Review by Marina Romanik
Reviewed by Marina Romanik PGA-certified golf instructor
Hi, I’m Marina Romanik, a PGA-certified golf instructor based in Utrecht. For me, golf is about two things: playing well and enjoying every minute outside. I teach all ages and levels — children, adults, beginners and improving players — in Dutch, English, Ukrainian and Russian. My favourite lessons happen on calm, green courses where you can breathe, focus, and actually have fun while you learn.
Golfbaan Soestduinen sits in the sandy dunes and heathland of Soest, in the green heart of the Utrechtse Heuvelrug. It is a full 18-hole, par-72 layout, and it plays as a true heathland course — open sky, soft sandy ground, and the quiet beauty of the dune landscape all around you. Every round here feels like a peaceful escape, just about 13 minutes by car from Utrecht.
The setting is the real star. The natural surroundings make the course feel calm and unhurried, even on a busy day. With its moderate challenge, Soestduinen rewards thoughtful golf without ever feeling intimidating — which makes it a lovely place for improving players who want to test their game in beautiful, relaxed conditions.
There is plenty to help you play your best, too. A driving range and a putting green let you warm up properly before you tee off, so your first holes feel as good as your last. And after eighteen holes in the fresh air, the on-site restaurant is the perfect spot to relax with a drink and talk through your round.
Soestduinen is a members-with-introduction club, so you’ll need a valid handicap card (GVB or equivalent) to play. Think of that card as your passport to one of the most unspoiled heathland settings near Utrecht — a sign of the quality and calm you can expect when you arrive.
Best for: improving golfers and nature lovers who want a peaceful, scenic round close to Utrecht.
Address
van Weerden Poelmanweg 8, 3768 MN Soestduinen
Phone
+31 35 588 0005Website
golfparksoestduinen.nl4.0
★★★★★
Marina Romanik
PGA Golf Trainer
“Tucked into the sandy dunes and heathland of Soest, Golfbaan Soestduinen offers a beautifully natural setting where every round feels like a quiet escape — perfect for golfers who want fresh air, scenic surroundings, and a relaxed day out close to Utrecht.”
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A beautiful course like Soestduinen is even more fun when you trust your swing. A few lessons can make a real difference — steadier contact off the tee, sharper short shots, and the confidence to enjoy every hole instead of worrying about your score.
I teach at Chi Chi Golf in Utrecht and at Golfschool Hoenderdaal in Driebergen, both within easy reach of Soest. Whether you’re brand new to golf or polishing an existing game, I’ll help you build skills that travel with you to every course you play.
Ready to enjoy your golf more? Book a lesson with me online, give me a call, or send a quick WhatsApp message. Let’s get you playing with a smile.
Yes. Soestduinen is a members-with-introduction club, so visiting golfers need a valid handicap card (GVB or equivalent). Think of it as your passport to one of the most peaceful heathland courses near Utrecht.
Green fees are mid-range (€€) for the region. For current prices, check soestduinen.nl or contact the club directly before your visit.
Yes. The 18-hole, par-72 heathland layout offers a genuine moderate challenge without ever feeling intimidating. The calm, natural setting makes it a great place to test your game and enjoy the round at the same time.
About 13 minutes by car — an easy and very green half-day trip into the dune landscape of the Utrechtse Heuvelrug.
Yes. There is a driving range and a putting green to warm up before your round, and an on-site restaurant where you can relax after 18 holes.
Marina teaches at Chi Chi Golf in Utrecht and Golfschool Hoenderdaal in Driebergen — both a short drive from Soest. Book online, call, or send a WhatsApp to get started.