9° Torneo Internazionale “Kaltern-Trophy”
9° Torneo Internazionale “Kaltern-Trophy” will take place from October 16-18, 2026, in Caldaro/Kaltern, Italy. This is a chess tournament in Caldaro/Kaltern, Italy, in 2026.
The event offers a FIDE-rated classical chess tournament with 5 Swiss-system rounds. Players can enter Open A, Open B, or Open C, based on Elo limits.
The tournament suits club players, improving amateurs, youth players, coaches, families, and visitors. In addition, the venue offers a practical weekend schedule in South Tyrol with parking available in front of the playing hall.
♟️ Event Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| 🏷️ Tournament | 9° Torneo Internazionale “Kaltern-Trophy” |
| 📅 Dates | October 16-18, 2026 |
| 📍 Location | Caldaro/Kaltern, South Tyrol, Italy |
| 🏛️ Venue | Centro Culturale Cattolico di Caldaro, Via d’Oro 29, Caldaro, Italy |
| ♟️ Format | Classical weekend chess tournament |
| 🌍 Rating | FIDE-rated and DWZ-rated |
| 🔢 Rounds | 5 |
| 🧩 Pairing system | Swiss system |
| ⏱️ Time control | 90 minutes + 30 seconds per move |
| 👥 Sections | Open A, Open B, Open C |
| 👤 Capacity | Maximum 180 players |
| ⏳ Default time | 45 minutes |
| 💶 Entry fee | Standard: €60; players age 60+, U16 players, and women: €50; players rated Elo 2300+: €30 |
| 🏆 Prize fund | €1,500, approximately US$1,740 |
| ♟️ Chess-Results | Open A, Open B, and Open C listings available |
| 🏛️ Organizer | A.S.D. J. Richter/LASK Bolzano |
⏱️ Time Control & Pairings
The tournament uses a classical time control of 90 minutes per player, plus a 30-second increment per move. Therefore, players get a serious long-game format within a compact weekend schedule.
Pairings follow the Swiss system across 5 rounds. The games count for FIDE rating and DWZ rating.
FIDE rules and FSI tournament rules apply. In addition, a player who arrives more than 45 minutes after the round starts loses the game by default.
🏆 Prize Fund
The tournament has a confirmed cash prize fund of €1,500, approximately US$1,740. The prize list also includes cups and wine prizes, but the table below shows confirmed cash prizes only.
| Prize Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Open A – 1st place | €250 + cup |
| Open A – 2nd place | €200 + cup |
| Open A – 3rd place | €150 + cup |
| Open A – 4th place | €120 |
| Open A – 5th place | €100 |
| Open A – 6th place | €80 |
| Open A – 7th place | €60 |
| Open A – 8th place | €60 |
| Open B – 1st place | €120 + cup |
| Open B – 2nd place | €90 + cup |
| Open B – 3rd place | €80 + cup |
| Open B – 4th place | €70 |
| Open B – 5th place | €60 |
| Open C – 1st place | €60 + cup |
Prizes are not cumulative and are indivisible. If one player qualifies for more than one prize, the higher prize applies.
👥 Sections / Groups
Open A
Open A is for players rated Elo 1800 and above. Up to 8 players rated Elo 1700 or higher may also enter Open A through a wildcard.
Open B
Open B is for players rated Elo 1999 or below. It offers a separate section for club players and developing tournament players.
Open C
Open C is for players rated Elo 1699 or below. It gives lower-rated and improving players a dedicated weekend tournament group.
Special Prize Groups
Special awards include categories for players age 60+, women, U16 players, and U12 players. Some awards include cups or wine prizes instead of cash.
📅 Schedule
| Date | Time | Round / Activity |
|---|---|---|
| October 15, 2026 | — | Registration deadline |
| October 16, 2026 | 14:00–16:00 | Mandatory player check-in |
| October 16, 2026 | 16:30 | Round 1 |
| October 17, 2026 | 09:00 | Round 2 |
| October 17, 2026 | 14:30 | Round 3 |
| October 18, 2026 | 09:00 | Round 4 |
| October 18, 2026 | 14:30 | Round 5 |
| October 18, 2026 | Around 19:00 | Prize ceremony |
📝 Registration
| Registration Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Registration method | Email registration is preferred |
| Registration email | chess@bertagnolli.com |
| Registration deadline | October 15, 2026 |
| Required information | Full name and phone number |
| Capacity | Maximum 180 players |
| Standard entry fee | €60 |
| Reduced entry fee | Players age 60+, U16 players, and women: €50 |
| Titled / rating discount | Players rated Elo 2300 or higher: €30 |
| Payment | Cash payment during check-in on October 16 |
| Late registration | Possible on October 16 from 14:00 to 16:00 at the playing hall |
| Start place rule | Places follow registration order; a waiting list applies after 180 players |
| Eligibility | Players from FIDE member countries with a valid FIN |
| Italian player requirement | Valid 2026 FSI competitive or junior membership |
🏛️ Organizer
Organizer: A.S.D. J. Richter/LASK Bolzano
A.S.D. J. Richter/LASK Bolzano organizes the 9° Torneo Internazionale “Kaltern-Trophy” in Caldaro/Kaltern. The event gives players three classical sections, a clear weekend schedule, and rated games in a South Tyrol tournament setting.
