Philipps Cup

Event Details ⚙

Date: Thursday, 08 October 2026

Format: Team Scramble Strokeplay

Category: Open

The Thomas Philipps Charity Cup is a team scramble (Kanonenstart) format tournament held at Golfclub Varus on October 8, 2026, starting at 10:00. This is a charity event organized by André Philipps and his family, with proceeds donated to the Arche Osnabrück, an organization supporting children from disadvantaged backgrounds. The event is open to golfers from other clubs and visitors, as evidenced by previous years attracting numerous guests from neighboring golf clubs. The tournament typically includes net prizes across handicap categories, special prizes (e.g., Longest Drive, Nearest to the Pin), and features a prize-giving ceremony with catering. Entry details such as fees, deadlines, and specific handicap requirements are not published in the tournament calendar and would need to be obtained directly from the club.

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Venue

Golfclub Varus

Ostercappeln, Niedersachsen, Germany

Golfclub Varus is an 18-hole golf course located in Ostercappeln-Venne in the Osnabrück region of Germany. The course holds the unique distinction of being Germany's only 18-hole golf course built on a historic battlefield—the site of the Varusschlacht (Battle of Teutoburg Forest) from 9 AD. The facility is situated within one of the world's few UNESCO Global Geoparks, offering players the opportunity to experience golf amid significant historical and geological significance. The course features a sophisticated drainage system that enables year-round playability, providing approximately five additional months of playing time compared to courses without such infrastructure. The layout is described as spacious and expansive, set within a natural landscape that characterizes the region. Beyond the main 18-hole course, the facility includes a driving range and a short course for quicker rounds. Golfclub Varus caters to both members and guests, offering instruction through its golf school, equipment rental including electric carts, and a clubhouse with dining facilities. The course is managed by Golfclub Varus e.V. and welcomes players of all skill levels.

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