
Hradec Králové Open 2026 runs at Hotel Černigov from November 7 to 14 as part of the CZECH TOUR series. Moreover, the program combines a nine-round classical Open with seven-round rapid and eleven-round blitz tournaments. The official hotel stands directly beside the main railway station.
The Open uses 90 minutes plus 30 seconds per move, while rapid uses 10+5 and blitz uses 3+2. In addition, the organizer submits the Open for FIDE and DWZ rating and submits the speed events for their relevant FIDE ratings. Festival Director Michal Horáček and Chief Arbiter FA Petr Lausman lead the published team.
The complete fixed cash schedule totals CZK46,000, approximately $2,180 after conversion and upward rounding. Therefore, the official distribution gives CZK40,000 to the Open and CZK3,000 to each side event. The central hotel arrangement gives participants simple access to the venue, railway station, buses, restaurants, and city center.
📌 Event Details
| 📅 Dates | November 7–14, 2026 |
| 🌍 Location | Hradec Králové, Czech Republic |
| 📍 Venue | Hotel Černigov – Riegrovo náměstí 1494, 500 02 Hradec Králové, Czech Republic |
| 🏢 Organizer | AVE CHESS z.s. |
| ♟️ Format | Nine-round classical Open with rapid and blitz side events |
| 🔢 Rounds | Open: 9; Rapid: 7; Blitz: 11 |
| ⏱️ Time Control | Open: 90+30; Rapid: 10+5; Blitz: 3+2 |
| 📊 Rating | FIDE and DWZ for the Open; FIDE rapid and blitz |
| 💰 Prize Fund | $2,180 |
| 📧 Contact | office@avechess.cz +420 608 203 007 |
⏱️ Time Control & Pairings
The Open uses 90 minutes plus 30 seconds per move from move one. Moreover, rapid uses 10+5 and blitz uses 3+2. The official regulations define waiting time, tie-breaks, rating submission, event-day registration, and prize eligibility.
🏆 Prize Fund
The Open offers CZK40,000, while rapid and blitz each offer CZK3,000. Consequently, the complete fixed cash total is CZK46,000, approximately $2,180 after conversion and upward rounding.
| Prize Category | Verified Award |
|---|---|
| Hradec Králové Open | CZK40,000 |
| Rapid | CZK3,000 |
| Blitz | CZK3,000 |
| Complete fixed cash total | CZK46,000 / approximately $2,180 |
📂 Sections / Groups
| Section | Eligibility / Dates | Format |
|---|---|---|
| Hradec Králové Open | Open participation | 9-round classical Swiss |
| Rapid | Separate event-day registration | 7 rounds, 10+5 |
| Blitz | Separate event-day registration | 11 rounds, 3+2 |
🗓️ Schedule
| Date / Stage | Time | Activity |
|---|---|---|
| November 7 | 10:00–15:00 / 16:00 | Attendance and Open Round 1 |
| November 8 | 08:30–09:15 / 09:30 / 16:00 | Rapid registration, rapid tournament, and Round 2 |
| November 9 | 16:00 | Round 3 |
| November 10 | 09:00 / 16:00 | Rounds 4 and 5 |
| November 11 | 16:00 | Round 6 |
| November 12 | 09:15–09:45 / 10:00 / 16:00 | Blitz registration, blitz tournament, and Round 7 |
| November 13 | 16:00 | Round 8 |
| November 14 | 09:00 / 15:30 | Round 9 and closing ceremony |
📝 Registration
Players should use the official event page or email office@avechess.cz. In addition, the classical application deadline is October 28 under the published fee and accommodation conditions. Rapid and blitz entrants register during the stated event-day windows.
👤 Organizer
| 🏢 Organizer | AVE CHESS z.s. |
| 👤 Festival Director | Michal Horáček |
| ⚖️ Chief Arbiter | FA Petr Lausman |
| office@avechess.cz | |
| ☎️ Phone | +420 608 203 007 |
| 🌐 Official Page | https://www.czechtour.net/hradec-kralove-open/ |
📍 Venue
Hotel Černigov hosts the festival at Riegrovo náměstí 1494. Furthermore, the hotel stands beside Hradec Králové’s main railway and bus stations. Participants can therefore reach the playing room and accommodation without a separate city transfer.
🚗 How to Get There
| Travel Option | Practical Information |
|---|---|
| By Train | Hradec Králové hlavní nádraží stands directly beside the hotel. |
| By Bus | The main regional bus terminal is within the station district. |
| By Air | Prague Airport is the principal international gateway, followed by rail or road travel. |
| By Car | Use Riegrovo náměstí and verify hotel or nearby public parking. |
🏨 Accommodation Near the Venue
| Accommodation Option | Details |
|---|---|
| Hotel Černigov | Official playing venue and primary accommodation. |
| Hotel Okresní dům | Central hotel with city transport access. |
| Hradec Králové apartments | Additional options near the railway and historic-center corridors. |
ℹ️ Other Information
- The festival combines classical, rapid, and blitz events.
- The complete fixed cash total is CZK46,000.
- The hotel stands beside the main railway station.
- The CZECH TOUR rules govern applications, accommodation, payments, and late fees.
✅ Final Checks Before Travel
- First, verify the accepted-player list, section, rating identifiers, and payment status.
- In addition, review the published round schedule, default time, bye rules, tie-breaks, and device policy.
- Moreover, save the venue route and organizer contact before travel.
- Finally, recheck accommodation, parking, meals, and cancellation conditions.
🔗 Official Resources
| Resource | Official Link |
|---|---|
| Official Event Page | https://www.czechtour.net/hradec-kralove-open/ |
| Official Regulations | https://www.czechtour.net/hradec-kralove-open/regulations/ |
| CZECH TOUR Applications | https://www.czechtour.net/applications/ |
| Czech Railways | https://www.cd.cz/en/ |
Additional Details
Prize Fund (approx.) - $2,180
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