VII Open Internacional València Cuna del Ajedrez will take place on July 4-12, 2026 in València, Spain. This is a chess tournament in València, Spain, in 2026, and it offers a 9-round classical international open with norm possibilities at the Universitat Politècnica de València.

The event suits titled players, ambitious masters, strong club competitors, and improving tournament players who want serious long-play chess in a well-structured summer open. Moreover, the festival divides the competition into Group A and Group B, so it gives both stronger and lower-rated players a clear section path.

València also adds strong appeal to the event. In addition, VII Open Internacional València Cuna del Ajedrez combines a climate-controlled university venue, a large confirmed prize fund, official accommodation support, and a full classical schedule, so it stands out as one of the most attractive July tournaments in Spain.

📌 Event Details

🏆 Prize Fund

The confirmed total cash prize fund for VII Open Internacional València Cuna del Ajedrez is €16,000, which is approximately USD 18,500. Therefore, the event offers a strong prize structure across both sections, while the top finishers also receive trophies.

The prizes are not cumulative, except for the Comunidad Valenciana category. In addition, the organizers pay prizes by bank transfer and require the prize documentation shortly after the tournament ends.

⏰ Time Control & Pairings

The tournament uses 90 minutes for the whole game plus a 30-second increment from move one. As a result, the event clearly belongs to the classical chess category and gives players enough time for serious strategic play in every round.

The organizers use a 9-round Swiss system. Meanwhile, Group A follows an accelerated Swiss format, while Group B uses a regular Swiss system. The default time is 30 minutes. In addition, players may request up to two half-point byes in the first six rounds, which adds useful flexibility during the first part of the event. The published tie-break order starts with games elected to play, then Buchholz FIDE minus the worst result, Buchholz FIDE Total, APRO, Sonneborn-Berger, and other official criteria as needed.

📂 Sections / Groups

🗓️ Schedule

📝 Registration

👤 Organizer

Federación de Ajedrez de la Comunidad Valenciana organizes the tournament and manages registrations, prize administration, and player communication through its official platform. Moreover, the federation gives the event a professional structure, which helps create a strong and reliable competitive environment in València.

• Email: correo@facv.org
• Phone: +34 963 153 005
• Website: https://www.facv.org/

📍 Venue

Universitat Politècnica de València, ETSIT Telecomunicación, Building 4D, Camí de Vera, s/n, 46022 València, Spain

The official playing venue is the ground floor of ETSIT Telecomunicación at the Universitat Politècnica de València. The venue is air-conditioned, which is especially valuable for a July tournament. In addition, the university setting gives players a practical and comfortable space for a full week of classical chess.

🏨 Accommodation

The official accommodation option is Colegio Mayor Ausias March, de Catalunya 30, 46021 València. The residence uses four-room apartments with three single rooms and one double room, plus a shared bathroom. Therefore, it offers a practical stay format for both individual players and small groups.

🚗 How to Get There

The venue is on the Valencia campus of the Universitat Politècnica de València at Camí de Vera. The campus is easy to reach from the city by public transport. In addition, the Universidad Politècnica tram stop on Metrovalencia lines 4 and 6 serves the area, while several city bus lines also stop near the campus. Players arriving by train can continue from central València to the university area without much difficulty.

VII Open Internacional València Cuna del Ajedrez is a strong choice for players who want norm chances, a major prize fund, and a full week of classical chess in València.