[2][3] It features a moorland course, broad ridges, tree clusters, and rock outcroppings.
Akureyri Golf Club established its current location at the Jadar farm in 1970.
For ten years, the members played a 9-hole course which is now the front nine, designed by Magnus Gudmundsson.
The Arctic Open is held at Akureyri Golf Club during the summer solstice.
[6] It is a four-day championship event, open to international professional and amateur golfers.