The XXIV Week-End Valbisagno 2026 takes place from October 2–4, 2026, in Genoa, Italy. The tournament returns for its 24th edition at the representative hall of Municipio Bassa Val Bisagno in Piazza Manzoni.

Circolo Scacchistico U.S. ACLI Santa Sabina runs two rating-based sections over five Swiss-system rounds. Tournament A serves players rated above 1700, while Tournament B welcomes unrated players and participants rated below 1750.

Moreover, the published prizes total at least €1,150 / approximately $1,330, plus additional rating and age-category awards. The organizer limits the combined field to 60 players, so early registration and payment are important.

📌 Event Details

⏱️ Time Control & Pairings

The organizer runs five rounds using the FIDE Swiss Dutch system. Players receive 90 minutes for the game plus a 30-second increment from move one.

Moreover, every player must record the moves throughout the game.

A player who arrives more than 30 minutes after the scheduled starting time may not play the game.

Tie-Breaks

The organizer applies the following tie-breaks in sequence:

First-Round Bye

Players may request a half-point bye for Round 1. However, they must inform the tournament director by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, October 2.

🏆 Prize Fund

The published cash prizes total €1,150 / approximately $1,330. In addition, the organizer plans further rating and age-category prizes.

Tournament A Prizes

Tournament A total: €700 / approximately $810.

Tournament B Prizes

Tournament B total: €450 / approximately $520.

Additional Awards

The organizer also plans additional prizes based on:

• Rating categories
• Age categories

The regulations do not specify the values or exact category thresholds for these additional awards.

Prize Conditions

Prizes are indivisible and non-cumulative. Therefore, one player cannot combine several awards.

The organizer does not distribute prizes before the closing ceremony. Prize recipients should also have the following information available:

• Italian tax identification number or relevant tax details
• IBAN
• BIC/SWIFT code

♟️ Sections / Groups

The tournament consists of two separate pairing groups.

The published thresholds overlap between 1701 and 1749. Consequently, players within that rating range meet the stated rating condition for either section.

Italian participants must hold valid FSI membership for 2026. Meanwhile, foreign players must have a FIDE Identity Number.

The organizer accepts no more than 60 players in total across Tournament A and Tournament B.

📅 Schedule

All times use local time in Genoa.

📝 Registration

Players must complete their registration by September 30, 2026.

Pre-registration through Vesus is mandatory. However, Vesus registration alone does not complete the entry. Players must also pay the entry fee by bank transfer and email a copy of the payment receipt to the organizer.

Entry Fees

Santa Sabina Member Discounts

Registration Procedure

1. Complete the mandatory preliminary registration on Vesus:
   https://vesus.org/tournament/bqrKvto0
2. Pay the applicable entry fee by bank transfer.
3. Use a payment reference containing:
   • “Iscrizione Torneo Valbisagno”
   • Player’s full name
   • Tournament A or Tournament B
4. Email the payment receipt and the player’s full name to:
   santasabinascacchi@gmail.com

Bank Transfer Details

Registration becomes final only after the organizer receives the bank transfer and supporting email.

If registrations exceed the 60-player capacity, the organizer accepts players according to the date on which it receives each bank transfer.

🏛️ Organizer

📍 Venue

Salone di rappresentanza del Municipio Bassa Val Bisagno – Piazza Manzoni 1, Genoa, Italy.

The tournament takes place in the representative hall of Municipio Bassa Val Bisagno. The municipal venue lies near Genova Brignole railway station and within Genoa’s Bassa Val Bisagno district.

The City of Genoa and Municipio Bassa Val Bisagno provide their patronage for the event.

🚆 How to Get There

The regulations provide practical access information from Genova Brignole station and nearby public transport.

Official Transport Resources

Italian rail journey planner:
https://www.trenitalia.com/

Genoa public transport:
https://www.amt.genova.it/

Public transport schedules may change. Therefore, players should check the official journey planners shortly before traveling.

ℹ️ Other Information

Tournament Rules

The organizer applies the FSI and FIDE regulations in force on the tournament dates. Moreover, the organizer requires all players to record their moves.

Italian and Foreign Players

Italian players need valid FSI membership for the 2026 season.

Foreign players must hold a FIDE Identity Number before participating.

Capacity

The combined capacity for Tournament A and Tournament B is 60 players.

If entries exceed this limit, the organizer uses the date of receipt of the bank transfer to determine acceptance order.

Prize Payments

The organizer does not distribute prizes before the closing ceremony. In addition, prizes cannot be divided or accumulated.

Prize recipients should bring the information needed for payment, including their tax identification details, IBAN, and BIC/SWIFT code.

Registration, Entries and Results

Vesus publishes the tournament registration page and will provide the participant information, pairings, standings, and results:

https://vesus.org/tournament/bqrKvto0

Official Organizer Website

https://www.santasabinascacchi.it/