GolfRange

What GolfRange does

GolfRange GmbH is a privately held German operator of urban golf facilities, founded in 1994 in Vienna-Achau and headquartered in Germering, Germany. The company owns nine city-near golf facilities across seven major German metropolitan areas (Berlin-Großbeeren, Dortmund, Hamburg-Oststeinbek, Nürnberg, and four Munich-area locations comprising Brunnthal, Kirchstockach, Germering-Nord, and Germering-Süd) and manages three additional facilities (Harthausen, Rottbach, Düsseldorf Grafenberg, the last acquired in May 2025). It serves over 60,000 customers through a model positioned against traditional private golf clubs: no membership obligation, flexible full or weekday memberships, pay-as-you-go green fees, and accessible 9-hole course layouts reachable within ~30 minutes of city centers.

The core product is affordable urban golf supported by a centralized digital infrastructure — the Club in One 4U mobile app and Club in One platform from smartup solutions GmbH — enabling online tee-time reservations, tournament registration, GEO check-in, RFID ball dispensing, digital scoring, and account top-ups. Facilities offer 270m driving ranges with up to 120 covered teeing positions, 3-hole short courses, putting and chipping greens, full practice areas, and structured golf instruction (Schnupperkurs, Platzreifekurs, Handicapkurs, junior camps). Operational technology includes Husqvarna autonomous robotic mowers deployed at München-Brunnthal since March 2026.

GolfRange generates revenue from multiple streams: recurring golf memberships (€55/month junior to €1,095/year full membership plus a €1,600 one-time ten-year play license at Brunnthal), usage-based green fees (€28–€67 depending on facility, time, and online vs. on-site), driving range fees and ball sales, an annual range flat-rate (€99/year), partner club agreement fees (€125/year) granting access to 8+ partner 18-hole courses, golf schools and courses, corporate event hosting, sponsorship and advertising (including Leaderboard News customer magazine), and bundled golf travel packages via partner TravelPro. The Go-to-Market is primarily direct-to-consumer via facility access, the mobile app, and location-specific websites, supplemented by event-driven acquisition through tournament series (Münchner GolfRange Meisterschaften, After Work Golf Challenge, Race to Kärnten, Matchplay, Rookie Challenge) and B2B2C partnerships such as EGYM Wellpass.

Name

GolfRange

Legal name

GolfRange GmbH

Website

https://golfrange.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1994

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

GolfRange GmbH operates nine owned city-near golf facilities and three managed courses across seven German metropolitan areas, offering affordable 9-hole urban golf with flexible memberships, pay-as-you-go green fees, partner club access, and digital booking via the Club in One 4U app to over 60,000 individual and corporate customers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Golf Facility Operations

NAICS

Golf Courses and Country Clubs (713910), Golf Courses and Country Clubs (71391)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Golf Courses & Golf Facilities (MPAKAEAD)

Keywords

• Golf facility operations
• Golf course management
• Golf memberships
• Golf instruction services
• Driving range services

Headquarters

HQ city

Germering

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices9 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Golf Memberships: GolfRange generates primary recurring revenue through flexible membership models including full memberships (10-year play license + annual fee), weekday memberships, and student/junior memberships. Membership models vary by location (Platz Brunnthal vs. Platz Kirchstockach), with monthly or annual payment options.
2. Green Fees: Revenue from non-member guests playing on the golf courses (9-hole and 18-hole rounds) at daily rates, with online booking discounts vs. on-site pricing.
3. Driving Range Fees and Balls: Revenue from daily range fees and ball purchases. Also offered as annual flat-rate (Jahres-Rangefee) for unlimited training access.
4. Golf Schools and Courses: Revenue from beginner courses including Schnupperkurs (introductory), Platzreifekurs (course completion), and Handicapkurs, as well as personal training and junior camps.
5. Partner Club Agreements: Revenue from partner club agreements (Jahresbeitrag 125 EUR) where members receive discounted green fees on partner 18-hole courses. Additional revenue from supplementary voucher purchases beyond the included allocation.
6. Corporate Events: Corporate event hosting including golf introductory courses with professional instructors, tournament organization, and optional catering services.
7. Sponsorship and Advertising: Revenue from local and national sponsors and partners through tournament sponsorship, print advertising in the customer magazine 'Leaderboard News', on-site advertising, and internet advertising.
8. Golf Flats (Multi-Facility Access): Flat-rate add-ons (GolfFlat 18, GolfFlat 36, GolfFlat 36plus) enabling members to play on multiple GolfRange facilities and partner courses in the Munich area for an additional annual or monthly fee.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

GolfRange owns and operates nine city-near golf facilities across seven major German cities, offering 9-hole and 18-hole courses, driving ranges, putting and chipping greens, short courses, and clubhouses. The company sells flexible memberships, pay-as-you-go green fees, annual range flatrates, golf instruction (Schnupperkurs, Platzreifekurs, Handicapkurs), corporate events, multi-location tournament series, and partner-curated golf travel packages. Members and guests manage reservations, scoring, and account activity through the Club in One 4U mobile and web platform.

