Tut Gardol en Rapid! 2026 brings seven rounds of FIDE-rated rapid chess to Gardolo on September 13. A.D. Scacchi Nettuno Gardolo organizes the event at its Via Soprassasso venue as part of the local Tut Gardol festival program. Moreover, the tournament combines a low entry fee, a compact afternoon schedule, and a maximum field of 70 players.
Each player receives 10 minutes plus five seconds per move. The organizer publishes the full cash-prize breakdown, category gifts, tie-break system, registration deadline, federation requirement, and suggested parking areas. Therefore, participants should pre-register before the deadline and should not rely on parking directly beside the venue. Finally, the organizer submits the games for FIDE rapid rating.
π Event Details
| π Date | September 13, 2026 |
| π Location | Gardolo, Trento, Italy |
| π Venue | A.D. Scacchi Nettuno Gardolo β Via Soprassasso 1, 38121 Gardolo, Trento, Italy |
| π’ Organizer | A.D. Scacchi Nettuno Gardolo |
| βοΈ Format | Individual Swiss-system rapid tournament |
| π’ Rounds | 7 |
| β±οΈ Time Control | 10 minutes plus 5 seconds per move |
| π Rating | FIDE rapid rating |
| βοΈ Tie-Breaks | Direct Encounter, Buchholz Cut 1, Sonneborn-Berger, Average Performance Rating |
| π₯ Maximum Field | 70 players |
| π Chess-Results | https://chess-results.com/tnr1437302.aspx?lan=1 |
β±οΈ Time Control & Pairings
Each participant receives 10 minutes and a five-second increment from move one. In addition, the organizer uses seven Swiss rounds and calculates the ranking through the published tie-break sequence.
The performance calculation treats the Italian rating as equivalent to FIDE rating under the event rules. Consequently, players should provide accurate federation and rating information during registration.
π Prize Fund
Total Prize Fund: β¬220 / approx. $260.
| Place | Cash Prize |
|---|---|
| 1st Place | β¬100 |
| 2nd Place | β¬70 |
| 3rd Place | β¬50 |
Moreover, the organizer offers non-cash gifts in the U1800, U1600, and U18 categories. Those gifts do not form part of the monetary total.
π Eligibility
Participants need a valid 2026 Italian Chess Federation membership in the applicable Agonistic, Ordinary, or Junior category. Players who still need membership may request club assistance by September 6.
Therefore, an unregistered player should contact the organizer before paying the tournament fee. The federation and club must complete the membership process before the event.
ποΈ Schedule
| Date | Time | Activity |
|---|---|---|
| September 12 | 23:59 | Online registration deadline |
| September 13 | 13:45 | Check-in and confirmation |
| September 13 | 14:00 | Round 1 |
| September 13 | Afternoon | Rounds 2β7 |
| September 13 | 18:30 | Awards ceremony |
π Registration
The entry fee amounts to β¬10. Players must pre-register through Vesus before September 12 at 23:59.
Because the field contains only 70 places, participants should also complete the required payment procedure and check their acceptance. In addition, they can contact ad.scacchi.nettuno.gardolo@gmail.com with tournament questions.
π€ Organizer
| Organizer | A.D. Scacchi Nettuno Gardolo |
| Contact Person | Edoardo Tronconi |
| ad.scacchi.nettuno.gardolo@gmail.com | |
| Phone 1 | +39 346 3053338 |
| Phone 2 | +39 347 9151077 |
| Website | http://nettunoscacchi.org |
| Registration | https://vesus.org/tournament/3OjqLFz4 |
π Venue
A.D. Scacchi Nettuno Gardolo β Via Soprassasso 1, 38121 Gardolo, Trento, Italy. The club venue stands in Gardolo, north of central Trento. The tournament coincides with the local festival period, which may increase traffic and reduce nearby parking.
The organizer therefore recommends alternative parking areas instead of relying on the spaces immediately beside the club. Players should arrive early enough to walk from the selected parking area and complete check-in by 13:45.
π How to Get There
| Travel Option | Practical Information |
|---|---|
| From Trento | Use Trentino Trasporti services toward Gardolo or take a taxi from Trento railway station. |
| By Regional Rail | Use the TrentoβMalΓ¨ corridor toward Gardolo, then complete the final section on foot or by local transport. Check the Sunday timetable. |
| By Car | Use the organizerβs suggested areas at Piazzale Neufahrn, the municipal swimming pool, Poli, or Eurospin because festival activity may restrict normal parking. |
| From Verona Airport | Continue to Trento by airport transfer and rail, then use local transport to Gardolo. |
| From Bolzano | Take the main railway line to Trento and continue locally, or drive via the A22 corridor. |
π¨ Accommodation Near the Venue
The organizer has not announced an official hotel. Consequently, Gardolo and northern Trento provide the most practical search area.
| Accommodation Option | Location and Practical Notes |
|---|---|
| Hotel Capitol | Located in the northern Trento and Gardolo area with road access and parking. See https://www.hotelcapitoltrento.com/. |
| Hotel Everest | Located in Trento with local transport or taxi access toward Gardolo. See https://www.hoteleverest.it/en/. |
| Gardolo and Spini di Gardolo Apartments | Local apartments and B&Bs can reduce the final journey. However, guests should confirm Sunday transport and check-in times. |
βΉοΈ Other Information
- Mandatory pre-registration closes at 23:59 on September 12.
- The field contains no more than 70 players.
- Festival activity may affect traffic and parking around the club.
- The regulations include photography and tournament-data provisions.
- Players must provide correct federation details for FIDE rapid rating.
π Official Resources
Tournament organizer
A.D. Scacchi Nettuno Gardolo/Trento
A.D. Scacchi Nettuno Gardolo/Trento is a long-established chess club based in Gardolo, Trento, Italy. Founded in 1981 as Circolo Scacchi e Damaβ¦
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