VI Open Internacional de Ajedrez Dama Negra 2025
The 6th Open Internacional de Ajedrez Dama Negra returns to southern Spain with a blend of competitive chess and Mediterranean ambience.
Organized by Club de Ajedrez Dama Negra, this FIDE-rated classical open brings together players from Spain and abroad in the seaside town of Roquetas de Mar (Almería) during the Christmas holidays.
Event Details
| 📅 Dates | December 26 – 30, 2025 |
| 📍 Location | Roquetas de Mar, Almería, Spain |
| 💰 Prize Fund | €4,500 total |
| 🏁 Tournament Type | FIDE-rated International Open |
| 🧩 Tournament System | Swiss system |
| 🔢 Number of Rounds | 7 |
| ⏱️ Time Control | 90 minutes + 30 seconds increment |
| ⏰ Late Arrival | 30 minutes default time |
| 📆 Registration Deadline | December 24, 2025 |
| 👥 Maximum Players | 150 |
| 🏢 Organizer | Club de Ajedrez Dama Negra |
| ✉️ Email | info@eventosdeajedrez.com |
| ☎️ Phone | +34 678 65 91 40 |
| 🔗 Official Website | eventosdeajedrez.com |
Prize Fund & Breakdown
| Place | Prize (€) |
|---|---|
| 1st | 1,000 |
| 2nd | 700 |
| 3rd | 500 |
| 4th | 300 |
| 5th | 200 |
| 6th–10th | 150 – 100 |
Time Control & Tournament System
System: 7-round Swiss, FIDE-rated.
Time control: 90 minutes + 30 seconds increment from move 1.
Pairings: Swiss-Manager. Tiebreaks: Buchholz, progressive score, direct encounter.
Sections / Groups
| Section | Eligibility | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Open | Open to all players | Single FIDE-rated section |
Schedule
| Date | Round / Activity | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 26 | Arrival, Registration & Round 1 | Registration 16:00–19:00 • R1 20:00 |
| Dec 27–29 | Rounds 2–6 | 17:00 daily |
| Dec 30 | Round 7 & Awards Ceremony | 10:00 & 13:30 |
Registration
Register online at eventosdeajedrez.com or via info@eventosdeajedrez.com. Entry fee: €30 adults / €20 juniors (U18). Payment on arrival. FIDE ID required.
Organizer
Club de Ajedrez Dama Negra organizes high-quality events across Andalusia, known for friendly hospitality and smooth, professional tournament management.
Website: eventosdeajedrez.com • Email: info@eventosdeajedrez.com • Phone: +34 678 65 91 40
Venue
Hotel Bahía Serena — Avenida de Playa Serena 67, 04740 Roquetas de Mar, Almería, Spain
Accommodation
Participants benefit from special rates at the official venue Hotel Bahía Serena (sea-view rooms, half-board options). Early booking recommended.
How to Get There
- By Air: Almería Airport (LEI) ≈ 35 km.
- By Train: Almería Central Station → 40 minutes by taxi or bus.
- By Car: A-7 motorway, exit Roquetas de Mar.
Finish the chess year on Spain’s sunny southern coast — join the VI Open Internacional de Ajedrez Dama Negra 2025 for festive atmosphere and serious classical chess.