35th International Open Feffernitz 2026
The 35th International Open Feffernitz 2026 (35th Kรคrntner Schachsommer) runs on August 14โ22, 2026 in Feistritz/Drau, Austria, bringing a full week of classical over-the-board chess to Carinthia. The festival centers on a 9-round Swiss System Open with international FIDE rating, and it also includes a dedicated U16 Youth Open and the Drautalbank Blitz Tournament.
In 2026, the 35th International Open Feffernitz 2026 (35th Kรคrntner Schachsommer) combines a consistent evening round rhythm with clear rules on time control, default time, and tie-breaks. The organizer confirms a total cash prize pool of EUR 4,520 across the Open and Blitz events, and the event requires players in the Open and Blitz to hold a FIDE ID. If you want a focused summer chess week in Feistritz/Drau, Austria, the 35th International Open Feffernitz 2026 (35th Kรคrntner Schachsommer) delivers a structured, competitive setting from the first round to the closing ceremony.
๐๏ธ Event Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| ๐ Dates | August 14โ22, 2026 |
| ๐ Location | Feistritz/Drau, Austria |
| โ๏ธ Format | Over-the-board Swiss System |
| โญ Rating | FIDE rated (Standard) for the Open and Youth Open; national DWZ rated |
| ๐ Sections | Open (Main Tournament) |
| โฑ๏ธ Time control | Open/Youth: 40 moves in 90 minutes + 30 minutes for the rest of the game, with 30 seconds increment per move from move 1 |
| ๐ณ Entry fee | Open: Adults โฌ60; Women/S65 (born 1961)/U18 (born 2008) โฌ50; Elo > 2400 free |
| ๐ฐ Prize fund | USD 5,312 (approx.) |
| ๐ค Eligibility | Open: open to all players (FIDE ID required) |
| ๐งฉ Organizer notes | Default time is 30 minutes (Open/Youth); prizes are not shared and each player can win only one prize; prize money is paid only to players present at the prize ceremony |
| Chess-Results.com | https://chess-results.com/tnr1327416.aspx?lan=1 |
๐ Prize Fund
Total confirmed cash prize fund (EUR): 4,520
Open (Main Tournament) โ Overall cash prizes (EUR)
| Place | Prize (EUR) |
|---|---|
| 1st | 1,000 |
| 2nd | 700 |
| 3rd | 500 |
| 4th | 300 |
| 5th | 250 |
| 6th | 200 |
| 7th | 150 |
| 8th | 100 |
Open (Main Tournament) โ Rating category cash prizes (EUR)
| Category | 1st | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|
| Up to 1999 Elo | 100 | 80 | 60 |
| Up to 1799 Elo | 100 | 80 | 60 |
| Up to 1599 Elo | 100 | 80 | 60 |
Open (Main Tournament) โ Special cash prizes (EUR)
| Prize | Amount (EUR) |
|---|---|
| Best Senior S65 (born 1961) | 100 |
| Best Woman | 100 |
| Best U16 | 100 |
| Best U14 | 80 |
Drautalbank Blitz Tournament โ Cash prizes (EUR)
| Place | Prize (EUR) |
|---|---|
| 1st | 100 |
| 2nd | 70 |
| 3rd | 50 |
Prize rules (official)
| Rule | Details |
|---|---|
| Non-sharing | Prizes are not shared |
| One prize per player | Each player can win only one prize |
| Presence requirement | The organizer pays cash prizes only to players present at the prize ceremony |
| Tax responsibility | Players are responsible for taxation of their winnings |
โฑ๏ธ Time Control & Pairings
The Open (Main Tournament) runs as a 9-round Swiss System tournament and uses international FIDE rating (plus national DWZ rating). Each game uses 40 moves in 90 minutes, then 30 minutes for the rest of the game, with a 30-second increment per move from move 1. The tournament applies a 30-minute default time.
The Drautalbank Blitz Tournament runs as a 9-round Swiss System blitz event under FIDE rules with a time control of 3 minutes plus 2 seconds per move. The Open and Blitz events require all participants to have a FIDE ID.
Tie-breaks for the Open and Blitz follow this order: points, Elo performance, then truncated Buchholz. Tie-breaks for the Youth Open follow this order: points, truncated Buchholz, Buchholz, then Sonneborn-Berger.
