17. Blitz-Open Heuchelberg-Cup 2026
17th Blitz-Open Heuchelberg-Cup 2026 takes place on September 12, 2026, in Schwaigern-Niederhofen, Germany. The event offers a one-day individual blitz tournament at Mehrzweckhalle Niederhofen.
This is a chess tournament in Schwaigern, Germany, in 2026. Players can compete in a FIDE-rated blitz chess tournament with 17 Swiss-system rounds and a 3 minutes + 2 seconds time control.
SchachFreunde Schwaigern 2009 e.V. organizes the Heuchelberg-Cup with guaranteed prizes, several rating categories, and a strong local blitz tradition. In addition, online registration and advance payment are mandatory, since late registration at the venue is not available.
♟️ Event Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| 🏆 Tournament | 17th Blitz-Open Heuchelberg-Cup 2026 |
| 📅 Date | September 12, 2026 |
| 📍 Location | Schwaigern-Niederhofen, Germany |
| 🏛️ Venue | Mehrzweckhalle Niederhofen, Lindenstraße, 74193 Schwaigern-Niederhofen, Germany |
| ♟️ Format | Individual blitz Swiss tournament |
| ⭐ Rating | FIDE Blitz-rated |
| 🔢 Rounds | 17 rounds |
| ⏱️ Time control | 3 minutes + 2 seconds per move |
| 💰 Prize fund | €1,300 cash prizes, approximately $1,520 |
| 📝 Registration | https://www.sf-schwaigern.de/turniere/BlitzOpen/Anmeldung |
⏱️ Time Control & Pairings
The 17th Blitz-Open Heuchelberg-Cup uses a 17-round Swiss system. Pairings are made with Swiss-Chess.
Each player receives 3 minutes for the game, plus a 2-second increment from move one. Therefore, the tournament gives players a fast and demanding blitz chess tournament with official rating value.
The event follows the FIDE rules for blitz chess. In addition, every player needs a valid FIDE ID to take part.
💰 Prize Fund
The confirmed cash prize fund is €1,300, approximately $1,520. Money and non-cash prizes are guaranteed, and prizes are not cumulative.
Main Prizes
| Place | Prize |
|---|---|
| 1st place | €300 + certificate + challenge trophy |
| 2nd place | €250 |
| 3rd place | €200 |
| 4th place | €150 |
| 5th place | €100 |
Rating and Special Prizes
| Category | Prize |
|---|---|
| Best player with DWZ below 2100 | €30 |
| Best player with DWZ below 1900 | €30 |
| Best player with DWZ below 1700 | €30 |
| Best player with DWZ below 1500 | €30 |
| Best player with DWZ below 1300 | €30 |
| Best SF Schwaigern player | €50 |
| Best female player | €50 |
| Best player born in 1966 or earlier | €50 |
Non-Cash Awards
| Category | Award |
|---|---|
| Best U18 player, born in 2008 or 2009 | CinemaxX cinema voucher + certificate |
| Best U16 player, born in 2010 or later | CinemaxX cinema voucher + certificate |
| Longest travel distance within Germany | Fuel voucher |
Most category prizes require at least five participants in the relevant group. The main prizes apply with at least 60 total participants.
🧩 Sections / Groups
The tournament runs as one open blitz event.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Main event | Open 17-round individual blitz tournament |
| Rating status | FIDE Blitz-rated |
| Required player data | FIDE ID |
| Rating categories | DWZ below 2100, 1900, 1700, 1500, and 1300 |
| Special categories | SF Schwaigern player, female player, U18, U16, players born in 1966 or earlier, and longest travel distance |
The event welcomes players from different rating levels. As a result, both overall standings and category prizes give participants clear competitive goals.
📅 Schedule
| Date | Time | Event |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday, September 12, 2026 | 10:30 | Attendance deadline |
| Saturday, September 12, 2026 | After attendance control | First-round pairing and tournament start |
| Saturday, September 12, 2026 | During the day | 17 blitz rounds |
| Saturday, September 12, 2026 | After the final round | Prize ceremony |
Registered players who are not present at the attendance deadline will not enter the first-round pairing.
📝 Registration
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Early entry fee | €15 if paid by September 7, 2026 |
| Regular entry fee | €20 if paid by September 10, 2026 |
| Final registration deadline | September 10, 2026 |
| Online registration closing time | September 10, 2026, midnight |
| On-site registration | Not available |
| FIDE ID | Mandatory |
| Payment recipient | Schachfreunde Schwaigern 2009 e.V. |
| Bank | Kreissparkasse Heilbronn |
| IBAN | DE97 6205 0000 0000 1578 50 |
| Payment note | Player name and club |
| Registration page | https://www.sf-schwaigern.de/turniere/BlitzOpen/Anmeldung |
Players must complete the online registration and transfer the entry fee at the same time. The registration form asks for first name, surname, club, email, date of birth, FIDE ID, and mobile phone number.
