30. Internationales Raiffeisen Schach-Open Ratten 2026
Set in the Joglland hills of Styria, the 30. Internationales Raiffeisen Schach-Open Ratten 2026 takes place 14–17 May 2026 in Ratten, Austria, gathering professionals, club players and ambitious juniors for a friendly yet competitive long weekend of chess. The festival runs three rating-based classical tournaments (A/B/C), each over five rounds at a thoughtful FIDE cadence, plus a FIDE-rated blitz on Saturday evening.
Staged in the modern Veranstaltungshalle of the Freizeitzentrum Ratten, the Open offers clear eligibility bands, simple online/email entry, and a transparent prize structure with both overall prizes and category awards. Players benefit from a central village location, easy logistics, and a welcoming organising team that has grown this event into one of Styria’s most popular spring opens.
🗓️ Event Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| 🗓️ Dates | 14–17 May 2026 (Thu–Sun) |
| 📍 Location | Veranstaltungshalle Ratten (Freizeitzentrum Ratten) |
| 🏠 Address | Kirchenviertel 156, 8673 Ratten, Austria |
| ♟️ Format | 3 classical tournaments (A / B / C), each 5-round Swiss |
| ⏱️ Time Control | 90 min/40 moves + 30 min, with +30″/move from move 1 |
| ⭐ Rating | A-Open: FIDE & AUT rated • B-Open/C-Open: AUT rated |
| ✅ Eligibility | A: Open to all with FIDE ID • B: Elo <2000 • C: Elo <1750 |
| 🕰️ Default/Forfeit | 30 minutes (Kontumazzeit) |
| 💵 Entry Fees | A: €50 (U18: €40; players <1900: €60) • B: €45 (U18: €35) • C: €40 (U18: €30) |
| ⚡ Side Event | Blitz tournament (FIDE Blitz rated) on Sat, 16 May, 20:00; fee €15 (100% to prize fund) |
| 🧾 Notes | One-prize rule (non-cumulative). All players need an ÖSB Personennummer (ID) before start. |
🏆 Prize Fund
A-Open (overall)
| Place | Prize |
|---|---|
| 1st | €500 |
| 2nd | €350 |
| 3rd | €250 |
| 4th | €150 |
| 5th | €100 |
A-Open category prizes (each): U18 • ≤2150 • Best Senior • Best Woman — €80.
B-Open (Elo <2000)
| Place | Prize |
|---|---|
| 1st | €300 |
| 2nd | €200 |
| 3rd | €150 |
B-Open category prizes (each): U18 • ≤1850 • Best Senior • Best Woman — €70.
C-Open (Elo <1750)
| Place | Prize |
|---|---|
| 1st | €200 |
| 2nd | €150 |
| 3rd | €100 |
C-Open category prizes (each): U18 • ≤1600 • Best Senior • Best Woman — €40.
Junior cups & goods (1st–3rd): U14 • U12 • U10 • U8.
Category prizes guaranteed with ≥3 entrants per category; presented only at the prize-giving. One prize per player.
⏱️ Time Control & Pairings
Cadence: 90′/40 moves + 30′ to finish, +30″ from move 1.
System: Swiss (5 rounds) using Swiss-Manager.
Ratings: A-Open sent to FIDE & AUT; B/C to AUT list.
Tie-breaks: Buchholz (–1 lowest) followed by additional standard tie-breaks as announced.
Fair-play: Alcohol, smoking and mobile phones are prohibited in the playing hall.
📂 Sections / Groups
| Section | Eligibility | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| A-Open | Open to all players with FIDE ID | FIDE & AUT |
| B-Open | Players with Elo <2000 | AUT |
| C-Open | Players with Elo <1750 | AUT |
| Blitz (Sat 20:00) | Open (FIDE Blitz rating) | FIDE Blitz |
📅 Schedule
| Date | Time | Activity / Round |
|---|---|---|
| Thu, 14 May 2026 | 09:30 | On-site check-in & payment deadline |
| Thu, 14 May 2026 | 09:45 | Opening |
| Thu, 14 May 2026 | 10:00 | Round 1 |
| Thu, 14 May 2026 | 17:00 | Round 2 |
| Fri, 15 May 2026 | 18:00 | Round 3 |
| Sat, 16 May 2026 | 14:00 | Round 4 |
| Sat, 16 May 2026 | 20:00 | Blitz tournament (FIDE Blitz rated) |
| Sun, 17 May 2026 | 10:00 | Round 5 |
| Sun, 17 May 2026 | 30 min after last game | Prize-giving & raffle (largest club group wins a gift basket) |
📝 Registration
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Deadline | Wed, 13 May 2026 — 18:00 (late entries not accepted) |
| How to Enter | Email f.krassnitzer@gmx.at or call +43 664 54 23 939 (include name, Elo, federation, chosen group A/B/C) |
| Payment | Bank transfer to IBAN: AT32 3802 3000 0500 6408 (Recipient: Schachturnier Ratten; Reference: Name + A/B/C) |
| Check-in | In-person verification on Thu 14 May, 09:30 at the venue |
| Player IDs | All players must have an ÖSB Personennummer (ID); A-Open requires a FIDE ID |
| One-Prize Rule | Players receive only their single highest prize |
👥 Organizer
The Open is organised by Schachverein Horn Union Ratten, a community-driven club in the Weiz district of Styria, with long-standing support from local partners and Raiffeisen. The team manages entries, arbiting, venue setup and communications for a smooth tournament experience.
Email: info@horn-union-ratten.at
Phone (entries): +43 664 54 23 939
Website: https://www.horn-union-ratten.at
🏨 Venue
Veranstaltungshalle Ratten (Freizeitzentrum Ratten)
Kirchenviertel 156, 8673 Ratten, Austria
A modern sports and events hall with bright playing space and foyer inside Ratten’s Freizeitzentrum complex—walkable in the village centre with parking and nearby amenities.
🛎️ Accommodation
The organiser provides lodging pointers via the club website; book early for the Ascension-weekend dates.
Options range from guesthouses and family hotels in Ratten and surrounding Joglland villages.
🚗 How to Get There
Car: Drive to Kirchenviertel 156, 8673 Ratten; parking available near the Freizeitzentrum.
Public transport: Regional buses connect the Joglland area; plan extra time for the Thursday morning check-in.
Local mobility: The regional on-demand SAM Sammeltaxi service operates in Oststeiermark (booking required in advance).
Bring your best spring form to Styria—clear schedules, fair prizes and a welcoming atmosphere await at the Ratten Open 2026.