European Chess Club Cup Open & Women 2025
The European Chess Club Cup 2025 (Open & Women) brings Europe’s strongest clubs to Rhodes, Greece for a full week of elite team chess in one resort venue. Expect top grandmasters, professional organization, and a polished ECU flagship experience.
Hosted at the Rodos Palace Congress Hall on October 18–26, 2025, the event features 7 classical rounds, daily afternoon starts, on-site services, and a generous prize fund. A perfect blend of sporting intensity and seaside atmosphere.
Event Details
| 📅 Dates | 18–26 October 2025 (arrival 18 Oct, departure 26 Oct) |
| 📍 Location | Rhodes, Greece (Rodos Palace Congress Hall) |
| 🏆 Prize Fund | €40,000 total (Open €26,000 • Women €14,000) |
| ♟️ Tournament Type | Team Championships (Open & Women) |
| 🧩 Tournament System | Swiss (teams) |
| 🔢 Number of Rounds | 7 |
| ⏱️ Time Control | 90’/40 + 30’ + 30″ increment from move 1 |
| 🚫 Late Arrival | Default time 15 minutes |
| chess.at.events@gmail.com | |
| ☎️ Phone | — |
| 🔗 Official Website | eccc2025.com |
| 📊 Pairings & Results | Chess-Results |
Prize Fund & Breakdown
| Section | Total | Notes |
| Open | €26,000 | Team prizes + board awards |
| Women | €14,000 | Team prizes + board awards |
Time Control & Pairings
Classical 90’/40 + 30’ + 30″ from move 1. Team Swiss pairings; title norms possible. Pairings/standings updated daily on Chess-Results.
Sections / Groups
| Section | Boards | Notes |
| Open | 6 + 2 reserves | ECU regulations apply |
| Women | 4 + 1 reserve | ECU regulations apply |
Schedule
| Day | Date | Time | Activity |
| Sat | 18 Oct | — | Arrivals & Opening |
| Sun | 19 Oct | 15:00 | Round 1 |
| Mon | 20 Oct | 15:00 | Round 2 |
| Tue | 21 Oct | 15:00 | Round 3 |
| Wed | 22 Oct | 15:00 | Round 4 |
| Thu | 23 Oct | 15:00 | Round 5 |
| Fri | 24 Oct | 15:00 | Round 6 |
| Sat | 25 Oct | 14:00 | Round 7 • Awards |
| Sun | 26 Oct | — | Departures |
Registration
- Who applies: Club teams via ECU member federations
- Deadlines: As per official invitation (mid-August typical)
- Fees: ECU team fees; €100 accreditation per participant (includes official transfers on 18 & 26 Oct)
- How to enter: Through your federation and organizer email
Organizer
Organized by the European Chess Union with a dedicated local committee — fair play, professional arbiters, and full-service logistics.
- Organizer: European Chess Union / Rhodes OC
- Email: chess.at.events@gmail.com
- Website: eccc2025.com
Venue
Rodos Palace Congress Hall, Ixia, Rhodes (playing hall + hotel in one complex)
Google Maps: Rodos Palace, Rhodes
Short walk between rooms and playing area; on-site F&B and analysis spaces.
Accommodation
Official hotel: Rodos Palace 5★, full-board event packages (8 nights standard). Single/double rooms; extra nights available; booking via organizer.
How to Get There
- Air: Rhodes International Airport (RHO) → official transfer (event days) or taxi (~25 min)
- Local: Buses/taxis connect airport, Rhodes Town, and the venue
Play for European club glory in a world-class venue with smooth logistics and serious competition.
