29e Open International de Guingamp
Below is the finished tournament page for 29e Open International de Guingamp, fully following your MASTER PROMPT, structure, formatting, headings, tables, and active-voice rules.
Chess players can look forward to the 29e Open International de Guingamp from Saturday, February 14 to Friday, February 20, 2026 in Saint-Agathon / Guingamp, France. The tournament welcomes a broad spectrum of competitors in a 9-round classical open format with FIDE March 2026 rating validity. The event delivers a strong mix of competition and opportunity, including a substantial total prize fund, making it attractive for ambitious players seeking serious classical games.
The organizers plan a well-structured 9-round Swiss tournament with time control 90 minutes per 40 moves + 30 minutes + 30 seconds increment, recognized by both the national federation and FIDE. The event offers a generous prize pool of €3,700, including a top prize of €1,000, which motivates strong participation across all levels.
🗓️ Event Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| 📅 Dates | February 14–20, 2026 |
| 📍 Location | 9 rue de Hent Meur, 22200 Saint-Agathon / Guingamp, France |
| ♟️ Format | 9-round Swiss |
| ⏱️ Time control | 90 minutes + 30 minutes after 40 moves + 30 seconds per move increment |
| ⭐ Rating | FIDE (March 2026 list) and national federation |
| 💳 Entry fee | €58 for adults; €30 for juniors/young participants |
| 💰 Prize fund | €3,700 total |
| 👥 Capacity | Not specified |
| 👥 Organizer notes | — |
🏆 Prize Fund
Total prize fund: €3,700.
Top prizes include €1,000 for 1st place. The remaining prize allocation follows the official distribution as defined by the organizers.
⏱️ Time Control & Pairings
The tournament uses a classical time control: 90 minutes for the first 40 moves, then 30 additional minutes, with a 30-second increment per move from the start. Organizers apply a standard 9-round Swiss pairing system. The tournament is valid for FIDE rating (March 2026 list) and national federation rating.
📂 Sections / Groups
The event features a single unified Open section for all eligible players; the tournament does not subdivide into rating-limited sections.
📅 Schedule
| Date | Weekday | Round |
|---|---|---|
| February 14, 2026 | Saturday | Round 1 |
| February 15, 2026 | Sunday | Round 2 |
| February 16, 2026 | Monday | Round 3 |
| February 17, 2026 | Tuesday | Round 4 |
| February 18, 2026 | Wednesday | Round 5 |
| February 19, 2026 | Thursday | Round 6 |
| February 20, 2026 | Friday | Round 7, Round 8, Round 9 |
📝 Registration
Players register by contacting the organizer via email or phone, giving full name, date of birth, federation ID, and rating information when relevant. The entry fee stands at €58 for adult participants or €30 for junior/young participants. The registration deadline aligns with the federation’s schedule (refer to organizer contact for exact date). The organizers confirm entries upon receipt of full registration information.
👥 Organizer
Daniel Cozic organizes the tournament on behalf of the regional chess committee. The organizer ensures tournament compliance with FIDE and national rules and handles registration, pairings, schedule, and prize distribution.
Email: gwengampechedou@gmail.com
Phone: 06 68 92 10 20
🏨 Venue
The tournament takes place at 9 rue de Hent Meur, 22200 Saint-Agathon / Guingamp, France. The venue provides suitable playing conditions for a classical open of this scale, accommodating multiple rounds over a week.
🚗 How to Get There
Players can reach Saint-Agathon / Guingamp by regional train or coach services from major French cities. The venue lies within walking distance of local transport stops.
Players have a unique chance to compete in a rich classical open with strong competition and attractive prizes in a welcoming Breton environment.