Product overview

GolfRange operates a network of nine urban golf facilities across Germany, offering affordable 9-hole golf with first-class training conditions. The portfolio centers on golf facility operations including two Munich-area locations (München-Brunnthal with two courses plus 3-hole short course, and München-Germering with Nord/Süd courses), supported by the Club In One 4U mobile and web application for member services. Core offerings include golf schools with introduction and qualification courses, flexible membership models with partner club agreements, annual range fee flatrate, online tee time reservations, tournament series (Race to Kärnten, Matchplay, Rookie Challenge), corporate events, and travel packages. The company positions itself as accessible urban golf without membership barriers, with facilities reachable within 30 minutes from city centers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• GolfRange München-Brunnthal 9-hole golf facility with two courses (Platz Brunnthal and Platz Kirchstockach), a 3-hole short course, a 270m driving range with 120 teeing positions, putting greens, chipping areas, and practice facilities. Located southeast of Munich. Includes E-Carts, charging stations, clubhouse, shop, and gastronomy.
• GolfRange München-Germering 9-hole golf facility with two courses (Platz Nord and Platz Süd), driving range, practice areas, and clubhouse. Located west of Munich in Germering.
• GolfRange Berlin-Großbeeren 9-hole city-near golf facility in Berlin-Großbeeren.
• GolfRange Dortmund 9-hole city-near golf facility in Dortmund.
• GolfRange Hamburg-Oststeinbek 9-hole city-near golf facility in Hamburg-Oststeinbek.
• GolfRange Nürnberg 9-hole city-near golf facility in Nürnberg.
• GolfRange Memberships Flexible membership programs (full membership, weekday membership, student/youth membership) for 9-hole courses, billed monthly or annually. Includes 10-year play license plus annual fee variants at Brunnthal and monthly-billed variants at Kirchstockach, plus access to Partner Club Agreements for discounted 18-hole partner course play.
• Jahres-Rangefee (Annual Range Fee) Annual training flatrate priced at EUR 99 (or EUR 179 with 3-hole short course) for unlimited driving range access at Brunnthal, Germering, Harthausen, and Rottbach. Includes 270m range, 120 covered teeing positions, grass areas, three putting greens, two chipping greens, and one pitching green. Range balls sold separately.
• Green Fees (Guest Play) Daily usage-based green fees for 9-hole and 18-hole rounds at all GolfRange facilities, with online booking receiving a discount versus on-site payment. Pricing tiers vary by course, weekday/weekend, and time of day (before/after 4 PM).
• GolfRange Golf Schools & Courses Golf instruction programs including Schnupperkurs (introductory), Platzreifekurs (course qualification) at EUR 99 promotional price, Handicapkurs, Absolventen Training, junior programs, Personal Training, and the GolfRange-Lexikon. Available to beginners and improvers across all GolfRange locations.
• Partner Club Agreement (PCA) Subscription program (EUR 125/year) granting members up to 10 vouchers for discounted green fees at eight partner 18-hole clubs (e.g., Golfanlage Rottbach, GC Pleiskirchen, GC Gut Thailing, GC Pfaffing, GC Schloss Guttenburg, GC Erding-Grünbach, GC Bergkramerhof, GC St. Eurach). Up to 17 additional vouchers can be purchased for up to EUR 20 each.
• Club in One 4U Mobile App Free mobile and web application for GolfRange members and guests providing tee-time reservations, tournament registrations, customer account management, ball dispensing via smartphone, digital scoring for registered private rounds, and partner-club booking. Available on iOS and Android.
• Race to Kärnten Tournament Series Multi-location tournament series across GolfRange facilities with qualification rounds and a grand prize of a trip to Wörthersee, Austria for the GolfRange Season Kickoff 2027.
• Rookie Challenge Tournament Series 9-hole tournament series for golf beginners and handicap newcomers with HCPI up to 54, featuring Stableford scoring and a Rookie of the Year title.
• GolfRange Matchplay Tournament Head-to-head hole-by-hole match play tournament in two classes with 3/4 handicap, including a 2nd chance bracket for first-round losers.
• GolfRange Travel Packages Golf travel packages offered in partnership with TravelPro Reise GmbH, including trips to Kärnten, Steiermark, Mallorca, and Salzburg with bundled hotel accommodations and green fees. Includes the Salzburger Golftage 2026 multi-venue program.
• Corporate Golf Events Corporate event services including introduction courses with professional golf instructors, tournament organization, and optional catering for team-building and client entertainment.
• World Handicap System (WHS) Official handicap management system compliant with international standards, providing handicap index calculation, course handicap tables, and scoring record management for members.
• GolfFlat Multi-Facility Access Add-Ons Subscription add-ons (GolfFlat 18, GolfFlat 36, GolfFlat 36plus) enabling members to play on multiple GolfRange facilities and partner courses in the Munich area for an additional annual or monthly fee. GolfFlat 18 covers Brunnthal both courses; GolfFlat 36 adds Germering Süd and Nord; GolfFlat 36plus adds Harthausen and Rottbach access.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 60,000 satisfied customers across 9 golf facilities in Germany
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration7 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

