The 3rd Munich Chess Festival is set to take place from May 29 to June 14, 2025, in Munich, Germany. Organized by Schachfestival München e.V., this comprehensive event features a series of tournaments catering to players of all levels, from aspiring masters to seasoned professionals.
🗓️ Festival Schedule & Key Tournaments
The festival encompasses several key tournaments:
- Munich Open
- Dates: May 29 – June 2, 2025
- Venue: Kulturhaus Milbertshofen, Curt-Mezger-Platz 1, 80809 Munich
- Format: 9-round Swiss system for A-Tournament; 7-round Swiss system for B-Tournament
- Time Control: 90 minutes plus 30 seconds increment per move
- Eligibility:
- A-Tournament: Players with Elo above 1900 (limited exceptions for those below)
- B-Tournament: Players with Elo below 2000
- Prize Fund: €6,000 (guaranteed with minimum participants: 90 in A, 25 in B)
- Norm Tournaments (GM & IM)
- Dates: June 3 – 7, 2025
- Venue: Salesianum, St. Wolfgang-Platz 1, Munich
- Format: 9-round Round Robin
- Time Control: 90 minutes plus 30 seconds increment per move
- Groups:
- Group 1: GM Tournament
- Group 2: IM Tournament
- Group 3: GM Tournament
- Entry Fees:
- IM Tournament (Elo 2100–2450): €150–€550
- GM Tournament (Elo 2200–2550): €250–€650
- Prize Fund: €6,000
- International Whitsun Open
- Dates: June 8 – 14, 2025
- Venue: Gymnasium Moosach, Gerastraße 6, 80893 Munich
- Format: 9-round Swiss system
- Time Control: 90 minutes plus 30 seconds increment per move
- Eligibility:
- A-Open: Players with Elo above 2000 (limited exceptions for those below)
- B-Open: Players with Elo below 2100
- Prize Fund: €20,000 (guaranteed with minimum participants: 120 in A, 90 in B)
🏆 Additional Tournaments
The festival also includes:
- Munich Senior Open: June 8 – 14, 2025
- Eligibility: Players born in 1965 or earlier
- Format: 7-round Swiss system
- Time Control: 60 minutes plus 30 seconds increment per move
- Prize Fund: €1,500 (guaranteed with minimum 60 participants)
- Munich Youth Open: June 9 – 13, 2025
- Age Groups: U8 to U18
- Format: 9-round Swiss system
- Time Control: 30 minutes plus 30 seconds increment per move for U8–U12; 60 minutes plus 30 seconds increment per move for U14–U18
- Prizes: Cups for top three and best girl in each age group
💶 Registration & Accommodation
- Entry Fees:
- Munich Open:
- A-Tournament: Adults €100; Youth (born 2007 or later) €70
- B-Tournament: Adults €70; Youth €50
- Titled Players (GM/IM/WGM/WIM): Free
- International Whitsun Open:
- A-Open: Adults €100; Youth €80
- B-Open: Adults €90; Youth €60
- Titled Players (GM/IM/WGM/WIM): Free
- Munich Open:
- Accommodation: Special rates are available for participants:
- Double Room: €59 per person
- Single Room: €99
🌐 Registration & Contact
To register, visit the official website: schachfestivalmuenchen.de.
For inquiries, contact:
Email: info@schachfestivalmuenchen.de
Phone: +49 151 23553443
Join the 3rd Munich Chess Festival for an enriching chess experience amidst the cultural backdrop of Munich. Whether you’re aiming for a title norm or seeking competitive play, this festival offers a platform for all chess enthusiasts.
