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Located 100km north of Helsinki , the exquisite Linna Golf is a scenic golf course that is set amidst beautiful birch and pine forests , framed by a 7km long lake , and situated in the Manor grounds of the historical Vanajanlinna Manor .

Designed by Tim Lobb , in association with European Golf Design , the Championship course offers a secluded and pristine golfing experience , making full use of its rocky outcrops , water features , woodland and natural environment . Since opening , the course has received praise for both its design and maintenance , hosting prestigious competitions , and receiving acclaim from golf publications . It was awarded Finlands Best Golf Course by the World Golf Awards at the 2016 ceremony .
A member of European Tour Properties , the superb accommodation and conference facilities found within the historic setting of the Vanajanlinna hotel , located right next to the course , complete the Linna experience .
For a unique golfing experience , golfers can play late into the night in June , with a round of golf until midnight .
Linna Golf Oy , Vanajanlinnantie 485 , 13330 Harviala , Hämeenlinna , Finland .
Tel : : + 358 ( 0 ) 3 610 2600 Email : office @ linnagolf . fi Web Volume : www . linnagolf
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