The GM/IM Norm Tournaments in Munich offer an exceptional opportunity for ambitious chess players to earn prestigious FIDE titles while competing in a top-tier, professionally organized event. Set in the cultural heart of Bavaria, these tournaments are part of the highly anticipated GM/IM Norm Tournaments – Munich 2025, attracting rising stars, seasoned masters, and motivated norm seekers from across Europe and beyond. With carefully selected participant pools and fair pairing systems, this event ensures every player gets the best chance to secure norms in a competitive yet supportive atmosphere.

📅 Dates and Schedule

You can take part in the GM/IM Norm Tournaments – Munich 2025 event from June 3 to June 7, 2025. The tournament follows a compact, high-intensity schedule, allowing players to complete all rounds within five days, making it ideal for professionals with tight calendars.

• Start Date: Tuesday, June 3, 2025
• End Date: Saturday, June 7, 2025
• Rounds: 9 rounds (1–2 classical games per day)
• Format: Round-robin groups for GM and IM norms

🏛️ Venue Information

The event will unfold at the Salesianum Munich, a serene and well-equipped youth and conference center in the heart of Munich, Germany. The venue offers a comfortable environment for focused play as part of the GM/IM Norm Tournaments – Munich 2025 and provides players with modern facilities, quiet surroundings, and nearby accommodation options.

Venue Address:
Salesianum Munich
St.-Wolfgangs-Platz 11,
81669 Munich, Germany

⏱️ Time Control

The tournament will follow FIDE standard time control, designed specifically to support norm eligibility:

• Each player gets 90 minutes for 40 moves, followed by 30 minutes for the rest of the game, with a 30-second increment from move one.

🗓️ Round Schedule

The tournament will run on a condensed schedule over five days:

• June 3–6 – Two rounds daily (Morning & Afternoon)
• June 7 – Final round + Closing Ceremony

Players will receive a detailed timetable upon registration confirmation.

📝 Registration and Participation

Players seeking GM or IM norms in the GM/IM Norm Tournaments – Munich 2025 should apply early due to limited spots. The organizer selects participants based on FIDE rating, norm eligibility, and a balanced field for round-robin composition.

Eligibility:

• Open to titled and norm-seeking players (GM, IM, FM, WGM, WIM)
• Minimum FIDE rating requirements may apply per norm rules
• Participation requires prior confirmation by the organizer

To register:
Send your full name, FIDE ID, title, current rating, and chess CV to the organizer.

💳 Payment Details

• Entry Fee for GM Norm Group: €450
• Entry Fee for IM Norm Group: €350
• GMs with norm-seeking status may receive conditions

Bank transfer details and payment instructions will be provided upon acceptance into the tournament.

🛫 Travel and 🛌 Accommodation

Getting There:
Munich boasts excellent travel connections via Munich International Airport (MUC) and central train stations. The Salesianum venue sits close to the city center and is easily accessible via U-Bahn and tram networks.

Accommodation:
The venue itself offers on-site rooms at the Salesianum, ideal for players preferring a stay-in environment. Additional options include nearby budget hotels, hostels, and apartments, all within walking distance. Participants attending the GM/IM Norm Tournaments – Munich 2025 may also book accommodation through the organizer’s recommendations to benefit from discounted rates.

👨‍⚖️ Tournament Director and Chief Arbiter

• Tournament Director: Otto Kienzle
• Chief Arbiter: FA Tobias Kuhn

🧩 Organizer Details

The event is organized by the experienced team behind the Munich Chess Festival, known for creating elite-level conditions for aspiring norm achievers. Their commitment to fairness, hospitality, and excellence has made Munich one of Europe’s preferred destinations for serious chess players, especially for events like the GM/IM Norm Tournaments – Munich 2025.

Organizer Name: Munich Chess Festival Association
Contact Email: [email protected]
Phone Number: +49 89 211 77 999