In 2026, Amsterdam will host the last ever Dutch Grand Prix F1 race. And we’ve built an entire golf itinerary around it.
The Dutch Grand Prix track at Zandvoort
The Netherlands just might be the golf world’s best kept secret.
Throughout the late 1920s and into the early 1930s, Harry Colt (Royal Portrush, Sunningdale, Muirfield, Royal County Down, Toronto Golf Club) had a big influence on the country’s golf culture. The result is four world-class Colt designs along the coastline—all within an hour of Amsterdam—that are more reminiscent of Scottish links than anything else.
For fans of Colt or any of his courses, this is a must-play roster that’s perfect for groups who have already ticked Scotland and Ireland off their list.
And it gets better: For F1 fans, the Dutch Grand Prix is distinguished from some of the other major European F1 stops based on its proximity to a major city centre. The race is held roughly 20 minutes outside of Amsterdam, and it’s one of the best fan experiences on the calendar—especially with countryman Max Verstappen’s fans creating a sea of orange.
Whether your venn diagram of interests is like Nick’s and this is the perfect intersection of your two favourite sports, or you’re a novice F1 fan (thanks to Netflix), this is a truly bucket list experience—and the last possible year to tick it off.
Not so interested in F1?
Race days can be replaced with tourist days in Amsterdam and its neighboring villages.
What to expect
Pack your clubs and catch the last ever Dutch Grand Prix.
This trip will take place approximately August 23–31, 2026 (subject to the 2026 F1 calendar release).
Saturday, August 22, 2026: Red eye flight to Amsterdam; land the morning of August 23
Sunday, August 23, 2026: Acclimation day to shake out your legs in Amsterdam and see the sights
Monday, August 24, 2026: Royal Hague (Koninklijke) — typically rated #1 or #2 in the Netherlands, the first Harry Colt on the list is very reminiscent of British Isles links.
48km from central Amsterdam, ~40 minute drive
Tuesday, August 25, 2026: Utrecht de Pan — the other course that dukes it out for the #1 spot in the Netherlands, this Colt course was designed in 1929 and the club dates back to 1894.
60km from central Amsterdam, ~1 hour drive
Wednesday, August 26, 2026: Noordwijkse — golf has been played on this site since 1915 when the club was first formed, but this newer layout opened for play in the 1970s.
40km from central Amsterdam, ~40 min drive
Thursday, August 27, 2026: Hilversumsche Golf Club — another Colt design, this is a parkland style course that was recently renovated by Kyle Phillips (Kingsbarns; Dundonald Links)
44km from central Amsterdam, ~40 minute drive
Friday, August 28, 2026: Kennemer Golf Club — continuing the theme, Harry Colt remodelled this course in 1927. It’s another links course that has some doses of quirk (a blind shot here and there) and it’s only about 4km from the race track, so you’ll likely hear the F1 cars during their Friday practice sessions.
Saturday, August 29, 2026: Qualifying and the Sprint Race at Zandvoort
Sunday, August 30, 2026: Race day at Zandvoort
Monday, August 31, 2026: Fly home
Royal Hague (Koninklijke) seen from above
What’s included
5 rounds of golf (Royal Hague; Utrecht de Pan; Noordwijkse; Hilversumsche; Kennemer)
8 nights of accommodation (3- or 4-star hotel)
8 breakfasts
Rental vehicle(s) (chauffeur optional at added cost)
ESGC merchandise
Pricing
Dutch Grand Prix Golf Experience: €5,357
Includes 2-day ticket to F1 races
Based on double occupancy rooms (both golfers)
Dutch Golf Only: €3,957 per person
Excludes 2 days of F1 races; dates are flexible
Based on double occupancy (both golfers)
Solo room: €1,960 per person
For those who are travelling solo, prefer their own space, or have a non-golfer joining them on the trip
It really is your last chance!
Once 2026 Dutch Grand Prix tickets sell out, this itinerary will never exist again. Fill out the form below or shoot us an email to learn more.