Based in Lagos, Algarve, AFn Gil Eanes is a community-driven chess tournament organizer that blends development work with competitive ambitions. The club runs FIDE-rated chess tournaments—including open, rapid, and blitz—while nurturing juniors and adult improvers through training and club activities. Its flagship event, the International Chess Open “Cidade de Lagos,” has become a standout on the Portugal chess calendar, attracting local talents and visiting players and boosting the visibility of Lagos chess across the Algarve.

Backed by municipal partners and the regional chess ecosystem, AFn Gil Eanes delivers reliable logistics, qualified arbiters, and friendly venues that players appreciate. For competitors seeking well-run FIDE-rated events in Portugal, the club offers a consistent schedule, fair-play standards, and a welcoming atmosphere that supports progression from club level to stronger competitive fields—making it a solid reference point for Algarve chess events.