๐ Sections / Groups
| Section | Rating / target group | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Open (Main Tournament) | Open to all players (FIDE ID required) | 9 rounds Swiss; FIDE rated (Standard) and DWZ rated; default time 30 minutes |
| Youth Open | U16 (born 2010) with maximum Elo 1600 | 9 rounds Swiss; FIDE rated (Standard) and DWZ rated; default time 30 minutes |
| Drautalbank Blitz Tournament | Open to players with a FIDE ID | 9 rounds Swiss (FIDE rules); 3+2 time control |
๐ Schedule
| Date | Weekday | Time | Round / Activity |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 14, 2026 | Friday | 19:00 | Drautalbank Blitz Tournament |
| August 15, 2026 | Saturday | 18:00 | Attendance check |
| August 15, 2026 | Saturday | 19:00 | Opening and Round 1 |
| August 16, 2026 | Sunday | 11:00 | Round 2 |
| August 16, 2026 | Sunday | 19:00 | Round 3 |
| August 17, 2026 | Monday | 19:00 | Round 4 |
| August 18, 2026 | Tuesday | 19:00 | Round 5 |
| August 19, 2026 | Wednesday | 19:00 | Round 6 |
| August 20, 2026 | Thursday | 19:00 | Round 7 |
| August 21, 2026 | Friday | 19:00 | Round 8 |
| August 22, 2026 | Saturday | 10:00 | Round 9 |
| August 22, 2026 | Saturday | 15:00 | Prize ceremony |
๐ Registration
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| How to register | Register by email with name, club, Elo rating, and FIDE ID |
| Registration email | helmutloescher@gmail.com |
| Registration email | schach.feffernitz@gmail.com |
| Official information website | https://www.feffernitz-open-2015.com/ |
| Additional website | http://www.schach-feffernitz.com/ |
| Entry fee (Open) | Adults โฌ60 |
| Entry fee (Open discounted) | Women, S65 (born 1961), U18 (born 2008): โฌ50 |
| Entry fee (Open) titled exemption | Elo > 2400: free |
| Entry fee (Youth Open) | โฌ25 |
| Entry fee (Blitz) | โฌ5 |
| Registration deadline | Saturday, August 15, 2026, 18:00 |
| Pairing rule | The organizer pairs only players whose entry fee is paid by August 15, 2026, 18:00 |
| Payment method | Bank transfer to Raiffeisenbank Drautal (SV Rapid Feffernitz) |
| IBAN | AT76 3944 2000 0601 0037 |
| BIC | RZKTAT2K442 |
| On-site note | Prize money is paid only at the prize ceremony to players present |
| Optional food note | Grill service runs on Sunday, August 16, 2026 between rounds from 14:00; vouchers for one portion + one drink cost โฌ13.00 and are sold at the attendance check |
๐ฅ Organizer
Schachverein Raika Rapid Feffernitz organizes the 35th International Open Feffernitz 2026 (35th Kรคrntner Schachsommer) in Feistritz/Drau, Austria, managing registration by email and bank transfer, publishing pairings, and awarding prizes at the official closing ceremony.
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Email: helmutloescher@gmail.com
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Email: schach.feffernitz@gmail.com
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Website: http://www.schach-feffernitz.com/
๐จ Venue
Gemeinschaftshaus Feistritz/Drau, Villacher Straรe 250, 9710 Feistritz/Drau, Austria
The tournament plays at the community hall in Feistritz/Drau, Austria. The venue hosts the Open rounds and the official prize ceremony based on the published schedule.
๐ How to Get There
Travel to Feistritz/Drau in Carinthia, Austria, then continue locally to Gemeinschaftshaus Feistritz/Drau at Villacher Straรe 250, 9710 Feistritz/Drau. Plan to arrive early on Saturday to complete the attendance check before the opening and Round 1.
Bring your best classical preparation and make the 35th International Open Feffernitz 2026 (35th Kรคrntner Schachsommer) your key summer result in Feistritz/Drau, Austria.
๐งพ Other
| Topic | Rule |
|---|---|
| FIDE ID requirement | All participants in the Open and Blitz must have a FIDE ID |
| Identity verification | Players without an Austrian player ID must complete a registration form and present proof of identity |
| Family team scoring | A family team can be formed by two related players; the team with the most points wins |
Additional Details
Prize Fund (approx.) - $5,000
Organizer
SV Raika Rapid Feffernitz is a chess club in Feffernitz, Carinthia, Austria. The wider SV Rapid Feffernitz dates back to 1947. The chess section has grown into one of the most visible organizers in the region. The club offers active chess life for different age groups and playing levels. It also fields teams in several divisions, including the Austrian Bundesliga. In Feffernitz, the club uses the Freizeitzentrum Feffernitz as an important playing base for club chess and event activity. Moreover, this combination of local roots, regular team play, and ambitious organizing work gives SV Raika Rapid Feffernitz a strong place in Austrian over-the-board chess.
Tournament organization stands at the center of the clubโs public profile. SV Raika Rapid Feffernitz runs the long-running International Open Feffernitz. This event reached its 35th edition in 2026. It also stages the Carinthian Winter Open at the start of the year. In addition, the club runs a youth open and the Drautalbank Blitz event. Thus, its calendar covers classical, youth, and faster chess in one structure. The Feffernitz open series has been running for many years and continues to attract international participation. As a result, Feffernitz has become a familiar stop on the Austrian chess calendar in both summer and winter.
Youth work remains an important part of the organizerโs identity. The club promotes junior chess, experienced training, and a welcoming atmosphere for both younger players and adults. That focus appears not only in weekly club life but also in its tournament program. In the program, youth events stand alongside the main open. Helmut Lรถscher has shaped much of this public chess activity over many years. His name appears across the clubโs board information, youth work, contact details, and tournament direction. He is also the published contact for recent Feffernitz events. Together, these elements show a club that combines continuity, youth development, league chess, and reliable event organization under one established local name.
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