Late entries and direct registration in the playing hall are not possible.
🏛️ Organizer
SchachFreunde Schwaigern 2009 e.V. organizes the 17th Blitz-Open Heuchelberg-Cup 2026. The club runs chess activity in Schwaigern and offers this event as a fast, competitive blitz tournament with FIDE rating value, guaranteed prizes, and a long winner history.
Email: ottmar.seidler@o2online.de
Phone: +49 179 6983106
📍 Venue
Mehrzweckhalle Niederhofen, Lindenstraße, 74193 Schwaigern-Niederhofen, Germany
The tournament takes place at Mehrzweckhalle Niederhofen, near the sports ground in Schwaigern-Niederhofen. Players should use the venue name and Lindenstraße location for navigation and arrive before the 10:30 attendance deadline.
🚆 How to Get There
Players should use Mehrzweckhalle Niederhofen, Lindenstraße, 74193 Schwaigern-Niederhofen, as the main navigation point.
Schwaigern-Niederhofen is located near Heilbronn in Baden-Württemberg. Players can reach the area by car, regional transport, taxi, or local connections from Schwaigern and nearby towns.
ℹ️ Other Information
The arbiters are Ottmar Seidler and Atanas Hristev.
By registering, players accept the processing of tournament data required for participation. In addition, the organizer may publish tournament photos and reports on the club website and in press communication.
The 17th Blitz-Open Heuchelberg-Cup 2026 offers a sharp FIDE-rated blitz day with 17 rounds, guaranteed prizes, and a strong Schwaigern chess atmosphere.
Additional Details
Prize Fund (approx.) - $1,520
Organizer Name - SchachFreunde Schwaigern 2009 e.V.
Organizer Phone - +491796983106
Organizer Email - ottmar.seidler@o2online.de
Organizer
♟️ Club Identity
SchachFreunde Schwaigern 2009 e.V. is a chess club and organizer based in Schwaigern, Baden-Württemberg, Germany. The club grew out of the chess section of TSV Schwaigern, which started in 1985. It then became an independent association on December 10, 2009, and entered the register in January 2010. Since then, it has built a strong local profile in the Heilbronn area. The club combines regular play, tournament organization, and youth development in one structure. That mix gives players a stable home base and a clear competitive pathway. The club also stands out for its size and age balance. In 2026, it reported 115 members, with 60 members under 25. That youth share matters because it shapes the club’s daily rhythm and long-term direction. At the same time, Schwaigern keeps a broad membership and offers space for juniors, adults, women, seniors, and beginners.
🏆 Tournament Activity
Tournament work is one of the clearest strengths of SchachFreunde Schwaigern. The club runs the Schwaigern Open, which returned for its second edition in May 2026 with A, B, and C sections. It also organizes the Schachfestival Schwaigern, a longer classical event spread across the season, plus the Blitz-Open / Heuchelberg-Cup, the Bernd-Schuder-Cup, the Vereinspokal, and regular Monatsblitzturniere. On the youth side, the club stages the Juniorenmeisterschaft Schwaigern, while separate women’s and seniors’ events also form part of the calendar. Beyond tournaments, the club remains highly active in league chess. In the 2025/26 season, the first team played in the Landesliga Unterland, while additional adult teams competed in the Bezirksliga, Kreisklasse, and B-Klasse. The club also entered three youth teams in official youth competition. For players, this means Schwaigern offers both open-event chess and a full internal competition environment across the year.
🌱 Youth Development and Community Activity
Youth and community work play a central role in the club’s identity. Weekly activity runs from the club venue on Heilbronner Straße 29, with youth chess on Thursdays from 17:30 and adult club evening from 19:30. The club also offers beginner and diploma courses, which lowers the barrier for new players and families. In addition, Schwaigern has built a visible pathway for stronger juniors. Talented children aged 6 to 12 can join the Talentstützpunkt Unterland, where extra training takes place regularly, including sessions in Schwaigern. The club also created targeted programs outside the standard mixed structure. Since 2024, it has developed a dedicated women’s chess program with a monthly women-only evening and an annual women’s championship. That work aims to bring more girls and women into active chess. As a result, SchachFreunde Schwaigern does more than run events. It teaches, develops, and keeps local chess active throughout the year.
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