1st Schaffhausen 2Days Open 2026 takes place on December 5 – 6, 2026, at Hotel Kronenhof in Schaffhausen, Switzerland. The tournament offers a compact 5-round Swiss open across one weekend.
This is a chess tournament in Schaffhausen, Switzerland, in 2026. Players will compete in a FIDE-rated standard event with Swiss national rating calculation.
The event offers CHF 3,100 in published prizes from 60 participants, a central hotel venue, and a clear two-day schedule. In addition, players may request one half-point bye during the first three rounds.
♟️ Event Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| 🏆 Tournament | 1st Schaffhausen 2Days Open 2026 |
| 📅 Dates | December 5 – 6, 2026 |
| 📍 Location | Schaffhausen, Switzerland |
| 🏛️ Venue | Hotel Kronenhof |
| 📌 Address | Kirchhofplatz 7, CH-8200 Schaffhausen |
| ♟️ Format | 5-round Swiss open |
| 🔢 Pairing System | Swiss system |
| ⭐ Rating | FIDE-rated and Swiss national rated |
| ⏱️ Time Control | 60 minutes per player + 30 seconds per move |
| 👥 Player Limit | 100 players |
| 🎯 Rating Limit | Maximum 2399 Elo |
| 👨⚖️ Chief Arbiter | IA Jean Dominique Coqueraut |
| 💰 Prize Fund | CHF 3,100 from 60 players / approx. USD 3,930 |
| 📝 Entry Fee | CHF 100; U16, IM, and GM players CHF 90 |
| ⏳ Default Time | 30 minutes |
| 🔗 Chess-Results | Confirmed tournament listing available |
⏱️ Time Control & Pairings
Players receive 60 minutes for the game, plus a 30-second increment per move. This time control applies to all five rounds.
The tournament uses a Swiss system. In addition, the event counts for FIDE standard rating and Swiss national rating.
The maximum rating limit is 2399 Elo. Therefore, players should check their rating status before entering.
Players may request one half-point bye in the first three rounds. However, they must submit the request at least 12 hours before the tournament starts.
The default time is 30 minutes. As a result, players should arrive early and check pairings before each round.
💰 Prize Fund
The tournament publishes a total prize fund of CHF 3,100, which equals approximately USD 3,930.
Prize Fund Overview
| Prize Information | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total published prize fund from 60 participants | CHF 3,100 / approx. USD 3,930 |
The prize fund applies from 60 participants. If fewer players enter, the organizer applies prizes on a proportional basis.
Main prizes and Elo-category prizes are planned. In addition, special non-cash awards are listed for women players, eligible older players, and U16 players.
🧩 Sections / Groups
The tournament has one open section. All players compete in the same 5-round Swiss event.
The format suits players who want a short FIDE-rated weekend tournament in Switzerland. Moreover, the Elo-category prize structure gives players from several rating ranges extra targets.
The tournament accepts a maximum of 100 participants. Therefore, early registration is recommended.
📅 Schedule
| Date | Time | Activity |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday, December 5 | 09:30–10:20 | Check-in |
| Saturday, December 5 | 10:30 | Round 1 |
| Saturday, December 5 | 14:30 | Round 2 |
| Saturday, December 5 | 18:00 | Round 3 |
| Sunday, December 6 | 09:30 | Round 4 |
| Sunday, December 6 | 14:00 | Round 5 |
| Sunday, December 6 | After Round 5 | Awards ceremony |
Players should complete check-in before 10:20 on Saturday. Round 1 starts shortly after, so early arrival will make the first playing day easier.
📝 Registration
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Registration Method | Swiss Chess Tour registration |
| Standard Entry Fee | CHF 100 |
| U16 / IM / GM Entry Fee | CHF 90 |
| Player Limit | 100 players |
| Rating Limit | Maximum 2399 Elo |
| Bye Option | One half-point bye available in Rounds 1–3 |
| Bye Request Timing | At least 12 hours before the tournament starts |
| Contact Email | sympa-marketing@bluewin.ch |
Players should register through the Swiss Chess Tour registration channel. In addition, they should submit any bye request before the published time limit.
