Inn & Hausruckviertler Schachopen 2026
Chess tradition returns to Upper Austria with the Inn & Hausruckviertler Schachopen 2026 from Friday, March 27 to Saturday, April 4, 2026 in Rottenbach, Austria. SV Ried and SC Haag will run nine rounds of Swiss-system chess in a venue that also offers on-site lodging. The tournament schedule combines weekend morning rounds with evening rounds during the week, which fits both local players and travelers who want a full classical event.
Competitors can choose between two groups based on rating, including an internationally FIDE-rated A Tournament and a B Tournament for U1750 FIDE Elo with national rating evaluation. The organizers publish a prize list that becomes guaranteed with a sufficient field, and they apply a clear 30-minute forfeit time. Players can also arrange a shuttle from Neumarkt station by contacting the tournament director.
🗓️ Event Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| 📅 Dates | March 27 – April 4, 2026 |
| 📍 Location | Rottenbach, Austria |
| ♟️ Format | 9-round Swiss system (two groups) |
| ⭐ Rating | A Tournament: FIDE-rated (international Elo) · B Tournament: national rating evaluation |
| 📂 Sections | A Tournament (Open) · B Tournament (U1750 FIDE Elo) |
| ⏱️ Time control | 90 minutes for 40 moves + 30 minutes to finish + 30-second increment per move from move 1 |
| 💳 Entry fee | A Tournament: €40 (€50 if under 1750 FIDE Elo) · B Tournament: €35 |
| 💰 Prize fund | Approx. €2,100 guaranteed (guaranteed from 100 players) |
| 👤 Eligibility | FIDE ID required |
| 🏨 Venue | Gasthaus Mauernböck, Rottenbach 5, 4681 Rottenbach, Austria |
🏆 Prize Fund
Prize information becomes guaranteed when at least 100 players participate.
A Tournament prizes
| Place | Prize |
|---|---|
| 1st | €500 |
| 2nd | €400 |
| 3rd | €300 |
| 4th | €200 |
| 5th | €100 |
B Tournament prizes
| Place | Prize |
|---|---|
| 1st | €300 |
| 2nd | €200 |
| 3rd | €100 |
⏱️ Time Control & Pairings
The tournament runs 9 Swiss-system rounds in both groups.
Time control:
90 minutes for 40 moves
30 minutes to finish
30-second increment per move from move 1
Forfeit time:
The tournament applies a 30-minute forfeit time from the scheduled start.
Tie-breaks:
Buchholz
Refined Buchholz
Sonneborn-Berger
📂 Sections / Groups
| Section | Rating / target group | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| A Tournament | Open | International Elo (FIDE-rated) |
| B Tournament | U1750 FIDE Elo | National rating evaluation |
📅 Schedule
| Date | Weekday | Time | Round / Activity |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 27, 2026 | Friday | 17:30 | On-site registration deadline |
| March 27, 2026 | Friday | 17:45 | Attendance check |
| March 27, 2026 | Friday | 18:00 | Opening and Round 1 |
| March 28, 2026 | Saturday | 10:00 | Round 2 |
| March 29, 2026 | Sunday | 10:00 | Round 3 |
| March 30, 2026 | Monday | 18:00 | Round 4 |
| March 31, 2026 | Tuesday | 18:00 | Round 5 |
| April 1, 2026 | Wednesday | 18:00 | Round 6 |
| April 2, 2026 | Thursday | 18:00 | Round 7 |
| April 3, 2026 | Friday | 18:00 | Round 8 |
| April 4, 2026 | Saturday | 09:00 | Round 9 |
| April 4, 2026 | Saturday | 14:00 | Prize-giving (target time; starts after the last game finishes) |
📝 Registration
Players register directly with the tournament director by phone or email.
Pre-registration deadline:
Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 18:00
On-site deadline:
Friday, March 27, 2026 at 17:30 (followed by attendance check)
👥 Organizer
SV Ried and SC Haag run the Inn & Hausruckviertler Schachopen and coordinate entries, pairings, and on-site operations across the full nine-round schedule.
Email: michael.raab-obermayr@gmx.at
Phone: +43 664 6155509
Website: https://www.haag-ooe-schach.at/
🏨 Venue
Gasthaus Mauernböck hosts the tournament at Rottenbach 5, 4681 Rottenbach, Austria and offers hotel accommodation on site.
Website: https://www.mauernboeck.at
🚗 How to Get There
You can reach Rottenbach by car and travel to Rottenbach 5 for Gasthaus Mauernböck. Players can also arrive by rail and arrange a shuttle from Neumarkt station by phone agreement with the tournament director.
Make Rottenbach your spring chess destination and play nine classical rounds in a structured Austrian open.
🧾 Other
The venue does not allow outside food or drinks.
By registering, players agree to the publication of tournament results and photos in event reports.
Organizer
Schachclub Haag am Hausruck is a very active chess club based in Haag am Hausruck in Upper Austria. The club welcomes ambitious tournament players, returning enthusiasts and complete beginners who simply enjoy the game and the social side of club life. Regular club evenings, internal events and participation in the regional league system keep members playing serious chess throughout the season.
Over the years, SC Haag/Hausruck has built a strong reputation as an organiser of well-run tournaments and youth events. The club runs popular “Schach am Dienstag” rapid events and Schülerliga youth tournaments in Haag and at Hotel-Gasthaus Mauernböck in Rottenbach, giving young talents from Upper Austria and neighbouring Bavaria a professional yet friendly setting to compete. As co-organiser of the Inn & Hausruckviertler Schachopen, the club helps bring a full nine-round classical open to the region, combining solid organisation with a welcoming atmosphere for players of all levels.
In addition, SC Haag/Hausruck places clear emphasis on training, youth development and community engagement. Regular club evenings at Café-Konditorei Hofstätter offer space for coaching, analysis and casual games, while the club’s volunteers support school and regional youth chess activities. Therefore, players who join or visit SC Haag/Hausruck can expect both competitive opportunities and a supportive local chess community.
Address: Marktplatz 27, 4680 Haag am Hausruck, Austria
Email: kontakt@haag-ooe-schach.at
Phone: +43 664 6155509
Website: https://www.haag-ooe-schach.at/