Tschaturanga Open 2026 runs from July 28 to August 2, 2026 in Vienna, Austria. This is a chess tournament in Vienna, Austria, in 2026. The event takes place at the Festsaal des Brigittenauer Stadl in Vienna’s 20th district.

The tournament uses a 6-round accelerated Swiss system with a 90 minutes plus 30 seconds per move classical time control. Moreover, it counts for both national rating and FIDE rating. Players may also take one half-point bye through round 4.

The published cash-prize schedule totals EUR 2,145, which is approximately USD 2,475 at the ECB reference rate of EUR 1 = USD 1.1539 on March 26, 2026. In addition, the event splits the field into Group A and Group B, and the main schedule also includes a rapid side event on August 1.

📌 Event Details

The main tournament facts are below.

⏱️ Time Control & Pairings

The event uses an accelerated Swiss format over 6 rounds. Every player gets 90 minutes for the game, plus a 30-second increment from move one. Because of that structure, the tournament fits players who want a compact classical event without an overloaded schedule.

Players may skip one round and still receive a half point, although that option is only available through round 4. In addition, the default forfeit time is 30 minutes. Tie-breaks follow the published order DE, APPO, BH-M1, and PTP.

The playing conditions are also strict and practical. Players may not carry mobile phones into the tournament hall. Likewise, the venue does not allow brought-in food for consumption on site.

🏆 Prize Fund

The published prize schedule reaches EUR 2,145 in total. Group A offers the larger top prizes, while Group B adds its own overall and rating prizes. As a result, the event gives both stronger players and club players a meaningful prize structure.

These prizes are guaranteed from 75 participants. Moreover, the organizer does not split prizes, pays them only to present players, and limits each player to one prize.

👥 Sections / Groups

The tournament has two sections. Group A is the main section. Standard entry there starts from 1900 Elo, although players under 1900 may still enter by paying a surcharge. Group B is capped at 1899 Elo.

If one section draws fewer than 30 players, the organizer may merge the groups. Therefore, players should treat the two-group structure as the planned format, while keeping that reserve clause in mind.

🗓️ Schedule

The event follows an evening-round format through most of the week. Meanwhile, Saturday includes a rapid side event before round 5.

📝 Registration

Registration closes on July 14, 2026. After that date, the organizer adds a EUR 10 late fee. Entries go through the tournament email listed below.

The entry structure is simple. However, players should register early if they want to avoid the surcharge and secure the section they prefer.

🏢 Organizer

Tschaturanga Schachverein organizes the open in Vienna and handles entries through the tournament email. The club also runs other Vienna events during the year, including the Winter-Cup and rapid competitions.

Email: events@tschaturanga.info

📍 Venue

Festsaal des Brigittenauer Stadl, Griegstraße 1-3, 1200 Vienna, Austria

The playing site combines a large hall with a traditional Vienna restaurant setting. In addition, the venue includes a garden area, which makes the location comfortable for summer breaks between rounds.

🚆 How to Get There

The venue is in Vienna’s Brigittenau district. Vienna has an extensive public transport network of underground lines, trams, buses, and trains, so reaching Griegstraße is straightforward. In practice, players can use city transport to the area and then continue with a short walk or a taxi ride to the hall.

This Vienna open is a strong choice for players who want a compact classical tournament in a relaxed summer setting.