3rd Open International Chess Tournament Dubrovnik Advent 2025
The 3rd Open International Chess Tournament Dubrovnik Advent 2025 invites players to enjoy classical chess in one of Europe’s most beautiful coastal cities. Held during the festive Advent season, the event offers strong competition and a friendly atmosphere.
Organized by the Dubrovnik Chess Club with support from the Croatian Chess Federation, this FIDE-rated open provides professional conditions and attractive prizes.
Event Details
| 📅 Dates | 6–12 December 2025 |
| 📍 Location | Dubrovnik, Croatia |
| 💰 Prize Fund | €6,000 total |
| 🏁 Tournament Type | International Open • FIDE rated |
| 🧩 Tournament System | Swiss system |
| 🔢 Number of Rounds | 9 |
| ⏱️ Time Control | 90 minutes for 40 moves + 30 minutes to finish + 30 seconds increment from move 1 |
| ⏰ Default Time | 30 minutes |
| 📆 Registration Deadline | 1 December 2025 |
| 👥 Maximum Players | 120 players |
| 🏢 Organizer | Chess Club Dubrovnik |
| ✉️ Email | info@dubrovnikchess.com |
| ☎️ Phone | +385 98 765 4321 |
| 🔗 Official Website | www.dubrovnikchess.com |
Prize Fund & Breakdown
| Place / Category | Prize (€) |
|---|---|
| 1st place | 1,000 |
| 2nd place | 800 |
| 3rd place | 600 |
| 4th place | 400 |
| 5th place | 300 |
| 6th–10th places | 250 – 150 |
| Best Female Player | 150 |
| Best Senior (50+) | 150 |
| Best Junior (U18) | 150 |
| Best Local Player | 100 |
Time Control & Pairings
- System: 9-round Swiss
- Rated: FIDE Classical
- Time Control: 90 min for 40 moves + 30 min + 30 sec increment
- Tiebreaks: Buchholz Cut-1, Buchholz, Sonneborn-Berger, number of wins
Sections / Groups
| Section | Eligibility / Notes |
|---|---|
| Open A | FIDE-rated players of all levels |
| Open B (if formed) | Players rated <1800 or beginners |
| Blitz Event | Separate evening tournament with its own prizes |
Schedule
| Date | Event / Round | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 5 Dec | Arrival & Registration | All day |
| 6 Dec | Opening Ceremony & Round 1 | 16:00 |
| 7–11 Dec | Rounds 2–8 | 16:00 daily |
| 12 Dec | Round 9 & Closing | 10:00 |
| 12 Dec | Departure | After 14:00 |
Registration
- Deadline: 1 December 2025
- Entry Fee: €50 (GM/IM/WGM/WIM free)
- Payment: Cash before Round 1 or bank transfer
- Confirmation: Valid after fee payment
Organizer
The Dubrovnik Chess Club, founded in 1949, is one of Croatia’s oldest chess institutions and host of the historic 1950 Chess Olympiad.
- Email: info@dubrovnikchess.com
- Phone: +385 98 765 4321
- Website: www.dubrovnikchess.com
Venue
Hotel Lero, Iva Vojnovića 14, 20000 Dubrovnik, Croatia
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Accommodation
Official venue Hotel Lero and nearby hotels/guesthouses offer player discounts for early bookings.
How to Get There
- By Air: Dubrovnik Airport (DBV) → 25 minutes by taxi or shuttle
- By Bus: Regular lines from Zagreb, Split, neighboring countries
- By Car: Via D8 Adriatic Highway
Enjoy classical chess by the Adriatic — join the Dubrovnik Advent Open 2025 this December!