Hofgut Disc Hardt Golf Course

What Hofgut Disc Hardt Golf Course does

Hofgut Scheibenhardt is a privately held German golf course operator (legal entity: Golfplatz Hofgut Scheibenhardt AG, HRB 107723, Amtsgericht Mannheim) operating a single 18-hole championship course on an 80-hectare historic estate at the gates of Karlsruhe in the Rhine Plain. The site dates to the time of Ludwig Wilhelm von Baden (1655-1707) and was converted to golf use in 1993. The course features an island green on hole 15, four tee boxes per hole, and bunker redesign completed in autumn 2019. Complementary facilities include a TrackMan-equipped two-sided driving range with 35+ teeing positions (installed March 2019), practice greens, a PGA-certified golf school staffed by three Fully Qualified PGA Professionals (Peter Eisenhuth, Nick Conrad, Luca Bensching), a concept-store pro shop ("The Store") stocking TaylorMade, Mizuno, Adidas Golf, and FootJoy, and the on-site Dobel's Stüble restaurant/café.

The business operates on a membership-plus-ancillary revenue model. Recurring revenue comes from tiered annual memberships ranging from 199 EUR (remote membership with DGV card) to 2,950 EUR (share-free playing rights), with corporate/youth tiers priced lower. Shareholder members hold equity in the operating AG, creating a hybrid member-ownership structure. Transactional revenue is generated through greenfee day passes (booked via GolfNow, MyGreenfee, or the Albatros app), trial and advanced golf instruction, pro shop retail, and on-site F&B. The membership base is supported by an active tournament calendar (Men's Day, Ladies Challenge, BWGV league teams across AK65/AK50/AK30/DGL Landesliga), a school-golf outreach program, and cooperation agreements with seven-plus regional clubs for reciprocal play.

Distribution is multi-channel: direct on-site sales, the Albatros club-management platform, GolfNow and MyGreenfee marketplaces, partner hotel packages (Der Blaue Reiter, Schwitzer's Hotel am Park), Instagram (@gut_scheibenhardt), monthly newsletter, and community/school programs. Governance is exercised through an AG with a Supervisory Board chaired by Knut Laufhütte and operational leadership under board member Sibel Ellenrieder. The facility employs 51-100 staff and is currently debt-free, having explicitly opted against external major-investor funding to preserve autonomous decision-making; capital projects are self-funded, including a planned CO2-neutrality program with photovoltaic installations and biodiversity initiatives developed with the Institute for Botany and Landscape Management.

Name

Hofgut Disc Hardt Golf Course

Legal name

Golfplatz Hofgut Scheibenhardt AG

Website

https://hofgut-scheibenhardt.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1993

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Hofgut Scheibenhardt is a German AG operating an 18-hole championship golf course on an 80-hectare historic estate in Karlsruhe, serving members, day guests, and golf-school students via membership subscriptions, greenfee, retail, F&B, and PGA-certified instruction.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Golf Course and Country Club Services

NAICS

Golf Courses and Country Clubs (713910)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997)

akta.pro primary industry

Golf Courses & Golf Facilities (MPAKAEAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Golf Clubs & Tournament-Host Clubs (Professional/Elite Golf Clubs) (MPAKABAE), Golf Apparel Retail (Men’s/Women’s/Youth) (CRAMAGAD), Golf Gloves, Headwear & Accessories Retail (CRAMAGAF)

Keywords

• Championship golf course
• Golf club membership
• PGA golf instruction
• TrackMan driving range
• Golf retail and events

Headquarters

HQ city

Karlsruhe

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Fees: Annual membership fees ranging from 1,000 EUR (trial) to 2,950 EUR (share-free playing rights). Core revenue stream with different tiers for shareholders, non-shareholders, career starters, and youth categories.
2. Greenfee Revenue: Day-pass greenfee fees for non-members playing on the course. Guest booking available through GolfNow, MyGreenfee platform, and direct booking system.
3. Pro Shop Sales: Retail sales through The Store concept shop offering golf equipment and apparel from brands including TaylorMade, Mizuno, Adidas Golf, FootJoy, and others.
4. Restaurant (Dobel's Stüble): On-site gastronomy operating from 11:00 to 20:30 daily, serving food until 19:30. Café, bistraurant, and event catering services.
5. Golf School and Training: PGA-certified golf instruction including trial courses (49 EUR), DGV Platzreife courses, theme courses (25-40 EUR), afterwork training (125 EUR for 5 sessions), and individual training.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Hofgut Scheibenhardt operates an 18-hole championship golf course on 80 hectares near Karlsruhe, Germany, offering annual memberships, day greenfee, PGA-certified golf instruction, TrackMan Range training, on-site retail (The Store), and restaurant service (Dobel's Stüble). The facility serves both member and guest golfers, with diversified revenue streams including memberships, greenfee, instruction, equipment, food and beverage, and events.

