3. Sparkassen Schachopen Lautertal 2026 will take place from October 16–18, 2026, in Lautertal-Gadernheim, Germany. This is a chess tournament in Lautertal-Gadernheim, Germany, in 2026.
The event offers a FIDE-rated classical chess tournament with 5 Swiss-system rounds. Players compete in two groups, with A-Turnier starting from 1600 Elo and B-Turnier available up to 1700 Elo.
The tournament suits club players, youth players, coaches, families, and visitors who want a compact rated weekend event in Hesse. In addition, the venue offers free parking and practical access from Bensheim.
♟️ Event Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| 🏷️ Tournament | 3. Sparkassen Schachopen Lautertal 2026 |
| 📅 Dates | October 16–18, 2026 |
| 📍 Location | Lautertal-Gadernheim, Germany |
| 🏛️ Venue | Heidenberghalle, Heidenbergstraße 18, 64686 Lautertal-Gadernheim, Germany |
| ♟️ Format | Classical open tournament with two groups |
| 🌍 Rating | Elo-rated and DWZ-rated |
| 🔢 Rounds | 5 |
| 🧩 Pairing system | Swiss system |
| ⏱️ Time control | 90 minutes for 40 moves + 30 minutes for the rest of the game, with a 30-second increment from move 1 |
| ⏳ Default time | 30 minutes |
| 👥 Sections | A-Turnier from 1600 Elo; B-Turnier up to 1700 Elo |
| 👤 Capacity | Maximum 100 players |
| 💶 Entry fee | A-Turnier: €25; B-Turnier: €15 |
| 🆓 Free entry | GM, IM, WGM, and WIM players |
| 🏆 Prize fund | €2,225, approximately US$2,580, guaranteed from 60 players |
| 🏛️ Organizer | Schachverein Reichenbach |
| 🤝 Patronage | Mayor Andreas Heun |
⏱️ Time Control & Pairings
The tournament uses a classical time control of 90 minutes for the first 40 moves. After that, each player receives 30 minutes for the rest of the game. In addition, a 30-second increment applies from move 1.
Pairings follow the Swiss system across 5 rounds. The tournament counts for Elo and DWZ rating, and the starting list uses the latest Elo list published before the event.
The default time is 30 minutes after the scheduled start of each round. Therefore, players should arrive early and check the round schedule carefully.
🏆 Prize Fund
The tournament has a confirmed prize fund of €2,225, approximately US$2,580. The prize fund is guaranteed from 60 participants.
| Prize Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| A-Turnier – 1st place | €400 |
| A-Turnier – 2nd place | €300 |
| A-Turnier – 3rd place | €200 |
| A-Turnier – 4th place | €100 |
| A-Turnier – 5th place | €50 |
| A-Turnier – rating prizes in two groups | 2 × €50 |
| A-Turnier – best youth player | €50 |
| A-Turnier – best female player | €50 |
| A-Turnier – best player born in 1966 or earlier | €60 |
| B-Turnier – 1st place | €300 |
| B-Turnier – 2nd place | €200 |
| B-Turnier – 3rd place | €150 |
| B-Turnier – 4th place | €75 |
| B-Turnier – rating prizes in two groups | 2 × €40 |
| B-Turnier – best youth player | €40 |
| B-Turnier – best female player | €40 |
| B-Turnier – best player born in 1966 or earlier | €40 |
Main prizes use the Hort system among players on the same score. Special prizes follow tie-break order, and players cannot receive multiple prizes.
👥 Sections / Groups
A-Turnier
A-Turnier is for players from 1600 Elo. This group gives stronger club players a rated weekend tournament with 5 classical games.
B-Turnier
B-Turnier is for players up to 1700 Elo. It gives developing players and club competitors a separate group within the same event.
Special Prize Groups
Both groups include rating prizes, youth prizes, women’s prizes, and prizes for players born in 1966 or earlier. As a result, players can compete for both overall and category awards.