32 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• HusqvarnacoreTechnology or Integration · 1 March 2026Husqvarna provides autonomous robotic mowers (CEORA and Automower 580L models) for fairway, semi-rough, and tee mowing at GolfRange München-Brunnthal since March 2026. European-made with high safety and data privacy standards.
• Golfanlage Düsseldorf GrafenbergminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 May 2025Golfanlage Düsseldorf Grafenberg (18-hole) joined the GolfRange family in May 2025 as the newest managed facility.
• smartup solutions GmbH (Club in One)coreTechnology or Integrationsmartup solutions GmbH, based in Allgäu, provides the Club in One club management software and the Club in One 4U mobile app used by all GolfRange facilities. The software handles tee time reservations, tournament management, customer account management, ball dispensing, and GEO check-in. Also used by the German Golf Association (DGV) for tournament operations and the World Handicap System server.
• EGYM WellpasscoreGTM or Marketing PartnerEGYM Wellpass is an official partner of GolfRange facilities. Wellpass members receive daily check-in benefits: free range fee with 52 training balls, a free 3-hole round, or a €13 green fee discount on Brunnthal or Kirchstockach courses. GolfRange benefits from access to the Wellpass member base.
• TravelPro Reise GmbHcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerTravelPro is the exclusive golf travel partner of GolfRange. They organize and package golf travel offers including trips to Kärnten, Steiermark (Austria), and Mallorca (Spain) exclusively for GolfRange members, with bundled accommodation and green fee packages.
• Golfanlage RottbachcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGolfanlage Rottbach (27-hole, Weiherhaus 5, 82216 Rottbach) is a managed facility of GolfRange GmbH since December 2009 and part of the partner club network. Members receive up to 6 vouchers with rates from €64 (weekday) to €85 (weekend/holiday).
• Golfanlage HarthausencoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGolfanlage Harthausen (18-hole) is a managed facility of GolfRange GmbH since October 2011. Included in the GolfFlat 36plus program with 50×9-hole rounds per year for members.
• Golf- und Landclub St. EurachminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner club in Iffeldorf. Max 2 vouchers per year, greenfee €100 (weekday)/€120 (weekend/holiday). Vouchers valid Mon-Fri and Sat from 14:00. Part of the Partner Club Agreement network.
• Golfclub zu Gut LudwigsbergminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner club of GolfRange München-Germering under the Partnerclub-Abkommen. Listed among 8 partner clubs with discounted green fee rates.
• Golfclub BergkramerhofminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner club in Wolfratshausen. Max 2 vouchers, weekday greenfee €80/weekend €95. Valid weekdays only, excluding holidays and tournaments. Advance tee time booking from 4 days ahead.
• Golfclub Erding-GrünbachminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner club in Grünbach. Max 3 vouchers, greenfee €80 (weekday)/€90 (weekend). Additional €19 supplement from voucher 11. Valid all days including tournaments.
• Golfclub Schloss GuttenburgminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner club in Kraiburg. Max 4 vouchers, greenfee from €35 (Mon) to €85 (weekend). Additional €19 supplement from voucher 11. Valid all days including tournaments.
• Golfclub Gut ThailingminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner club in Steinhöring. Max 3 vouchers, greenfee €75 (weekday)/€90 (weekend). Valid all days, excluding tournaments.
• Golfclub Pfaffing Wasserburger LandminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner club in Pfaffing. Max 3 vouchers, greenfee €68 (weekday)/€80 (weekend). Weekend/holiday rounds are limited. Sunday only before 10:00 and from 13:00.
• Golfclub PleiskirchenminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner club in Pleiskirchen. Max 4 vouchers, greenfee €70 (weekday)/€80 (weekend). Advance tee time booking required for Sat, Sun, and holidays.
• Golfclub TegernbachminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner club listed under Partnerclub-Abkommen for München-Germering.
• Golfpark GerolsbachminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner club listed under Partnerclub-Abkommen for München-Germering.
• Golfplatz Iffeldorf (Gut Rettenberg)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner club listed under Partnerclub-Abkommen for München-Germering.
• Murhof Gruppe / Greenboard.atminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMurhof Gruppe is a national sponsor and partner. Their golf portal greenboard.at is listed as a national partner. GolfRange members receive 30% greenfee discount at all Murhof facilities in Austria.
• Wilson Sporting GoodsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNational sponsor of GolfRange tournaments. Provides prizes including golf ball sleeves and Wilson Staff golf bags for tournament winners.
• Hochschule für angewandtes ManagementminorOthersListed as a national partner/sponsor of GolfRange. Educational institution partnership.
• Body & Soul (regional)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerRegional sponsor of GolfRange München-Brunnthal. Fitness and wellness center operating at Brunnthal location.
• Paulaner Brauerei (regional)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerRegional sponsor of GolfRange München-Brunnthal. Brewery providing beverage sponsorship.
• EGM - Ihr Golfprofi (regional)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerRegional sponsor of GolfRange München-Brunnthal. Golf professional shop/service.
• vino24 (regional)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerRegional sponsor of GolfRange München-Brunnthal. Online wine retailer.
• Pro Naturstein (regional)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerRegional sponsor of GolfRange München-Brunnthal. Natural stone supplier.
• München spielt Golf (regional)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerRegional sponsor of GolfRange München-Brunnthal. Local golf promotion initiative.
• Optik Trudering – Anja Kolbe (regional)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerRegional sponsor of GolfRange München-Brunnthal. Optical retail.
• Golfclub Gut AltentannminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHost venue for the Salzburger Golftage 2026. Former DP World Tour venue (Austrian Alpine Open). Featured in GolfRange's golf travel program.
• Golfclub MondseeminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner venue for the Salzburger Golftage 2026 travel event.
• Golfclub RömergolfminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner venue for the Salzburger Golftage 2026 travel event.
• Golfclub Salzburg-EugendorfminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner venue for the Salzburger Golftage 2026 travel event.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights8 records

