The San Bernardino 2 Days Open 2026 is a compact Swiss Chess Tour event played in the alpine resort of San Bernardino, part of the municipality of Mesocco. A tight two-day schedule delivers classical, FIDE-rated chess in a scenic mountain setting.
📌 Event Details
| 📅 Dates | 6 – 7 June 2026 |
| 📍 Location | San Bernardino (Mesocco), Graubünden, Switzerland |
| 🏟️ Venue | Hotel Lido, San Bernardino |
| 🏁 Tournament Type | FIDE-rated Open (Swiss Chess Tour) |
| 🧩 Tournament System | Swiss System |
| ⏱️ Time Control | 60 minutes + 30 seconds increment from move 1 |
| ⏰ Default Time | 15 minutes |
| 🏢 Organizer | Swiss Chess Tour (coord. Claudio Boschetti) |
⏱️ Regulations
- FIDE Laws of Chess and Swiss-Manager pairings.
- No draw offers before move 30.
- Tiebreaks: Buchholz, Sonneborn–Berger, Direct Encounter.
- FIDE ID required for all players.
📅 Schedule
Two-day format (morning/afternoon/evening cadence on Day 1, morning/afternoon on Day 2), with awards immediately after the final round.
💰 Prizes
Overall and Elo-band prizes (plus junior/women awards) are typical for Swiss Chess Tour weekend events; prizes are awarded only to players present at the ceremony.
🏟️ Venue
Hotel Lido, San Bernardino (Mesocco) – cozy alpine venue with a tournament hall near the lake and walking trails; on-site catering options.
🛏️ Accommodation
- Rooms available at Hotel Lido (single/double).
- Additional lodgings in San Bernardino area (Mesocco).
- Early booking is recommended.
🚉 How to Get There
- By Car: A13 (E43) San Bernardino route → exit for San Bernardino; parking near the venue.
- By Train/Bus: Swiss rail to Bellinzona or Thusis, then PostBus to San Bernardino.
- Nearest airports: Zurich (ZRH), Milan Malpensa (MXP); onward by train/bus.
The San Bernardino 2 Days Open 2026 is a compact, challenging event combining classical chess with a mountain retreat atmosphere—perfect for players who want a strong tournament in a tight schedule and beautiful surroundings.
Organizer
Swiss Chess Tour is a Swiss chess events organization based in Melano (Ticino), Switzerland. It operates as an experienced tournament organizer that delivers well-structured weekend competitions across the country. Over the years, it has become a familiar name on the Swiss chess calendar for reliable communication and consistent playing conditions.
In addition, Swiss Chess Tour runs a broad series of open chess tournament events under the Swiss Chess Tour banner. It organizes the Stein am Rhein Open 1/26 — Swiss City Open, a FIDE-rated tournament played in classical chess with a compact multi-round schedule. Moreover, its wider program often includes rapid chess and blitz side events at selected festivals and venues.
Furthermore, the team prioritizes fair play, punctual rounds, and smooth on-site logistics for local and visiting players. As a result, many participants follow the circuit from city to city for consistent organization and a welcoming competitive atmosphere.
