Hillerød Open 2026
Chess players can kick off the spring season at the Hillerød Open 2026 from Friday, March 6 to Sunday, March 8, 2026 in Hillerød, Denmark. Hillerød Skakklub runs this weekend event using the “Swedish model,” which combines rapid rounds early with classical rounds later. The tournament uses a Swiss format and forms rating groups based on participation, so club players across a wide strength range can compete in the same festival setting.
The program starts with three rapid rounds on Friday evening and then shifts into longer, FIDE-rated chess across Saturday and Sunday. Organizers route most entry fees directly into prizes, including a minimum first prize of 3,000 DKK and guaranteed rating prizes in every rating group. A clear registration deadline and simple payment options make planning straightforward for both local and visiting players.
🗓️ Event Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| 📅 Dates | March 6-8, 2026 |
| 📍 Location | U/Nord, Carlsbergvej 34, 3400 Hillerød, Denmark |
| ♟️ Format | Swiss tournament with 2-4 rating groups depending on participation |
| ⭐ Rating | Danish-rated and FIDE-rated |
| ⏱️ Time control | Rounds 1–3: 25+10 (rapid) · Rounds 4–7: 90+30 (standard) |
| 💳 Entry fee | 300 DKK; GM, IM, WGM, WIM free |
| 💰 Prize fund | 80% of entry fees go to prizes; minimum first prize 3,000 DKK; rating prizes minimum 1,000 DKK per rating group |
| 🧩 Organizer notes | Wheelchair access available |
🏆 Prize Fund
The organizers allocate 80% of all entry fees to prizes and guarantee a minimum first prize of 3,000 DKK. The tournament also guarantees rating prizes of at least 1,000 DKK in each rating group.
The organizers split prizes equally when players tie for a prize position.
⏱️ Time Control & Pairings
The tournament runs as a Swiss event and creates 2–4 rating groups based on the number of participants.
Time control:
• Rounds 1–3: 25 minutes + 10 seconds increment from move 1 (rapid-rated)
• Rounds 4–7: 90 minutes + 30 seconds increment from move 1 (standard Elo-rated)
📂 Sections / Groups
The organizers run the event as a Swiss tournament and form 2–4 rating groups depending on the total number of entries. The tournament announcement does not define fixed rating limits in advance, so players should expect grouping based on the final participant list.
📅 Schedule
| Date | Weekday | Time | Round / Activity |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 6, 2026 | Friday | 19:00 | Round 1 (rapid) |
| March 6, 2026 | Friday | 20:15 | Round 2 (rapid) |
| March 6, 2026 | Friday | 21:30 | Round 3 (rapid) |
| March 7, 2026 | Saturday | 10:00 | Round 4 (standard) |
| March 7, 2026 | Saturday | 15:30 | Round 5 (standard) |
| March 8, 2026 | Sunday | 10:00 | Round 6 (standard) |
| March 8, 2026 | Sunday | 15:30 | Round 7 (standard) |
The organizers hold the prize-giving as soon as the last game finishes.
📝 Registration
Players must complete registration and payment by Monday, March 2, 2026 at 23:59.
Entry fee:
• 300 DKK
• GM, IM, WGM, and WIM play free of charge
Payment options:
• MobilePay: 73189
• Bank transfer: Hillerød Skakklub, reg. 9213, account no. 0360 005 852
The organizers remove players from the entry list if they do not pay the entry fee.
👥 Organizer
Hillerød Skakklub organizes Hillerød Open 2026 and manages entries, grouping, pairings, and on-site operations across the full weekend program.
Website: https://turnering.skak.dk/TournamentActive/Details?tourId=29740
🏨 Venue
The tournament takes place at U/Nord, Carlsbergvej 34, 3400 Hillerød, Denmark. The venue provides an indoor playing space suitable for a multi-round Swiss event, and it offers wheelchair access for participants who need step-free entry.
🚗 How to Get There
You can reach Hillerød by road and regional public transport from the greater Copenhagen area. After arriving in Hillerød, you can continue to Carlsbergvej and follow local signage to U/Nord, then enter the venue for the Friday evening start.
Join Hillerød Open 2026 for a lively weekend that blends rapid intensity with classical depth and a prize structure that rewards strong performance across multiple rating groups.