Product overview

Hofgut Scheibenhardt Golf Course operates as a unified golf and lifestyle facility offering an 18-hole championship course (Meisterschaftsplatz) as the core product, complemented by TrackMan Range technology for modern practice, PGA-certified golf instruction through multiple course formats (Schnupperkurs, DGV-Platzreife, advanced courses, themed courses, afterwork training, corporate packages), youth and school programs, The Store pro shop featuring golf and lifestyle brands, and the on-site Dobel´s Stüble restaurant. The facility runs an extensive tournament calendar including Men's Day, Ladies Challenge, and charity events, with memberships available in various tiers including trial, shareholder, and distance membership options. The golf course also maintains health/safety infrastructure including defibrillators and a sustainability initiative targeting CO2 neutrality.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• The Store: Concept store offering golf apparel and equipment from exclusive brands including Adidas Golf, TaylorMade, Mizuno, FootJoy, and others.
• Dobel's Stüble
• PGA-Golfschule

Products and services

• 18-Loch Meisterschaftsplatz (Championship Course) 18-hole championship golf course spanning 80 hectares in the Rhine plain near Karlsruhe. Features four tee boxes per hole, strategically redesigned bunkering (autumn 2019), undulated break-rich greens, and a signature island green on hole 15. Available to members and day guests.
• TrackMan Range App-based driving range technology with over 35 teeing positions enabling real-time ball-flight analysis, training data, gaming, and entertainment for all skill levels. Available via iOS and Android apps; members use free of additional charge.
• PGA-Golfschule (PGA Golf School) PGA-certified golf school with three Fully Qualified PGA Professionals (Peter Eisenhuth, Nick Conrad, Luca Bensching) offering individual and group training programs ranging from beginner trial courses to advanced competitive coaching.
• The Store (ProShop) Modern concept store combining golf apparel and equipment with lifestyle brands, featuring TaylorMade, Mizuno, FootJoy, Adidas Golf, and local brand Snyder Golf. Concept store approach pairing traditional pro shop with lifestyle retail.
• Dobel's St\u00fcble (Restaurant) On-site restaurant and caf\u00e9 offering homemade cakes, fresh pastries, and regional specialties. Open daily 11:00-20:30 with warm kitchen until 19:30; serves members, guests, and event attendees.
• Schnupperkurs (Trial Golf Course) 120-minute introductory golf course for beginners, novices, and returning players covering basic techniques, grip, stance, posture, long game, and putting. 49 EUR per person including club rental and practice balls; 4-8 participants.
• DGV-Platzreifekurs DGV-certified course qualification program qualifying participants for club membership. Covers rules, etiquette, and playing skills, with club rental options.
• Firmenkurs (Corporate Course) Customized team events for companies combining golf introduction with team building in a natural setting near Karlsruhe. Tailored to corporate group needs.
• Schulgolf (School Golf Program) School golf program partnering with regional pilot schools to introduce golf to children through free trial days and curriculum-aligned training programs. Targeted at youth development and junior talent identification.
• Jugendtraining & Camps Youth training program from March to October with summer and Easter camps. Includes Bambinis, Basistraining 1/2, and youth training under PGA professional supervision. Two youth teams compete in JMP and BWGV youth competitions.
• Turniere & Events (Tournaments and Events) Extensive tournament calendar including Men's Day, Ladies Challenge, Charity events, corporate tournaments, and special events such as the Long Drive Games 2027. Open to members and guests.
• Charity Festival 9-hole charity event scheduled for July 4, 2026 supporting Ukraine relief efforts, combining golf play with fundraising and community engagement.
• Annual Golf Club Memberships Annual membership tiers granting regular access to the 18-hole championship course, TrackMan Range, and club community. Tiers include Trial (1,000 EUR), Shareholder (1,900 EUR), Non-Shareholder (2,250 EUR), Share-Free Playing Rights (2,950 EUR), Career Starter (1,645 EUR), Remote Membership (199 EUR or 880 EUR), and youth/children tiers (110-850 EUR). Billed annually via SEPA direct debit.
• Afterwork Training Weekly Tuesday evening group training from 17:00-18:00 with PGA professionals rotating weekly, covering content tailored to participant wishes. Point card system: 125 EUR for members (5 sessions), 145 EUR for guests.
• Themenkurs (Themed Course) Monthly rotating themed courses in small groups of 4-8 persons covering various golf topics. Standard format (60 minutes, 25 EUR per person) and strategy/tactics format (120 minutes, 40 EUR per person).
• Greenfee (Day-Pass Golf Access) Day-pass greenfee for non-members to play the 18-hole championship course. Bookable through GolfNow, MyGreenfee portal, cooperative partner clubs, or directly via the club secretariat. Discounted rates available through partner club cooperations.

