Mark your calendar for the Sternsinger Benefiz-Turnier Obermenzing 2026 on Sunday, 4 January 2026 in Munich, Germany. Hosted in the parish community hall of Leiden Christi, this rapid-chess charity event channels all entry fees directly to the Sternsinger initiative, turning every move on the board into tangible support for children’s projects. The tournament runs as a compact, well-timed Sunday afternoon competition—ideal for club players, juniors, and families after the holidays.

Expect a friendly atmosphere and clear regulations: a 7-round Swiss at rapid cadence (12 minutes plus 5 seconds per move), capped at 40 participants to ensure smooth logistics. Pre-registration with a valid FIDE ID is required, ratings are submitted for Elo evaluation, and the organisers provide practical guidance on arrival and transport so you can focus on your games and enjoy a purposeful chess day.

🗓️ Event Details

⏱️ Time Control & Pairings

• Rapid chess: 12+5 for every game.

• 7 rounds, Swiss-system pairings.

• Latest published ratings and standard rapid rules apply; results submitted for Elo rating.

📂 Sections / Groups

📅 Schedule

📝 Registration

• Pre-registration is mandatory; players must provide their FIDE ID.

• Entry fees: €20 adults, €10 juniors (pay on site unless otherwise instructed).

• Capacity is limited to 40; early sign-up is recommended.

• Event page and details: https://www.schach-obermenzing.de/benefiz-turnier/

• Data/privacy: By entering, players (or guardians) consent to publication of photos, results, and reports about the event.

👥 Organizer

Schach-Club Obermenzing e.V. — local Munich chess club running this annual Sternsinger charity rapid tournament with a focus on fair play, smooth scheduling, and a welcoming, community-driven atmosphere.

• Email: info@schach-obermenzing.de

• Website: https://www.schach-obermenzing.de/benefiz-turnier/

🏨 Venue

Pfarrheim Leiden Christi, Passionistenstraße 12, 81247 München
Parish hall in the Obermenzing district of Munich, offering a quiet, well-lit playing space suited to a rapid Swiss. The hall is a short walk from local bus stops and provides a simple, convenient setting for an afternoon tournament.

🛎️ Accommodation

This is a single-day event; participants typically do not require accommodation. Players traveling from outside Munich can choose from numerous hotels and guesthouses across the city—Obermenzing, Pasing, or central Munich offer convenient options with quick public-transport connections to the venue.

🚗 How to Get There

• Public transport (MVV): Bus 143 or 160 to Wöhlerstraße, then a short walk to Passionistenstraße 12.

• By car: Navigate to 81247 Munich (Obermenzing). Allow a few extra minutes for parking in the residential area.

Make your first tournament of the year a meaningful one—compete, connect, and support the Sternsinger cause at the Sternsinger Benefiz-Turnier Obermenzing 2026.