4. Reichenbacher Einladungsturnier runs from August 7-9, 2026. This is a chess tournament in Reichenbach im Vogtland, Germany, in 2026. It offers a compact weekend format with a limited field and a clear classical structure.
The tournament uses a five-round Swiss system under FIDE rules. In addition, it counts for both DWZ and international Elo. The confirmed cash prize fund reaches €1,640, or about $1,890.
Play takes place at Goethe-Gymnasium Reichenbach, Schulteil Friedensschule. As a result, players get a practical venue and a simple schedule. One round starts on Friday, and then the event finishes with two rounds on Saturday and two more on Sunday.
📌 Event Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| 🏁 Tournament | 4. Reichenbacher Einladungsturnier |
| 📅 Dates | August 7-9, 2026 |
| 📍 Location | Reichenbach im Vogtland, Germany |
| 🏛️ Venue | Goethe-Gymnasium Reichenbach, Schulteil Friedensschule, Friedrich-Engels-Platz 7, 08468 Reichenbach im Vogtland |
| ♟️ Format | Invitation tournament, Swiss system |
| 👥 Sections | One open section |
| 🔢 Rounds | 5 |
| ⏱️ Time control | 90 minutes for 40 moves, then 15 minutes for the rest of the game, plus 30 seconds from move 1 |
| 🌍 Rating | DWZ and international Elo |
| 💰 Prize fund | €1,640 confirmed cash prizes (approx. $1,890) |
| ♟️ Chess-Results | https://s1.chess-results.com/tnr1310198.aspx?lan=1&turdet=YES&SNode=S0 |
| 👤 Capacity | 40 players |
| 🏢 Organizer | Schachclub Reichenbach e. V. |
⏱️ Time Control & Pairings
First, the event uses a five-round Swiss system. Next, the time control gives each player 90 minutes for 40 moves, then 15 minutes for the rest of the game, plus a 30-second increment from move one.
In addition, Swiss-Chess handles the pairings. Tie-breaks follow Buchholz first and then performance by DWZ. Finally, the waiting time after the start of a round is 30 minutes, so players should arrive on time.
🏆 Prize Fund
The confirmed cash prize schedule reaches €1,640, which is about $1,890. However, the women’s prize requires at least four participants. In addition, the organizer guarantees prize money from 30 participants.
| Prize Category | Cash Prize |
|---|---|
| 1st place | €650 |
| 2nd place | €400 |
| 3rd place | €200 |
| 4th place | €100 |
| Best woman | €80 |
| Rating prize under 1900 | €80 |
| Best U18 | €80 |
| Best U14 | €50 |
Prizes do not accumulate. Therefore, a player who qualifies for more than one category receives the higher prize only. In addition, prize winners must attend the ceremony.
👥 Sections / Groups
| Section | Format | Rounds | Time Control |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main Open | Swiss | 5 | 90/40 + 15 min + 30 sec increment |
The event has one single section. Therefore, all players compete in the same field. Even so, the extra rating and age prizes still add useful competitive targets.
🗓️ Schedule
| Date | Time | Activity |
|---|---|---|
| August 7, 2026 | Until 14:30 | Personal registration in the tournament hall |
| August 7, 2026 | 15:00 | Round 1 |
| August 8, 2026 | 09:30 | Round 2 |
| August 8, 2026 | 15:00 | Round 3 |
| August 9, 2026 | 09:30 | Round 4 |
| August 9, 2026 | 15:00 | Round 5 |
| August 9, 2026 | After Round 5 | Prize ceremony |
First, players complete personal registration on Friday. Then Round 1 starts that afternoon. After that, the tournament moves into two rounds on Saturday and two more on Sunday.
📝 Registration
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Registration deadline | July 20, 2026 |
| Registration method | Email to RC-Einladungsturnier@gmx.de |
| Required details | Name, first name, date of birth, club, email address, FIDE ID |
| Entry fee | €50 adults |
| Entry fee | €30 juniors U18 by the entry deadline |
| Free entry | GM, WGM, IM, WIM, FM |
| Payment deadline | July 22, 2026 |
| Payment method | Bank transfer |
| Account name | Schachclub Reichenbach e. V. |
| IBAN | DE77 8705 8000 3812 0097 72 |
| Bank | Sparkasse Vogtland |
| Payment reference | 4. RCE, first name and surname |
First, players register by email. Then they complete the entry by bank transfer before the payment deadline. In addition, titled players receive free entry, while juniors get a reduced rate if they register on time.
🏢 Organizer
Schachclub Reichenbach e. V. runs this invitation tournament and continues to support competitive chess in the Vogtland area. In addition, the club keeps the event focused and practical with a limited 40-player field and a clear weekend format.
Email: RC-Einladungsturnier@gmx.de
📍 Venue
Goethe-Gymnasium Reichenbach, Schulteil Friedensschule, Friedrich-Engels-Platz 7, 08468 Reichenbach im Vogtland, Germany
The school venue gives the tournament a practical local setting. In addition, the organizer points drivers to parking access via Rathenaustraße, which makes arrival easier on tournament days.
🚆 How to Get There
Reichenbach (Vogtl) ob Bf is the main rail stop for the event. From there, players can continue locally to Friedrich-Engels-Platz. If you travel by car, head to the school site and use the parking approach via Rathenaustraße.
This Reichenbach weekend tournament offers a clear classical format, a practical schedule, and a focused competitive field.
Additional Details
Prize Fund (approx.) - $1,889
Organizer
Schachclub Reichenbach e. V. is a chess club in Reichenbach im Vogtland, Saxony, Germany. The club has a clear place in the local chess scene and plays from regular venues in the city, including Dittesschule Reichenbach. It also appears in both the municipal club directory and the Saxon chess federation system as an active organization.
The club combines league play, youth development, and tournament organization. It remains active in the Saxon competition structure and shows a strong youth presence in regional federation listings. Schachclub Reichenbach also organizes the Reichenbacher Einladungsturnier, a recurring over-the-board event in Reichenbach that has reached multiple editions.
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