The 50th International Chess Open, City of Badalona returns to August 2-10, 2026 in Badalona, Spain, bringing nine straight days of classical over-the-board competition to one of Catalonia’s most established summer events. The tournament runs a 9-round Swiss-Dutch system in two rating-based groups and counts for FIDE, Spanish (FEDA), and Catalan (FCdE) rating, making it a strong choice for players who want a fully rated international chess tournament with clear sporting regulations and structured prizes.

Hosted by Club d’Escacs Cor de Marina, the 50th International Chess Open, City of Badalona takes place at Centre Cívic La Salut in Badalona, Spain, with all rounds played in afternoon sessions and a published cash prize distribution across both groups. The 50th International Chess Open, City of Badalona also forms part of the Catalan Circuit of International Opens, which adds extra competitive meaning for regular circuit participants and visiting players alike.

🗓️ Event Details

🏆 Prize Fund

Prize distribution (EUR)

Prize rules

⏱️ Time Control & Pairings

The 50th International Chess Open, City of Badalona uses the Swiss-Dutch pairing system with Swiss Manager software for 9 rounds across nine consecutive days. Each game uses 90 minutes for the entire game with a 30-second increment per move from move 1.

A player forfeits a game for non-appearance one hour after the official start time of the round. Players may request byes, which score 0 points, with a maximum of two allowed when the arbiters receive notice during the pre-round sessions; a third bye results in withdrawal from the tournament.

The tournament resolves ties on points using Buchholz Total (BH), then Buchholz Medio (BH-M1), followed by Tournament Performance (TPR), number of wins (WIN), and direct encounter (DE). If a tie persists after these criteria, the organizers conduct a draw.

📂 Sections / Groups

📅 Schedule

📝 Registration

👥 Organizer

Club d’Escacs Cor de Marina organizes the 50th International Chess Open, City of Badalona as a two-group classical tournament in Badalona, Spain, with FIDE, FEDA, and FCdE rating and a published prize structure. The team manages registration by phone/WhatsApp and email and runs all rounds at Centre Cívic La Salut, maintaining consistent afternoon start times across the full nine-round schedule.

• Address: C/ Marina, 63, 08911 Badalona, Spain

• Email: escacsbaetulo@gmail.com

• Phone: +34 677 109 802

• Phone: +34 638 417 866

• Website: https://escacscormarina.com/en/open-international/

🏨 Venue

Centre Cívic La Salut, Avenida Marqués de Sant Mori, 180, Badalona, Spain
The tournament plays at Centre Cívic La Salut in Badalona, Spain. The venue is accessible to people with reduced mobility, including restrooms. The playing areas are climate-controlled and/or air-conditioned.

Compete in Badalona, Spain at the 50th International Chess Open, City of Badalona and make nine consecutive days of classical chess your best week of the summer.

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