Puerto Madryn International Chess Open 2026
Puerto Madryn International Chess Open 2026 will take place from August 14 to 17, 2026, in Puerto Madryn, Chubut.
Moreover, the six-round Swiss tournament uses 90 minutes plus a 30-second increment from move one.
In addition, the published prize fund is ARS 3,000,000 / approx. $2,070.
Meanwhile, Puerto Madryn gives visiting players a broad choice of hotels and restaurants along the Golfo Nuevo coastline.
Therefore, participants should confirm the final playing address, entry procedure and daily timetable with the local organizers.
🗓️ Event Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| 📅 Dates | August 14–17, 2026 |
| 📍 Location | Puerto Madryn, Chubut, Argentina |
| ♟️ Format | 6-round Swiss system |
| ⏱️ Time Control | 90 minutes + 30 seconds per move |
| 💰 Prize Fund | ARS 3,000,000 / approx. $2,070 |
| 👤 Organizer | Círculo de Ajedrez Peones del Sur and Federación de Ajedrez Chubutense |
| 🌐 Chess-Results | https://chess-results.com/tnr1425390.aspx?lan=1 |
⏱️ Time Control & Pairings
The open consists of six Swiss-system rounds. Each player receives 90 minutes for the game with a 30-second increment after every move.
The four-day schedule provides a full classical competition while leaving time for travel and activities in Puerto Madryn.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| System | Swiss system |
| Rounds | 6 |
| Time Control | 90 minutes + 30 seconds per move |
Moreover, players should check the published pairings before every round and report any discrepancy immediately. Therefore, each participant should arrive early enough to find the board, prepare the scoresheet when required and follow the arbiter’s instructions.
🏆 Prize Fund
The published prize fund is ARS 3,000,000 / approx. $2,070.
The published prize fund is ARS 3,000,000 / approx. $2,070.
📝 Registration
In addition, players should retain their payment or registration confirmation and verify that the organizer has added their name to the official participant list.
Meanwhile, international players should check whether the tournament requires a FIDE ID, federation membership, visa documentation or other eligibility evidence.
👤 Organizer
| Organizer Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organizers | Círculo de Ajedrez Peones del Sur and Federación de Ajedrez Chubutense |
| Representatives | Gustavo Vettori and Juan Carlos Malvicino |
| Chief Arbiter | IA Juan Durán |
| Federation Email | federacion.argentina.ajedrez@gmail.com |
| Federation Phone | +54 11 4709-7727 |
📍 Venue
Tournament venue – Puerto Madryn, Chubut, Argentina
The organizer will stage all six rounds in Puerto Madryn. Players should request the precise playing address before selecting daily transport.
The city provides hotels, apartments, restaurants and visitor services across the coastal and central districts.
🏨 Accommodation
Puerto Madryn has a wide accommodation range; however, August also attracts wildlife visitors.
Therefore, players should reserve rooms early after the organizer confirms the venue and reporting times.
🚆 How to Get There
El Tehuelche Airport serves Puerto Madryn, while Trelew Airport provides another important regional gateway.
Long-distance buses and road links also connect the city with other parts of Patagonia and Argentina.
| Travel Option | Practical Information |
|---|---|
| By Air | Use El Tehuelche Airport or Trelew Airport, then continue by taxi or transfer. |
| By Bus | Long-distance services arrive at Puerto Madryn’s bus terminal. |
| By Car | Use the confirmed playing address once the organizer publishes it. |
| Accommodation | Book early because August overlaps with the regional wildlife-travel season. |
ℹ️ Other Information
The organizer applies the current FIDE Laws of Chess and the event-specific regulations. Moreover, participants should follow all arbiter instructions, fair-play requirements and venue rules.
In addition, players should recheck the official sources shortly before travel because the organizer may publish operational updates, room assignments or timetable adjustments.
Key Tournament Rules
| Rule | Information |
|---|---|
| Rounds | 6 |
| Time Control | 90 minutes + 30 seconds per move |
Official Resources
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| FADA | https://federacionargentinadeajedrez.org/ |
| Chess-Results | https://chess-results.com/tnr1425390.aspx?lan=1 |
Additional Details
Prize Fund (approx.) - $2,070
Organizer
♟️ About the Organizer
Círculo de Ajedrez Peones del Sur is a chess club and tournament organizer based in Puerto Madryn, Chubut, Argentina. Founded in 2009, the club has developed into one of the province’s most active chess organizations. It has approximately 100 active members, with children and young players representing a substantial part of its membership. Peones del Sur also conducts chess activities through local universities, primary schools, and secondary schools, emphasizing accessible chess education and participation across different ages and playing strengths. The club was one of the founding organizations of the Federación de Ajedrez Chubutense, established in 2010 to coordinate and promote organized chess throughout Chubut.
🏆 Tournaments and Competitive Chess
The club organizes a comprehensive program of over-the-board events, including classical, rapid, youth, category-based, and internationally rated competitions. Its principal event is the Abierto Internacional de Ajedrez Ciudad de Puerto Madryn, which attracts titled players and competitors from different parts of Argentina and abroad. Peones del Sur also conducts first-, second-, third-, and fourth-category championships, monthly rapid tournaments, summer competitions, and the annual Gran Prix Peones del Sur. These events provide a structured progression system through which developing players can gain experience and advance to higher competitive categories. The club’s teams have also achieved strong results in the Chubut Provincial Team Championship, winning three consecutive titles through 2025 and finishing second in the 2026 competition.
🌱 Chess Education and Community Development
Peones del Sur combines competitive chess with educational, cultural, and community initiatives. Its programs include classes for children, teenagers, adults, and senior players, along with inclusive chess activities and events designed to connect the club with schools and neighbourhood organizations. In October 2025, the club inaugurated its own chess premises in Puerto Madryn, creating a dedicated space for daily lessons, tournaments, workshops, and community meetings. The new venue strengthened the club’s ability to receive new students and expand its local activities. The organization also works with the Municipality of Puerto Madryn, educational institutions, the Federación de Ajedrez Chubutense, and other regional clubs to support the continued development of chess in Patagonia.
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