👥 Organizer
Swiss Chess Tour organizes the 1st Schaffhausen 2Days Open 2026 under the direction of Claudio Boschetti. The tournament is listed as a Swiss City Chess Open event and offers a practical FIDE-rated weekend format in Schaffhausen.
Phone: +41 79 620 53 26
Email: sympa-marketing@bluewin.ch
🏛️ Venue
Hotel Kronenhof – Kirchhofplatz 7, CH-8200 Schaffhausen, Switzerland
The tournament takes place at Hotel Kronenhof in central Schaffhausen. The hotel venue gives players a practical base for games, meals, rest, and local movement during the weekend.
The location also suits visitors who want a short chess trip in one of Switzerland’s historic cities. Therefore, players can combine the tournament with a simple city-center stay.
🚆 How to Get There
Players should travel to Hotel Kronenhof at Kirchhofplatz 7 in Schaffhausen.
Schaffhausen has regular rail connections within Switzerland. From Schaffhausen railway station, players can continue to the hotel by local transport, taxi, or on foot, depending on their luggage and accommodation plans.
Drivers should use the full hotel address for navigation. Since the venue is in a central area, players should check parking options before arrival.
1st Schaffhausen 2Days Open 2026 offers a compact FIDE-rated chess weekend in Schaffhausen, with five rounds, a clear prize structure, and a central Swiss hotel venue.
Additional Details
Prize Fund (approx.) - $3,930
Organizer
♟️ About the Organizer
SWISS CHESS TOUR is a Swiss chess tournament organizer led by Claudio Boschetti and based in Melano Val Mara, Ticino, Switzerland. The project focuses on over-the-board chess events in Switzerland and has built a clear identity around tournaments in attractive Swiss destinations. Its calendar connects mountain resorts, lakeside venues, city hotels, and weekend chess formats across several regions.
The organizer works as a touring chess brand rather than a single local chess club. This gives players a consistent event structure in many Swiss locations. In practice, participants can follow the same organizer from one tournament to another while enjoying different venues, formats, and travel settings.
SWISS CHESS TOUR is especially useful for players who want well-planned chess trips. The events often combine FIDE-rated play with hotel venues, compact schedules, and practical accommodation options. Therefore, the organizer serves club players, amateur competitors, older players, juniors, and traveling chess enthusiasts who want reliable tournament conditions in Switzerland.
🏆 Chess Events and Activities
SWISS CHESS TOUR organizes a broad tournament program throughout the year. Its activity includes classical opens, amateur tournaments, senior events, weekend festivals, and compact 2Days formats. The calendar regularly features events in places such as Basel, Davos, Flims, Lenzerheide, Lugano, Mendrisio, Serpiano, Stein am Rhein, Schaffhausen, and the Zürichsee area.
The organizer is also connected with important Swiss chess events. These include the Bundesturnier, which gives Swiss and international players a structured multi-section tournament with classical games and official rating opportunities. In addition, SWISS CHESS TOUR runs many accessible weekend events, which help busy players add serious chess to a short trip.
This variety gives the organizer a strong national role. Players can choose between longer festivals, weekend opens, senior-friendly tournaments, and rating-based amateur sections. Moreover, many events use hotel venues, clear schedules, and experienced arbiters. As a result, SWISS CHESS TOUR offers a practical route into chess tournaments in Switzerland for many types of players.
🌍 Player Experience and Community
Players who join SWISS CHESS TOUR events can expect a travel-friendly and professionally managed chess environment. The organizer often selects venues that work well for both chess and tourism. This approach helps participants combine competitive games with a pleasant stay in Switzerland.
The tournament formats also suit different chess goals. Strong players can look for serious classical competition. Amateur players can choose rating-based sections. Older players can join events designed around a comfortable rhythm. Meanwhile, weekend formats give working players a realistic way to compete without taking a long break.
For players searching for Swiss chess tournaments, FIDE-rated events, or chess weekends in scenic locations, SWISS CHESS TOUR offers a reliable and recognizable option. Its mix of regular events, established venues, practical formats, and experienced organization gives it a clear place in the Swiss tournament scene.
Hotels Near the Venue
Find nearby accommodation for this tournament location.
