Schloss Schönborn
Set in the 104 hectare park of a baroque Hildebrandt castle north of Vienna, Golfclub Schloss Schönborn is one of Austria’s premier inland courses. Kurt Rossknecht laid out 27 holes here in 1989 across mature, tree lined parkland, and the championship 18 plays to a generous par of 72 over ground that was used as it lay rather than bulldozed into shape.
Photo: Golfclub Schloss Schönborn via Google.
The verdict
Golf at Schloss Schönborn is golf with a grand backdrop. The course opened in 1989 in the sprawling park of a castle built between 1712 and 1717 by the great baroque architect Lukas von Hildebrandt, and the renovated schloss still presides over the property. The architect Kurt Rossknecht routed 27 holes through the old parkland, working with the natural fall of the land and the mature stands of trees rather than imposing artificial shapes on it.
The result is a calm, classical parkland test about 40 minutes north of Vienna, the championship combination playing to a par of 72. Wide, tree framed fairways, well defended greens and the occasional water hazard reward accurate, thoughtful golf over brute strength, and the setting gives the round a sense of occasion that few inland Austrian courses can match. It is an easy, rewarding centrepiece for a golf trip pairing Vienna with the vineyards of the Weinviertel.
Schloss Schönborn at a glance
- Opened
- 1989
- Designer
- Kurt Rossknecht
- Type
- Parkland
- Par
- 72
- Holes
- 27 (championship 18 par 72)
- Green fee
- Indicative, by season
Opening year, designer, par and configuration verified June 2026 from Golfclub Schloss Schönborn and leading course databases. The course opened in 1989, was designed by Kurt Rossknecht, and offers 27 holes set in the castle park, with the championship 18 playing to a par of 72 over roughly 6,100 metres. Green fees vary by season and day (indicative, 2026); always confirm current rates and availability directly before booking.
The holes worth the trip
Schönborn plays as three loops of nine that combine into a varied championship test, and the appeal is consistency of quality rather than a single signature gimmick. Rossknecht set the holes among established trees and gentle contours, so position off the tee matters: find the correct side of the fairway and the approach opens up, miss it and the timber and bunkering get involved.
The greens are the defence here, well contoured and firmly defended, asking for controlled iron play and a clear plan for where to leave the ball. Water comes into the reckoning on several holes without ever dominating, and the par 3s are strong and well varied across the loops.
What lingers is the atmosphere as much as any one hole: playing beneath the baroque silhouette of the castle, through avenues of mature trees, on a layout that feels grown into its landscape. It is a serene, strategic round that flatters the accurate player and gives a full day’s golf when you take in all 27 holes.
How to get on
| What to know | Detail |
|---|---|
| Access | Members club that welcomes visiting green fee golfers; advance booking recommended in the summer season |
| Green fee | Weekday and weekend visitor rates vary by season; 18 and 27 hole options (indicative, 2026) |
| Booking | Reserve through the golf shop or club website; a recognized handicap is generally expected |
| On the day | Walking or buggy parkland; trolleys and carts available; smart golf attire |
| Getting there | Göllersdorf in Lower Austria, about 40 minutes north of Vienna by car |
| Best months | May to September for the warmest, driest parkland conditions; the season runs spring to autumn |
Access and fee details verified June 2026; policies and rates change, so always confirm directly with Golfclub Schloss Schönborn before planning a visit.
Where to stay nearby
Most visiting golfers base themselves in Vienna, less than an hour to the south, where the hotels, dining and culture of one of Europe’s great capitals are on tap. A Vienna base lets you combine the course with the city and still be on the first tee within the hour.
For a quieter, golf focused stay, the wine villages of the Weinviertel around Göllersdorf offer characterful country lodging close to the course. The area pairs golf with cellar door tastings and works well as a relaxed couples or buddies trip built around the castle park.
Looking for a base? See our recommended hotels and resorts near Schloss Schönborn.
Build an Austria golf trip
We arrange the Schönborn tee times, pair them with the best of Austrian golf and book the lodging around them, from Vienna city stays to Weinviertel wine country. Tell us roughly when and who is travelling and one concierge costs it to the head, with no obligation.
Schloss Schönborn questions
Who designed Schloss Schönborn and when did it open?
Golfclub Schloss Schönborn was designed by the architect Kurt Rossknecht and opened in 1989, laid out in the 104 hectare park of a baroque castle near Göllersdorf.
How many holes are there and what is the par?
There are 27 holes set in the castle park. The championship 18 hole combination plays to a par of 72 over roughly 6,100 metres.
Where is Schloss Schönborn?
It sits at Göllersdorf in Lower Austria, in the Weinviertel wine district about 40 minutes north of Vienna.
Can visitors play Schloss Schönborn?
Yes. It is a members club that welcomes visiting green fee golfers. Book through the club in advance, especially in summer, and confirm green fees directly before travelling.
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Researched and written by the GolfForKings editorial desk. Opening year, designer, par and configuration verified June 2026; indicative green fees verified June 2026. Last reviewed June 2026.