The 23rd edition of the Spilimbergo International Chess Tournament returns in August 2025 with thrilling competition, top-tier organization, and rich Italian hospitality. Set in the picturesque town of Spilimbergo, this annual summer event has become a staple of the European chess circuit, attracting players from multiple rating categories and age groups. With multiple sections tailored to a wide range of playing strengths and a total prize fund of €8,000, Spilimbergo promises a week of intellectually engaging chess and cultural exploration.
📅 Dates
August 9–15, 2025
Enjoy 7 to 9 rounds of classical chess spread over seven exciting summer days.
📍 Venue
Centro Sportivo La Favorita – Spilimbergo, Italy
This spacious sports complex offers optimal playing conditions in a welcoming environment, located near the town center and accessible from key northern Italian cities.
⏱️ Time Control
Each player receives 90 minutes for the entire game with a 30-second increment from move one.
🗓️ Tournament Schedule
| Date | Time | Master | A/B/C Tournaments |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 9 | 16:00 | Round 1 | |
| August 10 | 09:30 | Round 2 | |
| 15:30 | Round 3 | ||
| August 11 | 15:30 | Round 4 | Round 1 |
| August 12 | 09:30 | Round 5 | Round 2 |
| 15:30 | Round 6 | Round 3 | |
| August 13 | 15:30 | Round 7 | Round 4 |
| August 14 | 09:30 | Round 8 | Round 5 |
| 15:30 | Round 6 | ||
| August 15 | 09:30 | Round 9 | Round 7 |
| 14:30 | 🏆 Award Ceremony |
🔢 Number of Rounds
- Master Tournament: 9 rounds
- Tournament A, B, C: 7 rounds
All events follow the Swiss system with tie-breaks decided by Buchholz Cut 1, Buchholz Total, and ARO.
💰 Prize Fund and Prizes
The total prize pool amounts to €8,000, distributed as follows:
🥇 Master Tournament (ELO > 2000)
- 1st: €1,500 + trophy
- 2nd: €1,000
- 3rd: €700
- 4th–10th: from €600 to €150
- Best U18 and 2000–2199: €120 and €100
🏆 Tournament A (ELO 1700–2100)
- 1st: €500 + trophy
- 2nd–5th: from €300 to €110
- Best in rating categories 1900–2099 and 1700–1899: €100–€80
🏅 Tournament B (ELO 1500–1900)
- 1st: €200 + trophy
- 2nd & 3rd: €100 and €70
- Best U10–U16 and ELO sub-categories: trophies and €50–€90
🏅 Tournament C (ELO <1700)
- 1st: €100 + trophy
- 2nd & 3rd: trophies
- Best U8–U16: trophies
Note: All prizes are indivisible and non-accumulative. Players must be present to receive prizes.
📝 Registration and Participation
🎟️ Entry Fees
- Master Tournament: €80 (GM: €10, Women/U18: €60)
- Tournament A: €70 (Women/U18: €60)
- Tournament B: €60 (Women/U18: €50)
- Tournament C: €40 (U18: €30)
Top 3 U18 players and top 3 adult players rated over 1950 may qualify for the Master section.
🧾 Registration Info
Players must register by:
- Master Tournament: August 9, 2025, by 14:30
- A/B/C Tournaments: August 11, 2025, by 13:00
A €10 late fee applies after August 8, 2025.
💳 Payment Details
- Bank: BANCA 360 FVG – Spilimbergo Branch
- IBAN: IT19M0863165030063000009590
- Account Holder: A.S.D. Circolo Scacchistico Le Due Torri – Spilimbergo
- Reference: “Spilimbergo Chess 2025 – [Player Name]”
✈️ Travel and Accommodation
✈️ How to Reach Spilimbergo
- From Trieste: A4-E70 to A23-E55, exit Udine Sud, follow SS464
- From Udine: Take SS464 directly
- From Treviso: A27 to Conegliano, then A28 to Portogruaro, continue via SR177
🏨 Recommended Hotels
- Grand Hotel President: +39 0427 51002
- Hotel Stella D’Oro: +39 0427 2262
- Albergo Michielini: +39 0427 50450
- Pensione Consul: +39 0427 2322
- Albergo Belvedere: +39 0427 93016
- Corte Morea: +39 0427 916039
- Gelindo dei Magredi: +39 0427 97037
- Albergo Diffuso Magredi: +39 335 679 9456
Participants can request special rates for accommodation and meals through the organizing committee.
👨⚖️ Tournament Officials
- Tournament Director: Andrea Bisaro – +39 348 261 3719
- Chief Arbiter: Mattia Paveglio – +39 345 453 9936
These experienced officials ensure professional and fair tournament conditions.
🏢 Organizer – A.S.D. Circolo Scacchistico Le Due Torri – Spilimbergo
The chess club “Le Due Torri” has organized international chess events in Spilimbergo for over two decades. Known for its commitment to excellence, it hosts tournaments across all levels and actively promotes chess in the region. With an experienced team, the club creates a competitive yet friendly environment that brings together chess enthusiasts from all over Europe.
📬 Contact Information
- Address: Spilimbergo, Italy
- Email: andrea.bisaro@friulanarubinetterie.it | mattia.paveglio@hotmail.it
- Phone: +39 348 261 3719 | +39 345 453 9936
🌟 Why You Should Participate
The Spilimbergo International Chess Tournament offers more than a competition—it delivers an unforgettable summer chess experience in one of Italy’s most welcoming towns. You will enjoy a wide range of sections to suit your rating, generous prizes, top-level organization, and a setting steeped in culture and hospitality. Whether you are a seasoned competitor or a rising junior, Spilimbergo offers you the chance to test your skills, make new friends, and enjoy a chess holiday to remember.
Additional Details
Playing Venue - Centro Sportivo La Favorita – Spilimbergo, Italy
Organizer - A.S.D. Circolo Scacchistico Le Due Torri – Spilimbergo
Organizer Phone - +39 348 261 3719
Organizer email - andrea.bisaro@friulanarubinetterie.it
Tournament Director - Andrea Bisaro – +39 348 261 3719
Chief Arbiter - Mattia Paveglio – +39 345 453 9936
Time control - 90 minutes for the entire game with a 30-second increment from move one
Number of rounds - Master Tournament: 9 rounds. Tournament A, B, C: 7 rounds
Tournament system - SWISS
Rating - FIDE
Organizer
Șah Club Vados Arad, founded in 2006, stands as one of Romania’s most respected chess organizations. Operating as a nonprofit sports association, the club has introduced over 600 young players to the game through educational partnerships, school programs, and structured training sessions. Its commitment to excellence extends to the national stage, where its senior team has earned multiple titles and regularly competes at the highest level in Romania’s Superliga. The club’s mission goes beyond trophies—it fosters a lifelong love for chess, promotes discipline and critical thinking, and builds a supportive community for all ages.
Led by President Alin Câmpeanu, the club plays a vital role in advancing Romanian chess by organizing top-tier events like the Arad Open and Cupa Vados. These tournaments attract international talent and contribute significantly to Romania’s growing reputation in global chess circles. With a strong foundation in youth development and a track record of hosting elite competitions, Șah Club Vados Arad continues to shape the future of chess in Romania while nurturing a deep-rooted culture of passion, professionalism, and performance.