📅 Schedule
| Date | Time | Round / Activity |
|---|---|---|
| October 16, 2026 | 15:00–16:00 | Personal registration in the tournament hall |
| October 16, 2026 | 16:30 | Round 1 |
| October 17, 2026 | 10:00 | Round 2 |
| October 17, 2026 | 15:30 | Round 3 |
| October 18, 2026 | 09:30 | Round 4 |
| October 18, 2026 | 15:00 | Round 5 |
| October 18, 2026 | About 20 minutes after the last game | Prize ceremony |
📝 Registration
| Registration Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Registration method | Email registration or ChessManager registration |
| Required information | First name, last name, and selected group |
| Payment deadline | October 12, 2026 |
| A-Turnier entry fee | €25 |
| B-Turnier entry fee | €15 |
| Youth entry fee | Players born in 2008 or later: A-Turnier €20; B-Turnier €10 |
| Free entry | GM, IM, WGM, and WIM players |
| Late registration / on-site cash payment | Additional €10 |
| Capacity | Maximum 100 players |
| Payment recipient | chessXdream |
| Bank | FYRST Bank |
| IBAN | DE58 5007 0371 0054 6101 00 |
| BIC | DEUTDEFFS25 |
| Payment reference | Lautertal26, player name |
| Cancellation fee | €10 processing fee for entry cancellation and refund |
🏛️ Organizer
Organizer: Schachverein Reichenbach
Schachverein Reichenbach organizes the 3. Sparkassen Schachopen Lautertal 2026 in Lautertal-Gadernheim. The event brings players back to the established venue and offers a two-group rated weekend tournament with a clear schedule and a published prize fund.
Email: info@chessxdream.com
Phone: +49 175 2695811
📍 Venue
Heidenberghalle, Heidenbergstraße 18, 64686 Lautertal-Gadernheim, Germany
The tournament takes place at Heidenberghalle in Lautertal-Gadernheim. Players should use the full venue address for map navigation and arrive in time for the Friday afternoon personal registration period. Free parking is available at the venue.
🚆 How to Get There
Drivers can reach the venue via the A5 motorway, Bensheim exit. From there, they can follow the B47 toward Lindenfels, turn right in Gadernheim toward Kirchstraße, and continue to Heidenbergstraße.
Players using public transport can travel from Bensheim railway station by bus line 665 to Gadernheim. In addition, the venue address gives local players, families, and visitors a clear arrival point for the weekend tournament.
ℹ️ Other Practical Information
Tie-breaks use points first, then Buchholz, Buchholz sum, and number of wins. Therefore, every game can matter for both final ranking and prize order.
Tournament participation includes consent for the use of tournament data, results, games, photos, reports, and similar event material. Also, the tournament uses the latest Elo list available before the event for the starting rank list.
Overall, this event gives players a practical opportunity to play rated classical chess in Lautertal-Gadernheim during a compact weekend tournament.
Additional Details
Prize Fund (approx.) - $2,580
Organizer
♟️ About the Organizer
Schachclub Reichenbach e.V. is a local chess club in Reichenbach im Vogtland, Saxony, Germany. The club gives players a regular place for over-the-board chess, training, youth activity, and tournament preparation. Its chess activity uses local venues in Reichenbach, including Dittesschule Reichenbach and Haus der Vereine.
The club has a clear youth focus. Its membership structure includes many children and teenagers, which gives the Reichenbach chess scene a strong development base. In addition, youth training takes place on Fridays before the adult club session. This schedule helps younger players build confidence first, while adult players meet later for games, analysis, and club chess.
🏆 Chess Events and Activities
Schachclub Reichenbach e.V. organizes the Reichenbacher Einladungsturnier, a recurring weekend tournament in Reichenbach im Vogtland. Recent editions have used five Swiss-system rounds, FIDE rules, Swiss-Chess pairings, and both DWZ and international Elo evaluation. The tournament keeps a limited field, which supports a focused playing atmosphere and gives the event a clear competitive identity.
The event has grown through several editions. The 2025 tournament took place at Berufliches Schulzentrum Vogtland, while the 2026 edition uses Goethe-Gymnasium Reichenbach, Schulteil Friedensschule. In both cases, the format gives players a compact weekend with one Friday round, two Saturday rounds, and two Sunday rounds. As a result, competitors can play serious classical chess in Saxony without committing to a full week-long open.
The club also remains active in the Saxon chess structure. Its listed venues and player base connect Reichenbach players with regional chess activity, league play, rating lists, and youth competition. Therefore, local players can move from Friday training into rated tournament chess and broader Saxon competition.
🌍 Player Experience and Community
Players who visit Schachclub Reichenbach e.V. can expect a practical club setting with regular training, youth sessions, adult play, and tournament opportunities. The Friday rhythm gives the club a clear weekly structure. Moreover, the youth session before the adult club evening makes it easier for families and new players to join.
The club also offers a useful pathway for ambitious juniors. Children can start with local training, gain experience in club play, and then move into stronger events. In addition, the Reichenbacher Einladungsturnier gives talented young players a chance to meet experienced tournament competitors in a serious playing environment.
For visiting players, Schachclub Reichenbach e.V. provides a focused Vogtland chess tournament setting. The invitation tournament uses clear regulations, a classical time control, rating evaluation, and a manageable field. Overall, the club combines local chess activity, youth development, and competitive over-the-board events in Reichenbach im Vogtland.
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