |
Nearby Golf Courses | Sierre (18) Leuk (18) Sion (18) |
Nearby Hotels | Guarda Golf Hotel & Residences***** Hôtel de l’Étrier**** Hôtel Elite Hôtel du Lac |
Nearby Cities | Sion (30min) Lausanne (90min) |
Nearby Intl. Airport | Geneva/GVA (120min) |
Nearby Attractions | Zermatt/Matterhorn by Helicopter Wine tasting at the Château de Villa |