The 10th International Bodensee Open, May 9-17, 2026, Bregenz, Austria, invites ambitious club players and experienced tournament regulars to a full classical week directly on Lake Constance. The event runs in a premium hotel setting with accelerated Swiss pairings, daily afternoon rounds, and a prize list that rewards both overall performance and key categories. With FIDE rating and national rating submissions, the tournament suits players who want serious long games in a stable, well-paced schedule.
Alongside the main Open, the organizers run a separate Bodensee Senioren Open (May 10–16, 2026) with the same classical time control and its own prize fund. This parallel senior event keeps the festival atmosphere strong throughout the week while offering an earlier daily start and category prizes tailored to senior competition.
🗓️ Event Details
| 📅 Dates | May 9-17, 2026 (10th International Bodensee Open) · May 10-16, 2026 (Bodensee Senioren Open) |
| 📍 Location | Bregenz, Austria |
| ♟️ Format | Swiss System with accelerated pairings (Swiss Manager) |
| ⭐ Rating | FIDE rated (Standard) and submitted to national rating lists (including Austria, Switzerland, and Germany) |
| 📂 Sections | 10th International Bodensee Open (9 rounds) · Bodensee Senioren Open (7 rounds) |
| ⏱️ Time control | 40 moves in 90 minutes + 30 minutes to finish + 30 seconds increment from move 1 |
| 💳 Entry fee | Open: €90 (women and youth: €60; GM/IM free) · Seniors: €60 |
| 💰 Prize fund | USD 6,725 (approx.) |
| 👤 Eligibility | Seniors: players born 1966 or earlier (women 1971 or earlier) |
| 🧩 Organizer notes | Players may claim a “bye draw” from Round 1–5 in both the Open and Seniors. Late entries are possible if space remains. |
| Chess-Results.com | https://chess-results.com/tnr1287111.aspx?lan=33&turdet=YES |
🏆 Prize Fund
All prizes below are listed in EUR as awarded by the organizer.
10th International Bodensee Open (cash prizes)
| Prize / Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| 1st | 900 |
| 2nd | 700 |
| 3rd | 500 |
| 4th | 400 |
| 5th | 300 |
| 6th | 200 |
| 7th | 100 |
| 8th | 100 |
| 9th | 100 |
| 10th | 100 |
| Best woman | 50 |
| Best U18 | 50 |
| Best U14 | 50 |
| Best Senior S50 | 50 |
| Best Senior S65 | 50 |
| Best U2000 | 50 |
| Best U1900 | 50 |
| Best U1800 | 50 |
| Best U1700 | 50 |
| Best U1600 | 50 |
Prize conditions: The tournament applies the Hort system for tied places through 6th place.
Bodensee Senioren Open (cash prizes)
| Prize / Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| 1st | 500 |
| 2nd | 400 |
| 3rd | 300 |
| 4th | 200 |
| 5th | 100 |
| 6th | 50 |
| Best woman | 50 |
| Best 75+ | 50 |
| Best U1900 | 50 |
| Best U1800 | 50 |
| Best U1700 | 50 |
⏱️ Time Control & Pairings
Both events use the Swiss System with accelerated pairings. Each game uses a classical time control of 40 moves in 90 minutes, then 30 minutes to finish, with a 30-second increment from move 1. Players may request a “bye draw” from Round 1 through Round 5 in both the Open and Seniors.
