The 17th International Salzkammergut Chess Open 2025 is scheduled from June 6 to June 9, 2025, at the Kongress- und Theaterhaus in Bad Ischl, Austria. This annual tournament, held during Pentecost, is a prominent event in the region, attracting numerous chess enthusiasts.
Tournament Details:
- Format: 5-round Swiss system
- Time Control: 90 minutes for 40 moves, plus 30 minutes for the remainder of the game, with a 30-second increment per move
Tournament Groups:
The competition is divided into five categories:
- A-Tournament: Open to all players
- B-Tournament: For players rated under 2100 FIDE Elo
- C-Tournament: For players rated under 1900 FIDE Elo
- D-Tournament: For players rated under 1700 FIDE Elo
- E-Tournament: For players rated under 1500 national Elo
Entry Fees:
- A-Tournament: €45
- B-Tournament: €45
- C-Tournament: €40
- D-Tournament: €40
- E-Tournament: €35
Additional Events:
A FIDE-rated blitz tournament is also planned for June 7, 2025, welcoming both participants of the main open and other interested players.
Registration:
To register, please contact Daniel Lieb at +43 (0) 699 12 13 13 39 (evenings) or via email at [email protected].
For more detailed information, you can refer to the official announcement:
Additional Details
Prize Fund - 2460 EUR
Organizer - SK Bad Ischl
Tournament Director - IO Daniel Lieb
Chief Arbiter - IA Daniel Lieb
Time control - 90 minutes for 40 moves, plus 30 minutes for the remainder of the game, with a 30-second increment per move
Number of rounds - 5
Tournament system - SWISS
Rating - Rating national, Rating international
Organizer
The Austrian Chess Federation (Österreichischer Schachbund – ÖSB), founded in 1920 and reestablished in 1946, serves as the central authority for chess in Austria. Headquartered in Graz, the federation oversees national chess activities, develops local talent, and represents Austria in international competitions. Under the leadership of President Michael Stöttinger, the ÖSB actively promotes chess through various programs and events.
The ÖSB organizes several key tournaments annually. The Austrian Chess Championship, held since 1929, determines the national champion and is a cornerstone of the country’s chess calendar. The federation also hosts the Austrian Bundesliga, the premier team competition in Austria, attracting top clubs and players from across the nation. Additionally, the ÖSB supports youth and women’s championships, fostering the development of chess at all levels.