Quantifiable outcome

• Founded 1993, operating over 30 years
• +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

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Hotel Der Blaue Reiter (Karlsruhe-Durlach)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerDesignhotel offering golf + accommodation packages. Multiple award winner (6x best conference hotel Germany Category A). 88 design rooms and suites, 10 event spaces. Located a few minutes by car from the golf course.
• Schwitzer's Hotel am Park (Waldbronn)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerFour-star superior hotel 15 minutes from the course, situated in Kurpark with views of Alb valley. Features French gourmet restaurant, brasserie, and bistro. 20 stylish rooms with modern design. Offers golf + stay packages.
• GC Baden-BadenminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNew cooperation established after GC Baden-Baden withdrew from Kraichgau-Nordschwarzwald network. Terms: Monday-Friday (not Sat/Sun/holidays), 1x 18-hole free, additional rounds at 30 EUR, max 8 persons/day.
• Kraichgau-Nordschwarzwald Golf NetworkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional golf cooperation including GC Bruchsal, GC Bad Herrenalb, GC Baden-Hills, GC Bad Liebenzell, GC Johannesthal. Valid Mon-Sat. 18-hole rounds at 30 EUR, 9-hole at 20 EUR. Youth under 18: 15 EUR (18-hole), 10 EUR (9-hole). Prices apply to all group sizes and tournament play including Sundays.
• GC UrloffenminorStrategic or Co-development Partner25% discount on daily greenfee for additional 18-hole rounds. Excludes trial rounds and tournaments.
• GC SoufflenheimminorStrategic or Co-development Partner25% discount on 18-hole rounds. Partnership details partially visible in source.
• Albatros Web ServicescoreTechnology or IntegrationClub management software for member administration, tournament registration, and tee time booking. Data processing agreement in place. German support via Albatros Datenservice GmbH, Karlsruhe.
• MyGreenfee.com (Albatros France Golf Solutions)coreTechnology or IntegrationInteractive booking platform for tee time reservations. Operated by Albatros France Golf Solutions, Croissy-sur-Seine, France. German customer service by Albatros Datenservice GmbH, Karlsruhe.
• Baden-Württembergischer Golfverband (BWGV)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional golf association organizing league competitions including AK65, AK50, AK30, and youth teams. Course participates in multiple BWGV leagues.
• Badischer Imkerverband (District Representation)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal beekeeping association supporting biodiversity initiative. Small exhibition during Bienenwoche (Bee Week) 2026.
• NABU KarlsruheminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNature conservation organization supporting biodiversity topics on the golf course.
• Golfclub Johannesthal (Men's Day Friendship Match)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFriendship competition partnership with annual matches planned between Men's Day groups.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Golfclub Johannesthal: Regional German 18-hole course with active cooperation partnership (Men's Day friendship matches) and Kraichgau-Nordschwarzwald membership. Comparable in operating profile and target customer.
• Golfclub St. Leon-Rot: Premier 36-hole German championship golf club in Baden-Württemberg with similar full-amenity model (course, pro shop, instruction). Comparable in regional market positioning and member-based operating structure, though at a higher-end tier with European Tour hosting.
• GC Urloffen: Regional German golf club with cooperation partnership (25% greenfee discount). Comparable regional course operating model and reciprocal member-access structure.
• Golfclub Schloss Maxlrain: Historic German estate-based golf club combining heritage setting with 18-hole championship facilities. Directly comparable in the estate-golf-course model and premium positioning.
• Golfclub Heddesheim: Mid-sized German 18-hole course with comparable member-based operations and Baden region location. Useful benchmark for member economics and full-amenity positioning.
• Golfclub Bad Herrenalb: Regional 18-hole course and member of the Kraichgau-Nordschwarzwald network alongside Hofgut Scheibenhardt. Comparable in scale, regional catchment, and cooperative reciprocal-access structure.
• Golfclub Bruchsal: 18-hole course and Kraichgau-Nordschwarzwald network partner operating under similar membership, greenfee, and club cooperation economics in the Baden-Württemberg region.
• Golf Club Baden-Baden: Historic regional German golf course and active cooperation partner of Hofgut Scheibenhardt. Directly comparable in course setup, membership model, and Baden-Württemberg regional market dynamics.

Others

• TrackMan: Technology provider of the Hofgut Scheibenhardt TrackMan Range driving range system. Enabling technology vendor rather than competitor, but the relationship defines a key operational and competitive dimension.
• Albatros Datenservice / MyGreenfee: Club management and tee-time booking platform provider for Hofgut Scheibenhardt. Enabling technology ecosystem partner rather than competitor; relevant benchmark for industry digitization.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/gut_scheibenhardt
• Facebookfacebook.com/Golfclub.Karlsruhe

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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