Royal golf: Scotland's tradition conquers the world!

Royal golf: Scotland's tradition conquers the world!

Liezen, Österreich - golf has a long tradition in Scotland and is estimated as one of the oldest ball sports in the world. While the preparations for the upcoming events are continuously promoted in the district of Liezen in July 2025, the history of golf provides interesting insights into its roots. Golf developed on the Scottish coasts in the Middle Ages and was funded by kings. King James IV in particular made the game a true folk sport after King James I established it in Great Britain. arf.at describes the important role of these monarchs, while in the international context of Golf by the International Golf Federation (IGF) with over 60 million organized players becomes increasingly popular worldwide [wikipedia] (https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/golf_ (sport)).

golf is more than just a game; It is a means of socialization. A round of golf usually includes either 9 or 18 playways, which consist of different sections. Maintaining a golf course requires a lot of effort and costs between 300,000 and 900,000 euros annually. In Austria too, places are often only accessible to members, the so -called manifold that prospective golfers have to show. These framework conditions make it possible to host tournaments highly in the course, which also include the famous majors, such as the Masters and the PGA Championship.

Royal heritage and modern developments

As already mentioned, the golf game in Scotland was temporarily banned by King James II in 1457, since he believed that it was distracted by the soldiers from their duties. Despite this ban, the popularity of the game grew and the first official rules were set up in 1744. Under the influence of royal supporters, this led to a rapid spread of golf, which also founded the first golf clubs, such as the Royal Burgess Golf Society in 1735. Create common golf rules.

A look at the present shows how diverse golf is today. Whether as a single athlete or in a team, the possibilities are enormous. Players can use up to 14 rackets per round, whereby they can vary in length and design. In numerous countries, including Austria, Golf is a sought -after leisure sport. Many clubs offer a family -friendly ambience with various activities related to sports.

The James: Culinary & Cultural Highlights

In the middle of this sporting framework, there is also a lot on offer. In the restaurant Das James, which is awarded two Gault Millau Hauben, regional top cuisine comes on the table. In addition to festive occasions, cultural events such as readings and literary festivals also take place here, which are often offered in cooperation with the literary hotel. At the live jazz Brunch, visitors can enjoy the sounds of artists like James Brown, while nostalgic music from the turntable ensures a relaxed atmosphere. Writers like James Joyce and film icons like James Bond give the concept an additional cultural depth.