Local Rules
Lausanne Local Rules
White stakes and/or lines define out of bounds; fences on the right of holes 6 and 10 are OOB. Ground under repair is marked with blue stakes and/or blue or white lines. At hole 7, the farmhouse, yard and access road are one immovable obstruction. A lost or OOB ball may use the local alternative to stroke-and-distance with a two-stroke penalty. Green stakes indicate 135 metres to the front of the green and are movable obstructions.
Course Intelligence
Course Character
The wooded, technical layout rewards accuracy and controlled approaches more than reckless distance. Golf Club de Lausanne is an 18-hole course at about 850 metres, surrounded by mature trees and natural scenery, with varied up-and-down terrain, water and bunkers. A demanding wooded parkland course above Lausanne
Major Risks
Trees, water, bunkers and elevation Official Local Rules identify water-related and obstruction decisions, while golfer reviews describe a technically challenging wooded course with bunkers, water and elevation changes.
Blue Tee Strategy
Confirm the current tee setup and Local Rules before play. Plan conservative lines around trees, water and bunkers. Use the correct OOB and immovable-obstruction relief when needed. Choose accuracy over forced distance
Golfer Reviews / Consensus
Trees and technical terrain punish inaccurate shots Visitor access and dress requirements are strict High green fees were noted by some reviewers Ten identity-matched reviews are strongly positive about the course condition, mature trees, varied design and hospitality; the recurring challenges are technical wooded play, elevation, water/bunkers and strict visitor expectations. HIGH snap_lau_reviews Beautiful wooded parkland setting Excellent maintenance and greens Varied, challenging layout and strong hospitality
Course Conditions
PARTIALLY_VERIFIED Check the live course and visitor status Book in advance and verify visitor eligibility. Check current course and practice status before travelling. Bring recognized handicap documentation. Access, maintenance and facility conditions can change independently of the published Local Rules. The official club pages publish current course, reception and practice-facility information, while visitor access is subject to booking and eligibility.
30-second Pre-round Brief
Lausanne before tee-off Visitors play weekdays with advance booking and recognized handicap evidence. Access Review OOB fences at holes 6 and 10 and the immovable obstruction at hole 7. Local Rules Keep the ball in play through the wooded, technical layout and control approaches into fast greens. Strategy At Lausanne, secure visitor access first, then play accurately around trees, water, bunkers and the marked Local Rules.
Regulations
Lausanne Visitor and Dress Regulations
Visitors need a Swiss Golf card or recognized federation handicap certificate, must book in advance, play weekdays only, have handicap no higher than 36.0 and may play no more than five times per year. Golf attire and golf shoes are required; carts are available only with a medical certificate.