17 David Krause completes expansion project for Golf & More Huckingen Krause Golf Design has completed a long-term project that has involved the introduction of 13 new holes at Golf & More Huckingen in Duisburg, Germany. Previously 18 holes, the club has extended to 33 holes (including a six-hole short course) and has a large practice facility with double decker tees. “The expansion was a surgical integration into the existing facility to create a cohesive three-loop system,” said architect David Krause. He has reconfigured the existing 18 and designed three new holes for the North nine, two for the South and eight for the West. “Over the past 30 years of designing golf courses in the country, the local authority’s complex permit and post-permit procedures were like nothing I have experienced for an existing golf facility,” said Krause. Joseph Pötter Golf began construction in August 2024. “We hit a snag with high water after an extremely wet winter in 2024,” said Krause. “For the first time in the 20 years, the riverbed was flooded. A redesign was necessary to raise areas of play and control water.” A new stream – now named David’s Creek – has been created as part of an elaborate drainage system and network of ponds to ensure playability even when water levels are high. The third hole on the West nine is defined by the winding path of the creek. Darryl Spelman, construction supervisor for Joseph Pötter Golf, coordinated the task of constructing holes while golf operations continued on the site. “Just getting around was a real challenge as there are several bottlenecks and public pathways to contend with,” said Krause. Krause expects the driveable parfour seventh hole on the West nine to become a favourite: “It’s protected by a creek on the right and a pond in front. A signature old willow tree on the front-left of the pond makes even the layup shot a test of accuracy.” All construction and seeding were completed in late 2025. The North and South nines are open for play and the West nine is scheduled to open in August 2026. TEE BOX Photo: Krause Golf Design
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