16ème Rapide de Surgères
The 16ème Rapide de Surgères takes place on May 8, 2026, in Surgères, France. This is a chess tournament in Surgères, France, in 2026.
It is a one-day rapid chess tournament with 7 Swiss rounds. The event uses a 15-minute time control with a 5-second increment, so the games stay dynamic while still giving players enough time for full play.
L’Échiquier Surgérien organizes the tournament at Salle Castel Park in Surgères. Moreover, the event is part of the GPL Nouvelle-Aquitaine zone PCH circuit, which gives the day extra competitive value for regional and visiting players alike.
🏁 Event Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Dates | May 8, 2026 |
| Location | Surgères, France |
| Format | Open rapid tournament, 7-round Swiss system |
| Time control | 15 minutes + 5 seconds per move |
| Rating | FFE Rapid and FIDE Rapid rated |
| Sections | 1 open section |
| Prize fund | EUR 1,000 (approx. USD 1,130) |
⏱️ Time Control & Pairings
The tournament uses a 7-round Swiss system. Each player gets 15 minutes plus a 5-second increment from move one. As a result, the format moves quickly, yet players still have enough time to build real positions.
The event counts for both FFE rapid rating and FIDE rapid rating. Therefore, it suits players who want a fully rated holiday tournament in western France.
💰 Prize Fund
The confirmed total prize fund is EUR 1,000 (approx. USD 1,130).
♟️ Sections / Groups
| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Open | Single open rapid section for all players |
| Parallel youth event | A separate youth tournament runs in parallel for U08 to U16 players rated below 1550 |
📅 Schedule
| Date | Time | Activity |
|---|---|---|
| May 8, 2026 | 09:45 | End of check-in |
| May 8, 2026 | 10:15 | Round 1 |
| May 8, 2026 | Around 18:00 | Prize ceremony |
📝 Registration
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Registration method | Online pre-registration with secure payment, or registration by email or SMS |
| Entry fee | Adults: EUR 16 |
| Youth entry fee | U08 to U20: EUR 8 |
| On-site adult fee | EUR 20 before 09:30 |
| On-site youth fee | U08 to U20: EUR 10 before 09:30 |
| Title-holder concession | GM, WGM, IM, and WIM: EUR 1 |
| On-site amenities | Fast food, sandwiches, pizza, cakes, and drinks available |
| Payment methods | Card, check, or cash |
👤 Organizer
L’Échiquier Surgérien runs this annual rapid event in Surgères and keeps the format simple, competitive, and easy to follow. In addition, the club supports the day with practical on-site food service and a parallel youth event.
Phone: +33 7 80 59 68 43
Email: echiquiersurgerien17@gmail.com
📍 Venue
Salle Castel Park, 7 Rue Pasteur, 17700 Surgères, France
The venue gives the tournament one practical playing hall for the full day. It also offers enough space for both the main rapid event and the broader tournament atmosphere in Surgères.
🚗 How to Get There
Use Salle Castel Park, 7 Rue Pasteur, 17700 Surgères, in your navigation and aim to arrive before 09:45. However, if you plan to pay on site, arrive before 09:30.
It is a practical rated rapid event for players who want a full chess day in Surgères.
Additional Details
Prize Fund (approx.) - $1,130
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