About SGEM Schwäbisch Gmünd 1872 e.V.
SGEM Schwäbisch Gmünd 1872 e.V. is one of the oldest chess tournament organizers in Württemberg, with a program that spans FIDE-rated open, rapid, and blitz events, structured junior training, and inclusive club nights for all levels. The club is known for clear regulations, qualified arbiters, and friendly venues that help players gain practical experience and improve ratings—making it a reliable hub for open chess events in Baden-Württemberg and the wider Ostalb region.
A cornerstone of the local calendar, SGEM’s events emphasize fair play, smooth logistics, and development pathways from beginner to competitive play. The club is closely associated with the annual Staufer Open in Schwäbisch Gmünd—one of Germany’s biggest early-January festivals—drawing large national and international fields and strengthening the visibility of German chess tournaments.
Contact
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Club Venue (Spiellokal): Haus des Handwerks (IKK), Nebeneingang rechte Giebelseite, 1. Stock, Leutzestraße 53, 73525 Schwäbisch Gmünd, Germany
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Phone: +49 1520 4754415
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Email: a.strohmaier@sgem-gmuend.de; g.friedrich@sgem-gmuend.de
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Website: https://www.sgem-gmuend.de
Tournaments by this Organizer
Past
36. Staufer-Open 2026
Congress-Centrum Stadtgarten, Rektor-Klaus-Straße 9, 73525 Schwäbisch Gmünd, Germany · Germany
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