76th Bevrijdingsschaaktoernooi
The 76th Bevrijdingsschaaktoernooi takes place on May 5, 2026, in Wageningen, Netherlands. This is a chess tournament in Wageningen, Netherlands, in 2026.
The event is a one-day rapid chess tournament with 7 Swiss rounds. It uses a 15-minute time control with a 5-second increment, so the format stays practical while still allowing serious games.
Schaakvereniging Wageningen hosts the tournament at Universitair Sportcentrum De Bongerd. In addition, the event offers three groups, a clear day schedule, and space for up to 200 players.
🏁 Event Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Dates | May 5, 2026 |
| Location | Wageningen, Netherlands |
| Format | Open rapid tournament, 7-round Swiss system |
| Time control | 15 minutes + 5 seconds per move |
| Rating | KNSB Rapid rated |
| Sections | 3 groups |
| Prize fund | EUR 1,285 (approx. USD 1,450) |
⏱️ 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 games move at a good pace, but players still have enough time to build full positions.
The organizer uses the KNSB rapid rating list of April 1 for the first group placement. If that rating is not available, the organizer then uses FIDE rapid, KNSB standard, or FIDE standard rating. Therefore, the sections stay structured, while the organizer still keeps flexibility when needed.
💰 Prize Fund
The confirmed total prize fund is EUR 1,285 (approx. USD 1,450).
♟️ Sections / Groups
| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| A Group | Open to all players |
| B Group | Players rated below 1900 |
| C Group | Players rated below 1700, unrated players, and casual home players |
📅 Schedule
| Date | Time | Activity |
|---|---|---|
| May 5, 2026 | 09:45 | Tournament start |
| May 5, 2026 | 10:00–11:00 | Round 1 |
| May 5, 2026 | 11:00–11:55 | Round 2 |
| May 5, 2026 | 11:55–12:50 | Round 3 |
| May 5, 2026 | — | Lunch break |
| May 5, 2026 | 13:20–14:15 | Round 4 |
| May 5, 2026 | 14:15–15:10 | Round 5 |
| May 5, 2026 | 15:10–16:05 | Round 6 |
| May 5, 2026 | 16:05–17:00 | Round 7 |
| May 5, 2026 | Around 17:15 | Prize ceremony |
📝 Registration
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Registration deadline | May 2, 2026 |
| Registration method | Register by email or phone and include rating and club |
| Entry fee – A Group | EUR 15 |
| Entry fee – B Group | EUR 12.50 |
| Entry fee – C Group | EUR 12.50 |
| Title-holder concession | GM and IM enter free in A Group |
| Youth discount | EUR 2.50 discount for players aged 16 and under |
| Payment note | Cash payment is preferred because card payment is limited |
| Youth note | Players under 17 should include age or date of birth for youth prizes |
| Capacity | Maximum 200 players |
👤 Organizer
Schaakvereniging Wageningen organizes this long-running liberation tournament in Wageningen. The club uses a practical three-group format, which makes the event attractive for strong players, club players, and improving amateurs alike.
Phone: +31 6 12915543
Email: bevrijdingstoernooi@svwageningen.nl
📍 Venue
Universitair Sportcentrum De Bongerd, Bornsesteeg 2, 6708 PE Wageningen, Netherlands
The venue gives the tournament a spacious university sports setting in Wageningen. It also supports a large field, which fits well with the event’s 200-player capacity.
🚗 How to Get There
Use Bornsesteeg 2, 6708 PE Wageningen, in your navigation and aim to arrive before the 09:45 start. Early arrival also helps if you want enough time to settle in before round 1.
It is a strong one-day rapid event for players who want a full chess day in Wageningen.
Additional Details
Prize Fund (approx.) - $1,450
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