Direct peers

• Puttshack: Puttshack runs tech-enabled indoor golf entertainment venues with auto-scoring, food, and bar concepts in major cities. Comparable to GolfRange in pursuing urban, casual, digitally-enabled golfers but with an indoor entertainment focus rather than full-length courses.
• BigShots Golf: BigShots Golf operates tech-enabled golf entertainment venues with full-service bars and restaurants in the US, similar to Topgolf. Comparable to GolfRange in combining golf play with food/beverage revenue at urban/ suburban sites.
• Drive Shack: Drive Shack operated the original American golf entertainment venues (precursor era to Topgolf's public venues) and now focuses on indoor golf venues under the Puttery brand. Directly comparable as a multi-site urban golf operator with technology at the core.
• Golf Lounge Club: Germany-based indoor golf simulator and event venue operator. Comparable to GolfRange in targeting urban, non-traditional golfers with technology-enabled, accessible formats, though focused on indoor rather than outdoor play.
• Topgolf (Topgolf Callaway Brands): Topgolf operates the largest tech-enabled, urban-adjacent golf entertainment venues in the US/UK, monetizing casual golfers via bays, F&B, and memberships. It is the most comparable operator in terms of using urban location, digital booking, and accessible pricing to grow golf participation.
• Swingers (the urban golf club): Swingers is an urban golf entertainment concept in London and New York combining crazy golf, food, and bars. While smaller-format than GolfRange, it is a direct peer in targeting young urban professionals with accessible, membership-friendly golf experiences.

Broad incumbents

• Invited Clubs (formerly ClubCorp): Invited Clubs is the largest owner and operator of private golf and country clubs in the US with 200+ properties and a membership model. Broader incumbent peer to GolfRange — both monetize golf facilities at scale, but Invited is largely traditional membership vs. GolfRange's accessible, no-obligation model.
• American Golf (UK): American Golf is the UK's largest golf retailer and also operates a network of golf courses and leisure facilities. Comparable to GolfRange as a multi-site golf operator with retail, instruction, and course operations under one umbrella.
• GOLFZON: South Korean-headquartered global leader in golf simulators and indoor golf venues. Adjacent peer to GolfRange as both chase casual and time-constrained urban golfers, though GOLFZON is hardware-and-franchise-driven while GolfRange operates owned outdoor courses.

Regional players

• Golf- und Landclub Berchtesgadener Land: Established Bavarian golf club offering traditional memberships near Salzburg. Regional peer illustrating the incumbent traditional model that GolfRange is disrupting — comparable customer base (Bavarian golfers) but rigid membership vs. GolfRange's flexible access.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/golfrange.muenchen.germering
• Instagraminstagram.com/golfrange_germering

Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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