🏰 Historical Prestige & Setting
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Founded in 1906 under the patronage of King Leopold II, developed on the historic Ravenstein Manor Farm—with roots dating to the 15th century under Philip the Good.
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King Leopold II planted the same conifer species here as in his nearby Tervuren arboretum, giving the course its signature diverse tree palette.
⛳ Courses & Design
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Arboretum (“Old”) Course – 18 holes, Par 72, approx. 6,045 m from championship tees.
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Originally designed by Seymour Dunn (1905), refined by Tom Simpson (1928), and revamped by Martin Hawtree (1990).
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Gentle undulating parkland with mature trees, flowering rhododendrons, tight fairways and strategic greens.
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Parc (“New”) Course – 9 holes, Par 32, ~1,923 m; created in 1951 by Philip Mackenzie Ross.
🏆 Legacy & Recognition
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Remains one of Belgium’s top private clubs and ranked 4th in Belgium, 72nd in Continental Europe.
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Hosted 1961 European Amateur Team Championship; also staged the Belgian Open multiple times (1910–1978).
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Holds club course records: 63 (amateurs & pros), with Eduardo de la Riva’s 64 in the Challenge Tour 2012.
🏌️ Play Experience
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A demanding course requiring precision over length—tight tree-lined fairways and subtle greens.
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Flowering rhododendrons and varied tree species enhance its parkland beauty.
🛠️ Facilities & Access
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Practice range with putting, chipping and pitching facilities. Electric trolleys & buggies available, plus caddies.
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Clubhouse: the manor building offers pro shop, locker rooms, event spaces and charming post-round ambiance.
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Visitor Access: strictly by invitation; guests allowed on weekdays only (not weekends), with valid federation handicap (men ≤20, women ≤24).
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Green Fees (weekdays): approximately €100–140 (subject to change).
📋 Quick Facts
| Feature | Details |
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| Location | Château de Ravenstein, 3080 Tervuren (10 km east of Brussels) |
| Established | 1906 (Royal), predecessor course from 1905 |
| Courses | Arboretum (18 holes, Par 72, ~6,045 m); Parc (9 holes, Par 32) |
| Architects | Seymour Dunn, Tom Simpson, Philip Mackenzie Ross, Martin Hawtree |
| Status | Member-only; guests by invitation on weekdays |
| Green fees | €100–140 weekdays (estimate) |
| Notable events | Belgian Open, European Amateur Team Championship |
| Practice | Full practice area; trolleys, buggies, caddies |
| Clubhouse | Historic manor, pro shop, event facilities |
✅ Why Visit Ravenstein?
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Living history: golf on royal arboretum grounds with centuries of legacy.
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Classic, strategic parkland: not just length, but finesse and accuracy matter.
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Botanical richness: unique tree species and rhododendron blooms.
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Discreet exclusivity: a rare weekday guest opportunity in a private setting.
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Prestige & accolades: consistently top-ranked and historically significant.