The 3rd Schwaigern Open 2027 takes place on May 6–9, 2027, at Horst-Haug-Halle in Schwaigern, Baden-Württemberg, Germany. Organized by SchachFreunde Schwaigern 2009 e.V., the event brings the club’s open chess tournament back to the town’s multipurpose sports hall.

Players enter one of three separate groups: A-Turnier, B-Turnier or C-Turnier. The organizer has opened online registration and provides a separate participant list and bye-information page. Entrants should choose their group according to the current tournament invitation and provide a valid FIDE identification number.

The venue is located near Schwaigern’s sports grounds, with regional S4 Stadtbahn connections via Heilbronn, Eppingen and Karlsruhe. Players can find registration guidance, accommodation options, dining suggestions and practical arrival information below.

📌 Event Details

⏱️ Time Control & Pairings

The Schwaigern Open offers three independent over-the-board playing groups, with separate participant records and subsequent pairings. Each group follows the tournament’s current edition-specific regulations; competitors should use the 2027 invitation on the official tournament page when choosing a section.

The organizer also maintains a dedicated Bye-Liste. Players considering a half-point bye should check the published conditions and ask the tournament team before submitting a request. A FIDE ID is required by the online entry form, so players without one should arrange the appropriate federation registration before applying.

♟️ Sections / Groups

The 2027 registration system distinguishes A-Turnier, B-Turnier and C-Turnier. Each is a separate competition rather than an award category within one undivided Open. In addition, the entry list displays the same grouping, helping players confirm their placement.

Section eligibility should be checked against the 2027 invitation rather than assumed from a previous edition. Players whose rating changes after entry should contact the organizer before the start of the event.

📅 Schedule

The event runs from May 6 to May 9, 2027. All local times are in Central European Summer Time (UTC+2). The detailed round timetable is provided through the organizer’s official 2027 invitation.

Before booking travel, review the first-round and final-round times, as the hall is separate from Schwaigern’s railway station. Those traveling from farther away may prefer to arrive on May 5 and depart on May 10.

📝 Registration

Register on the club’s official tournament form linked in Event Details. The form asks for the player’s first and last name, club, email address, date of birth, FIDE ID and selected group; mobile number is optional. Entrants should submit one application for the appropriate A, B or C competition.

After applying, check the listed participant information and notify the organizer if your name, club or tournament section needs correction. The entry fee, advance-payment terms and any discounts are governed by the official 2027 invitation, linked from the event website. The external form remains within this article; the MyChess.Events sidebar registration destination is unchanged.

🏛️ Organizer

SchachFreunde Schwaigern 2009 e.V. runs the Schwaigern Open and other chess activities in the Heilbronn district. In addition to local club and youth chess, the association organizes competitions for players of different strengths.

The Open takes place in the larger Horst-Haug-Halle rather than at the club’s regular venue on Heilbronner Straße. For more information about the association, see the existing SchachFreunde Schwaigern 2009 profile on MyChess.Events.

📍 Venue

Horst-Haug-Halle is located at Falltorstraße 14, 74193 Schwaigern, Baden-Württemberg, Germany. The club specifically lists this sports and event hall as its Schwaigern Open location, separate from its ordinary weekly chess meeting place.

The hall sits by the town’s sports grounds, and the organizer notes parking around the sports field. Some directories and older event documents use different street numbers on Falltorstraße; therefore, use Horst-Haug-Halle together with the club’s current address when navigating.

Nearby Restaurants and Cafés

The following local options provide food around the sports area and town center. Check actual opening hours for May 2027, especially between games; the venues are independently operated and not part of an announced tournament meal package.

🏨 Accommodation

The playing hall is not a hotel. Fortunately, Schwaigern offers small hotels and guesthouses, while Heilbronn provides further choices on the S4 rail corridor. The properties below have published addresses; room availability for May 6–9 should be confirmed before booking.

For an unhurried tournament visit, arriving on May 5 and leaving on May 10 may provide a useful buffer around the first and final playing days. These dates are optional travel suggestions, not organizer-mandated accommodations.

🚆 How to Get There

Travel to Horst-Haug-Halle, Falltorstraße 14, Schwaigern. The regional Stadtbahn line S4 serves Schwaigern and provides connections with larger rail networks. After reaching the station, allow time for the final local transfer to the sports hall.

The last day is May 9. Check the final-round and prize presentation times in the 2027 organizer invitation before committing to a tightly timed return train or flight.

ℹ️ Other Information

The Schwaigern Open is part of the club’s wider chess program, which also includes junior, women’s and local club competitions. The 2027 event has separate registration categories and participant records for its three groups.

Participants should bring their entry confirmation and ensure their FIDE identification details are correct. The organizer’s bye list and event instructions should be reviewed before travel, especially when requesting schedule flexibility. For any special assistance at the venue, contact the club in advance.