📂 Sections / Groups
| Section | Rating / target group | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 10th International Bodensee Open | Open to all eligible players | 9 rounds, daily afternoon starts |
| Bodensee Senioren Open | Seniors born 1966 or earlier (women 1971 or earlier) | 7 rounds, daily morning starts |
📅 Schedule
10th International Bodensee Open
| Date | Weekday | Time | Round / Activity |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 9, 2026 | Saturday | 13:30 | On-site registration |
| May 9, 2026 | Saturday | 14:40 | Welcome |
| May 9, 2026 | Saturday | 14:50 | Pairing draw |
| May 9, 2026 | Saturday | 15:00 | Round 1 |
| May 10, 2026 | Sunday | 15:00 | Round 2 |
| May 11, 2026 | Monday | 15:00 | Round 3 |
| May 12, 2026 | Tuesday | 15:00 | Round 4 |
| May 13, 2026 | Wednesday | 15:00 | Round 5 |
| May 14, 2026 | Thursday | 12:00 | Blitz tournament (weather dependent) |
| May 14, 2026 | Thursday | Approx. 14:00 | Apero |
| May 14, 2026 | Thursday | 15:00 | Round 6 |
| May 15, 2026 | Friday | 15:00 | Round 7 |
| May 16, 2026 | Saturday | 15:00 | Round 8 |
| May 17, 2026 | Sunday | 09:30 | Round 9 |
| May 17, 2026 | Sunday | Approx. 14:30 | Prize-giving ceremony |
Bodensee Senioren Open
| Date | Weekday | Time | Round / Activity |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 10, 2026 | Sunday | 08:00 | On-site registration |
| May 10, 2026 | Sunday | 09:00 | Welcome |
| May 10, 2026 | Sunday | 09:30 | Round 1 |
| May 11, 2026 | Monday | 09:30 | Round 2 |
| May 12, 2026 | Tuesday | 09:30 | Round 3 |
| May 13, 2026 | Wednesday | 09:30 | Round 4 |
| May 14, 2026 | Thursday | 09:30 | Round 5 |
| May 14, 2026 | Thursday | 12:00 | Blitz tournament (weather dependent) |
| May 14, 2026 | Thursday | Approx. 14:00 | Apero |
| May 15, 2026 | Friday | 09:30 | Round 6 |
| May 16, 2026 | Saturday | 09:30 | Round 7 |
| May 16, 2026 | Saturday | 14:00 | Prize-giving ceremony |
📝 Registration
| How to register | Register online via the tournament website or contact the organizer by email |
| Registration deadline | May 8, 2026 |
| On-site payment | Pay the entry fee during on-site registration/check-in |
| Late entries | The organizer may accept late entries if space remains |
| Bye draw option | Available in both events from Round 1–5 |
👥 Organizer
Schachklub Bregenz organizes the Bodensee Open week as a long-running international festival built around classical chess, consistent daily scheduling, and a structured prize system for both the main Open and the parallel Seniors event.
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Email: albert.baumberger@gmx.at
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Phone: +43 664 4562062
🏨 Venue
Grand Hotel Bregenz, Platz der Wiener Symphoniker 2, 6900 Bregenz, Austria
The tournament plays inside the Grand Hotel Bregenz, a full-service city hotel near Lake Constance with an event setup suited for multi-round classical chess.
🛎️ Accommodation
The organizer offers special rates at the tournament hotel with breakfast: €165 per night (single room) and €185 per night (double room). Book directly with the hotel using the listed contact details, and ask for the tournament conditions when available.
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Grand Hotel Bregenz: h0799@accor.com
The organizer also recommends additional nearby options and supports booking through the local tourism office:
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Bregenz Tourismus GmbH, Rathausstraße 35a, 6900 Bregenz, Austria
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Phone: +43 5574 4959-0
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Email: tourismus@bregenz.at
🚗 How to Get There
Arrive by public transportation when possible. The bus and train station sits only a few minutes from the playing venue, and Bregenz offers frequent rail connections in all directions. After you reach central Bregenz, use the venue address to walk or take a short local ride to the Grand Hotel.
Play long games in a lakeside setting, chase category prizes that match your level, and make the 10th edition in Bregenz your highlight classical week of 2026.
🧾 Other
The organizer may publish results, games, and participant data for rating submission and event reporting.
Additional Details
Prize Fund - $6,725
Organizer
Schachklub Bregenz 1920 is an Austrian chess club and experienced tournament organizer based in Bregenz, Vorarlberg, Austria. Over the years, the club has played a visible role in the regional chess scene around Lake Constance. As a result, it is closely associated with well-run local events and a welcoming club environment.
In addition, the club organizes the International Bodensee Open in Bregenz, a signature open chess tournament that draws players from Austria and neighboring countries. The program is centered on classical chess, while the calendar also features rapid chess and blitz chess activities through club cycles and side events. Moreover, these tournaments are structured for broad participation, which supports both ambitious competitors and improving club players.
Furthermore, Schachklub Bregenz 1920 maintains regular club nights at its local venue in the city center. For example, its schedule and event information are published through the club website, helping visitors plan training games and tournament weekends. Consequently, the club remains a practical entry point for adult players and juniors who want organized chess in Bregenz.