Benniksgaard Golf is an 18-hole course near Gråsten with a view of Flensburg Fjord, a Pay & Play par-3 course with 6 holes, and fully developed training facilities. The club offers trial memberships, golf lessons with PGA Pro René Klausen, and golf stays in collaboration with Sivgaarden Boutique Hotel and Gendarmhotellet. All can be booked via Golfbox.
Overblik: bane, design og udsigt
Benniksgaard Golf was established in 1997 and is located in scenic surroundings near Gråsten. Flensburg FjordThe course has 18 holes, and as many as 16 of them offer a view of the fjord. The hilly terrain and the nature reserve area around the course make a round here something more than ordinary golf. You play between old oaks and over hills, while the water lies and shimmers in the background almost all the way around.
In addition to the main course, Benniksgaard has a separate Pay & Play par-3 course with 6 holes. It is designed for beginners, families, and anyone who wants to play a few holes without committing to a full membership or a complete 18-hole round. The combination of a challenging main course and a practical practice course is one of the reasons why Benniksgaard attracts both experienced players and people who have never held a club in their hand before.
Banners and training facilities
The training facility covers most of what a player needs, regardless of level. There is a driving range for full shots, a putting green, and a chipping green for finer details, as well as training bunkers where you can practice in the sand without ruining your scorecard on the course.
- Driving range with space for warm-up before the round
- Putting green and pitching green for short game
- Training bunkers for sand play
- Rental of golf set and other equipment
- Proshop with equipment and Custom Fitting
The pro shop also serves as a base for teaching and equipment fitting. Here you can book an appointment with PGA Pro René Klausen, both for individual lessons and for more structured courses. Custom fitting and training can be arranged directly through the club's golf store, where the equipment is adjusted to your swing type and height. If you are a trial member, free access to the training facilities is often part of the package, so you can practice during classes without extra charge.
Green fee and price examples
The prices at Benniksgaard are set so that both individual guests and families on the Pay & Play course can find something that suits them. For 2026, the green fee on weekdays is around 395 NOK. and around 449 NOK during the weekend for 18 holes, although there are cheaper rates for 9 holes and for juniors.
Prices may change throughout the season, and the most reliable way to see the current price is to check Golfbox, where the course updates rates and available times continuously. If you are traveling in a group or are a guest of a member, there may be special group prices and guest prices worth inquiring about before you book.
Training, golf school, and trial membership
If you want to learn golf quickly, the trial membership is the most obvious way into the sport at Benniksgaard. It runs over 10 weeks and costs 999 DKK., and the package is put together so that you both learn the technique and play a lot of golf along the way.
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- Free use of the training facilities throughout the entire period
- Unlimited play on the Pay & Play 6-hole course
- Access to the large 18-hole course once you have passed the rules exam
In addition to the trial membership, the club also runs golf schools, including shorter courses over a few days, as well as individual lessons with René Klausen for players who want to refine a specific aspect of their game. You don't need your own equipment from the start. Rental of golf sets is part of most beginner courses.
Professional tip: Schedule your theory test early in the trial membership period. So you still have time to practice on the Pay & Play course if you fail the first time.
Accommodation and golf stay
If your trip is more than just a single round, you can stay close to the course and turn it into a full golf holiday. Sivgaarden Boutique Hotel is located directly by the course, while Gendarmhotellet is about 150 meters from the first tee. Both options mean that you can go from the breakfast table to the tea spot without having to drive anywhere.
- Sivgaarden Boutique Hotel: accommodation directly by the track
- Gendarmhotellet: cirka 150 meter fra 1. tee
- Collaboration with hotels in Sønderborg and Aabenraa
- Collaboration with German hotels in the Flensburg area
The club also points out that the dining experience is a natural part of a golf stay here. The fjord location and the local gastronomy make the place suitable for a couple of days' stay, where golf and food go hand in hand, not just a quick round and back home. If you want to read more about how accommodation and gastronomy complement each other on a trip, you can look at This guide to combining stays and dining experiences.
Practical info and booking
Benniksgaard Golf Club is located at Sejrsvej 109, 6300 Gråsten. You can call the phone number +45 74 65 22 68 or write to info@benniksgaard.dk if you have questions that cannot be clarified online.
All times, whether green fee, training, or Pay & Play, are booked via Golfbox, where you can also see the current price and availability in real time. There is parking by the clubhouse, changing rooms, and washing stations for the equipment after the round. If you play on the Pay & Play course, you can usually play without prior membership, but it is still a good idea to check the access rules on the day if there is a tournament or high demand on the course.
Plan your visit: practical advice from research and Travel in Denmark
If you want to get the most out of a trip to Benniksgaard, there are a few things that make the difference between a good day and a really good day.
- Book in good time. Golf stays at the course are often fully booked during the high season, so book Sivgaarden or Gendarmhotel as early as possible and check Golfbox for available times simultaneously.
- Build a whole day around the round. Combine golf with a visit to Gråsten Palace Gardens or a trip to Sønderborg Castle, so the trip makes sense for the whole family, not just the golfer.
- Pack for the weather by the fjord. The wind may pick up in the afternoon, so layer up and use the changing and washing area after the round if it has been a damp day.
Professional tip: Call Sivgaarden or Gendarmhotel directly if you are planning a stay during the weekend in the high season. Some rooms never go through the major booking portals.
Perspectives from a Journey in Denmark
Benniksgaard is one of the places where golf easily becomes an excuse for a whole trip, not just an afternoon on the course. The fjord, the hotels, and the proximity to both Gråsten and the Danish-German border make it ideal to build a stay around several days. On trips in Denmark, we often see that guides in travel planning Is it what makes the difference between a golf trip and a trip you remember.
— Tommy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the green fee at Benniksgaard Golf?
The green fee for 18 holes is around 395 NOK. on weekdays and 449 kr. In the weekend of 2026. Pay & Play on the par-3 course costs 135 kr.
How does the trial membership work?
The trial membership lasts for 10 weeks and costs 999 DKK. It includes group lessons, free training, and access to the Pay & Play course.
Where can one live close to the track?
You can stay directly at the train station at Sivgaarden Boutique Hotel or about 150 meters from the first tee at Gendarmhotellet.
How do I book a time on the course?
All times for green fee, training, and Pay & Play can be booked via Golfbox, where you can also see current prices and availability.
Is Er Benniksgaard suitable for beginners?
Yes. The Pay & Play course with 6 holes is open to everyone without membership, and golf schools as well as trial memberships are specifically designed for new players.