The European Youth Team Chess Championship 2025 is set to take place from July 4 to July 12, 2025, in the picturesque town of Brežice, Slovenia, at the renowned Terme Čatež – Hotel Toplice. This classical-format tournament brings together Europe’s most promising young chess talents in a team competition that fosters both competitive spirit and international camaraderie. With separate categories for Open and Girls in U12 and U18 age groups, the championship offers a platform for young players to showcase their skills on an international stage.

📋 EVENT DETAILS

⏱️ TIME CONTROL

Each player is allotted 90 minutes for the first 40 moves, followed by 30 minutes for the remainder of the game, with a 30-second increment per move starting from move one. This classical time control ensures deep strategic play and fair competition across all rounds.

📅 TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE

Note: The schedule is subject to change; participants will be notified of any adjustments.

💰 PRIZE FUND

The championship awards trophies and medals to the top three teams in each category: Open U12, Girls U12, Open U18, and Girls U18. Each member of the winning teams, including captains, will receive gold medals, while silver and bronze medals will be awarded to the second and third-place teams, respectively. Additional prizes may be offered by the organizers or sponsors and will be announced prior to the start of the competition.

📝 REGISTRATION

Eligibility:

• Open to teams from national federations, regions, cities, clubs, or schools affiliated with the European Chess Union.
• Each federation may enter up to four teams in each category:

  • Open U12 and U18: 4 players and 1 reserve per team.
  • Girls U12 and U18: 2 players and 1 reserve per team.

• Players must not have reached the age of 12 or 18, depending on the category, by January 1, 2025.

Entry Fees:

• €100 per team, payable to the European Chess Union.

Registration Deadline:

• May 30, 2025.

Registration Process:

• Participants must complete the registration form, including details of players, captains, and accompanying persons.
• Submit the form and payment confirmation to the tournament office by the deadline.

Contact:

• Email: [email protected]

🧳 TRAVEL AND ACCOMMODATION

Venue Address:

Hotel Toplice, Terme Čatež
Topliška cesta 35, SI-8250 Brežice, Slovenia

Accommodation:

• Participants will be accommodated in the official hotel complex, comprising Hotel Terme and Hotel Toplice.
• Both hotels offer comfortable rooms and are within walking distance of the playing venue.

Travel Information:

• By Air: The nearest major airport is Zagreb Airport (Croatia), approximately 45 km from Brežice.
• Transfers: Organizers will provide transfers from Zagreb Airport to the venue on arrival and departure days.

🏢 ORGANIZER

The Slovenian Chess Federation, in collaboration with the European Chess Union (ECU), is responsible for organizing the European Youth Team Chess Championship 2025.

Contact Information:

• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: +386 41 686 746
• Address: Topliška cesta 35, SI-8250 Brežice, Slovenia

🎯 WHY YOU SHOULD PARTICIPATE

Participating in the European Youth Team Chess Championship 2025 offers young players an unparalleled opportunity to compete at a high level, gain international experience, and forge lasting friendships with peers from across Europe. Set in the picturesque town of Brežice, Slovenia, the event combines rigorous competition with cultural enrichment, making it a memorable experience for all involved.

For further information and updates, please contact the organizers directly.