Zürcher Weihnachtsopen 2025
Zürcher Weihnachtsopen 2025
The Zürcher Weihnachtsopen 2025 invites chess players from across Switzerland and Europe to finish the year with five days of classical chess in the beautiful city of Zurich.
Hosted by the Zürich Chess Club, one of the oldest and most respected clubs in the world, the tournament combines Swiss precision, warm hospitality, and festive winter charm.
Event Details
| 📅 Dates | 26 – 30 December 2025 |
| 📍 Location | Zurich, Switzerland |
| 💰 Prize Fund | CHF 7 500 total |
| 🏁 Tournament Type | FIDE-rated International Open |
| 🧩 Tournament System | Swiss system |
| 🔢 Number of Rounds | 9 |
| ⏱️ Time Control | 90 minutes + 30 seconds increment per move |
| ⏰ Late Arrival | 30 minutes default time |
| 📆 Registration Deadline | 24 December 2025 |
| 👥 Maximum Players | 250 |
| 🏢 Organizer | Zürich Chess Club |
| ✉️ Email | info@weihnachtsopen.ch |
| ☎️ Phone | +41 44 211 91 22 |
| 🔗 Official Website | weihnachtsopen.ch |
Prize Fund & Breakdown
| Place | Prize (CHF) |
|---|---|
| 1st | 2 000 |
| 2nd | 1 200 |
| 3rd | 800 |
| 4th – 10th | 600 – 200 |
| Best Woman / Senior / Junior | 100 each |
Time Control & Tournament System
System: 9-round Swiss, FIDE-rated.
Time control: 90 min + 30 sec increment per move.
Tiebreaks: Buchholz, Sonneborn-Berger.
Sections / Groups
| Group | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Open A | All players (≥ 1800 Elo recommended) |
| Open B | Under 2000 Elo |
| Open C | Under 1600 Elo |
Schedule
| Date | Activity / Round | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 26 | Registration & Round 1 | 14:00 |
| Dec 27 – 29 | Rounds 2 – 8 | 10:00 & 16:00 |
| Dec 30 | Round 9 & Closing | 10:00 & 15:00 |
Registration
Register via weihnachtsopen.ch by 24 Dec 2025. Entry fee CHF 70 (adults) / CHF 50 (juniors). FIDE ID required.
Organizer
Zürich Chess Club, established in 1809, hosts internationally renowned events and upholds a century-long tradition of excellence and sportsmanship.
Email: info@weihnachtsopen.ch • Phone: +41 44 211 91 22 • Website: weihnachtsopen.ch
Venue
Volkshaus Zürich — Stauffacherstrasse 60, 8004 Zurich
Accommodation
Partner hotels in central Zurich offer discount rates for players. Early booking is advised.
How to Get There
- By Air: Zurich Airport (12 km).
- By Train: Main station 10 min walk.
- By Car: Public parking near Volkshaus.
End your year in Zurich — a beautiful mix of winter charm and classical chess excellence at the Zürcher Weihnachtsopen 2025.