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Domaine Impérial Golf Club
Gland, Vaud, Switzerland
18 Holes · Par 72 · CHF 250–250 · Parkland
— About
About Domaine Impérial Golf Club
Domaine Impérial Golf Club is an 18-hole, par 72 parkland course at Gland, in Vaud on Lake Geneva between Lausanne and Geneva. Pete Dye designed it, and it measures 6,307 meters from the main tees. Fairways are tight and crossed by streams, and the greens are multi-tiered. The clubhouse is Villa Prangins, a 19th-century mansion with Bonaparte family connections.
- Seve Ballesteros inaugurated the course when it opened in the late 1980s.
- The season runs from March to mid-December.
- The club has a practice area and a restaurant, with carts and rental clubs available.
- It is ranked among the best courses in Switzerland and among the top courses in Europe.
History of Domaine Impérial Golf Club
The ground at Prangins was once owned by Napoleon Bonaparte's brother, and the villa that now serves as the clubhouse was built in the 19th century. The club was founded in 1987, the year Pete Dye's course opened. Domaine Impérial remains private, with visitors admitted under a fixed set of rules.
Signature holes at Domaine Impérial Golf Club
The greens are multi-tiered, and the fairways are tight and crossed by streams.
When to play Domaine Impérial Golf Club
The course is open from March to mid-December. Late spring through early autumn gives the longest days. Visitor tee times run Tuesday to Friday only, so plan a weekday round. Early spring and December rounds can be cold and wet.
Playing Domaine Impérial Golf Club: tips
Bring proof of your official handicap. On arrival, check in at the club secretariat, register and pay the green fee before play. Only one 18-hole round is allowed per visitor per day.
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Villa Prangins, 1196 Gland, Switzerland
Gland, Vaud, Switzerland
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Practical Information
— FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Domaine Impérial Golf Club
Can visitors play at Domaine Impérial?
Yes, Tuesday to Friday, with an official handicap of 30 or less. Each visitor gets three visits a year; weekends and Mondays belong to members.
How much is the green fee at Domaine Impérial?
The visitor green fee is CHF 250 for one 18-hole round, paid at the secretariat before play.
How long is the course?
It plays 6,307 meters from the main tees at par 72.