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“I Didn’t Know There Was Golf in Czechia”

My Dentist is mad into golf and travels regularly with his golfing friends. When he asked me what I was doing I heard this familiar comment “I didn’t know there was golf in Czechia” and that is understandable… Not having a anyone on the DP World or PGA tours will likely give the golf traveller the impression that golf in Czechia is not serious. Alex Cejka who not doubt you will have heard of was originally from Czechia but migrated to and represented Germany throughout his professional career. On the other hand the Ladies European Tour (LET) features several talented Czech players, with Sára Kousková, Klára Davidson Spilková, (Winner of the Irish Open in 2022) Kristýna Napoleaová, and Jana Melichová being prominent names, having all secured wins, while other rising stars like Tereza Melecká, Patricie Macková, and Tereza Koželuhová also compete, making 2025 a strong year for Czech representation on the tour, with record numbers of players participating. Czechia now boasts over 120 golf courses and has almost 53,000 registered golfers with the Czech Golf Association. Courses such as Albatross, PGA Oaks, Karlstejn, Marianske Lazne and Celadna have all hosted DP World events demonstrating the variety of excellent courses available to experience in this country. The Hotel Planner Tour has taken place in Kunětická Hora, Kaskáda Golf Resort and Royal Beroun a course which has also hosted a Ladies European Tour event. Much of what drives golf in Czechia is the desire to be out in nature while being both active and competitive. I can’t help also believing that the popularity and playing Ice Hockey has transferable skills which attracts locals to the game of Golf. So, what should I expect to see when looking to Czechia as my next golfing destination? Green fees and luxury accommodations tend to be significantly lower than in other Western European golf destinations, offering excellent value for money. Courses are found across various regions, from the rolling hills and ancient forests of Bohemia to the vineyards and mountainous views of Moravia. The terrain often features elevation changes, water hazards, and bunkers, providing a variety of challenges. Many golf resorts are located near historical sites, castles (like Karlštejn Castle), and UNESCO World Heritage locations, allowing visitors to combine golf with sightseeing, dining, and spa treatments. The golf infrastructure is well-developed, featuring meticulously maintained courses, all-inclusive packages, high-quality dining, and facilities like academies and hotels. English is widely spoken at major resorts. While a relatively young sport in the country, golf has flourished since 1989. Czechia now boasts over 120 courses and hosts significant professional tournaments, including the D+D REAL Czech Masters on the DP World Tour. The country offers a mix of designs, from classic parkland layouts, some dating back to the early 20th century, to modern championship courses with Irish links-inspired features, large undulating greens, and challenging layouts. The moderate continental climate makes golfing comfortable from spring through autumn, with warm summers being ideal.