Koksijde Golf ter Hille is up near the Belgian coast, close to the French border, and it's a option if you fancy links-style golf without hopping over to the UK or Ireland. The site has history too. There was a Harry Colt design here back in the 1920s, but it didn't survive financially and the land changed hands.
Fast forward to 2012 and the modern 27-hole set-up opened, with British architect Jeremy Pern behind the layouts you play today. You get the Langeleed (18 holes) as the main championship test, plus the Hazebeek (9 holes) which is ideal for a quick extra loop or a warm-up round.
What you'll notice straight away is that this is golf on open, exposed ground. When the wind gets up, it's all about picking the right shot shape and keeping the ball under control. And when the course is running firm in drier spells, you'll get that proper links bounce and chase along the fairways.
If you're building a short break in this part of Europe, Ter Hille works well as a straightforward, well-kept venue that lets the golf do the talking.
Who is this for?
Golfers seeking a genuine links experience outside the usual UK and Irish destinations, particularly those who value strategic shot-making over length and appreciate firm, fast conditions when they're on.
Who is it best for?
Mid-to-low handicappers who enjoy traditional links golf and want to explore coastal European courses, plus groups looking for a well-designed, uncrowded alternative to busier resort destinations.
