Lampo Open Campionato Bergamasco Blitz
Lampo Open “Campionato Bergamasco Blitz” takes place on May 2, 2026, in Bergamo, Italy. This is a chess tournament in Bergamo, Italy, in 2026.
The event runs as a one-day blitz chess tournament with 9 rounds and FIDE Blitz rating validity. It offers a fast format for players who want a compact afternoon competition in Bergamo.
Circolo Scacchi Excelsior hosts the tournament at its club venue in Via Borgo Santa Caterina. The published notice confirms a Saturday check-in deadline at 14:00, followed by the open blitz event on the same day.
🏁 Event Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Dates | May 2, 2026 |
| Location | Bergamo, Italy |
| Format | Open blitz tournament, 9 rounds |
| Time control | 5 minutes + 3 seconds per move |
| Rating | FIDE Blitz rated |
| Sections | 1 open section |
| Prize fund | EUR 250 (approx. USD 285) |
⏱️ Time Control & Pairings
The tournament uses a 9-round blitz format with a time control of 5 minutes plus a 3-second increment per move. It is valid for FIDE Blitz rating changes, which gives the event extra competitive value for rated players.
💰 Prize Fund
The confirmed total prize fund is EUR 250 (approx. USD 285).
♟️ Sections / Groups
| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Open | Single open blitz section for all participants |
📅 Schedule
| Date | Activity |
|---|---|
| May 2, 2026 | Tournament day in Bergamo |
| May 2, 2026 | Registration closes at 14:00 |
📝 Registration
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Entry fee | EUR 15 |
| Late entry fee | EUR 20 after May 1 |
| Check-in deadline | May 2, 2026 at 14:00 |
| Information | Contact the organizer by phone or email |
👤 Organizer
Circolo Scacchi Excelsior organizes this blitz open at its Bergamo club venue. The club is based in Via Borgo Santa Caterina and is affiliated with the Italian Chess Federation.
Phone: +39 340 491 5353
Email: info@excelsior-scacchi.it
📍 Venue
Salone Excelsior, Via Borgo Santa Caterina 16, 24124 Bergamo, Italy
The playing hall is the regular Excelsior venue in Bergamo and provides a dedicated indoor setting for club tournaments and chess events.
🚗 How to Get There
Use Via Borgo Santa Caterina 16, 24124 Bergamo, in your navigation and plan to arrive before 14:00 so you can complete registration on time.
It is a compact and practical FIDE-rated blitz event in Bergamo.
Additional Details
Prize Fund (approx.) - $285
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