Email: chess@bertagnolli.com
Phone: +39 393 707 7441
📍 Venue
Centro Culturale Cattolico di Caldaro, Via d’Oro 29, Caldaro, Italy
The tournament takes place at Centro Culturale Cattolico di Caldaro. Players should use the full venue address for map navigation and arrive during the mandatory Friday check-in period. Parking is available in front of the venue, with paid parking on regular days and free parking on Sunday.
🏨 Accommodation
Caldaro offers several accommodation options, including hotels and guesthouses. Players can contact the local tourist office for lodging information and should book early for the tournament weekend.
Phone: +39 0471 963 169
Email: info@kaltern.com
🚆 How to Get There
Players and visitors can travel directly to Centro Culturale Cattolico di Caldaro at Via d’Oro 29. The venue address gives local players, families, and international visitors a clear arrival point for the three-day event.
ℹ️ Other Practical Information
Electronic devices, including mobile phones and smartwatches, may not be carried on the player during games. Players must switch them off and store them away from the board.
Tie-breaks use FIDE Buchholz Cut 1 first, FIDE Buchholz Total second, and Average Rating of Opponents third. In addition, pairing-assigned byes score 1 point.
The best games from Open A and Open B will be broadcast live on major chess platforms. Also, tournament participation includes consent for publication of names, ratings, categories, results, and photos connected with the event.
Overall, this event gives players a strong opportunity to compete in Caldaro/Kaltern during a structured FIDE-rated classical chess weekend.
Additional Details
Prize Fund (approx.) - $1,740
Organizer
♟️ About the Organizer
A.S.D. J. Richter/LASK Bolzano is a chess club in Bolzano, South Tyrol, Italy. The association was founded on December 3, 2002, through the merger of the Joseph Richter and LASK chess circles, both of which had roots in Bolzano dating back to 1964. The club plays at Centro Sportivo Maso della Pieve, also known locally as Pfarrhof.
The club serves Italian- and German-speaking players in Bolzano and gives members a regular setting for over-the-board chess, training, and tournament preparation. Its activity covers recreational play, competitive chess, club events, and chess lessons. In addition, the club offers chess courses and school-related training, which gives younger players a practical route into structured chess.
🏆 Chess Events and Activities
A.S.D. J. Richter/LASK Bolzano organizes chess tournaments in Bolzano and participates in Italian team chess. Its regular program includes blitz events, rapid tournaments, the Torneo Primavera, and the club championship. The club also runs Wednesday afternoon chess meetings during the school period at its Bolzano venue, with sessions aimed at practical play and player development.
Team chess has a strong place in the club’s identity. The organizer fields teams in the Italian Team Championship structure and regional South Tyrol chess competitions. Its teams have played across several levels, including Serie A2, Serie C, and Trentino-Alto Adige group competition. Therefore, members can move from club events into serious team chess in Italy.
The club also appears as the organizer of larger weekend events, including the Kaltern Trophy in Caldaro. That tournament uses a five-round Swiss format with classical 90+30 time control and multiple rating sections. Moreover, the club has hosted team events at its venue, including CIS Promozione activity.
🌍 Player Experience and Community
Players who join or visit A.S.D. J. Richter/LASK Bolzano find a club with regular activity, a stable venue, and a clear competition culture. The club supports casual players, ambitious club players, juniors, and experienced tournament competitors. As a result, players can use the same organizer for club evenings, lessons, internal tournaments, and rated competition.
The club’s South Tyrol setting also gives visiting players access to a distinctive regional chess environment. Events in Bolzano and nearby Caldaro connect local club activity with broader South Tyrol chess tournaments. In addition, the club’s bilingual setting helps it serve players from Bolzano, the wider province, and nearby chess regions. Overall, A.S.D. J. Richter/LASK Bolzano offers a practical chess base for players who want regular games, structured training, and classical chess events in northern Italy.
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