Arctic Circle course provides year-round appeal with unique natural conditions
Golf at the edge of the Arctic
Lofoten Links, located in Norway’s Lofoten Islands, is giving golfers the chance to pair a round of golf with one of nature’s most striking sights: the Northern Lights. The course, which sits above the Arctic Circle and is ranked among GOLF.com’s Global Top 100, is recognized for its dramatic coastal setting and unusual playing conditions.
From mid-May to late July, golfers can play under the midnight sun, when daylight stretches through the night. From October to mid-April, the area becomes one of the best places to view the Aurora Borealis, making it a destination with appeal across both summer and winter seasons.
Shoulder season crossover
Between mid-August and mid-October, visitors can combine daytime golf with evening Northern Lights viewing. “It is a rare opportunity to play golf during the day and then experience one of nature’s greatest phenomena at night,” said Frode Hov, General Manager at Lofoten Links.
Lodging and off-season activities
Guests can stay in on-site Nordic-style lodges designed to face north, away from city lights, providing clear skies for Aurora viewing. Outside of golf, the area offers guided tours, coastal walks, horseback riding at nearby Hov Gård, and other off-season activities.
Cabot partnership
In 2024, Cabot, a developer of golf destinations including properties in Canada, Scotland, and Saint Lucia, invested in Lofoten Links to support facility upgrades and guest services. “The influence of Cabot’s investment will ensure we continue to deliver a high standard of hospitality and golf for visitors,” Hov added.
Lofoten Links is the only world-ranked golf course located entirely within the Arctic Circle. Bookings can be made at www.lofotenlinks.no/en
