Wellness Chess Tour GP7 takes place from June 4-7, 2026 in Hajdúszoboszló, Hungary. This is a chess tournament in Hajdúszoboszló, Hungary, in 2026. The event is a seven-round over-the-board chess tournament with one main open section, a full classical chess tournament format, and a hotel-based playing venue at Hotel Atlantis Wellness & Conference. The tournament also forms the seventh station of the 2026 Wellness Chess Tour Grand Prix and offers a confirmed cash prize fund of about USD 970.
Additionally, this chess tournament in Hajdúszoboszló blends rated competition with a wellness setting, which gives the event a different character from a standard city open. The Wellness Chess Tour GP7 also provides Grand Prix points toward the annual series standings, while the venue keeps accommodation, meals, and tournament play in one place. As a result, this chess event in Hajdúszoboszló is an appealing option for club players, women, seniors, juniors, and experienced competitors who want a practical FIDE rated chess tournament in Hungary.
🗓️ Event Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| 📅 Dates | June 4-7, 2026 |
| 📍 Location | Hajdúszoboszló, Hungary |
| ♟️ Format | 7-round Swiss tournament |
| 📂 Sections | 1 section |
| ⏱️ Time control | 90 minutes + 30-second increment from move 1 |
| 💳 Entry fee | Above 2200 Elo: HUF 9,000; 2100-2199 Elo: HUF 12,000; under 2100 Elo: HUF 14,000 |
| 💰 Prize fund | USD 970 (approx.) |
| 👤 Eligibility | Players must hold a valid 2026 license or HPL |
| 🧩 Organizer notes | Seventh station of the 2026 Wellness Chess Tour Grand Prix |
🏆 Prize Fund
The total confirmed cash prize fund is HUF 350,000, guaranteed with at least 50 participants. In addition, the organizer states that prizes are not split, and taxes and related charges follow Hungarian law.
| Prize category | Cash prizes |
|---|---|
| Main prizes | 1st HUF 120,000; 2nd HUF 70,000; 3rd HUF 35,000; 4th HUF 25,000; 5th HUF 20,000; 6th HUF 15,000 |
| Rating prizes | Best 1600-1800 Elo HUF 15,000; Best 1800-2000 Elo HUF 15,000 |
| Special prizes | Best young player HUF 15,000; Best Hajdú-Bihar county player HUF 15,000; Best senior aged 60+ HUF 15,000; Best woman HUF 15,000 |
⏱️ Time Control & Pairings
The tournament uses a 7-round Swiss system in one open section. Each player receives 90 minutes for the full game plus a 30-second increment from move one. Therefore, the event follows a complete classical chess tournament structure across four days.
In addition, the published tie-break order is Buchholz Cut 1, Buchholz, and Progressive. The event also forms part of the 2026 Grand Prix circuit, so players can collect points toward the year-end standings. Participants must hold a valid 2026 competition license or HPL before taking part.
📂 Sections / Groups
The tournament is played as one main open section without Elo restriction.
📅 Schedule
| Date | Weekday | Time | Round |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 4, 2026 | Thursday | 10:50 AM | Opening ceremony |
| June 4, 2026 | Thursday | 11:00 AM | Round 1 |
| June 4, 2026 | Thursday | 4:00 PM | Round 2 |
| June 5, 2026 | Friday | 9:00 AM | Round 3 |
| June 5, 2026 | Friday | 3:00 PM | Round 4 |
| June 6, 2026 | Saturday | 9:00 AM | Round 5 |
| June 6, 2026 | Saturday | 3:00 PM | Round 6 |
| June 6, 2026 | Saturday | 7:30 PM | Blitz competition |
| June 7, 2026 | Sunday | 9:00 AM | Round 7 |
| June 7, 2026 | Sunday | After round 7 | Closing ceremony |
📝 Registration
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| How to register | Register by email |
| Entry fee | Above 2200 Elo: HUF 9,000; 2100-2199 Elo: HUF 12,000; under 2100 Elo: HUF 14,000 |
| Free entry | GM, IM, WGM |
| Deadline | Registration closes on June 3, 2026 |
| Membership | Valid 2026 license or HPL required |
| Grand Prix discount | Players who have already played at least 6 stations receive HUF 2,000 discount from the 7th station onward in 2026 |
| Club discount | If at least 5 paid players from one chess association register, each player receives the published reduced fee |
| Payment options | Cash, bank transfer, bank card, SZÉP card |
👥 Organizer
The Wellness Chess Tour organizing team runs this Hajdúszoboszló event as part of its national Grand Prix series and continues to combine rated chess with hotel-based tournament weekends across Hungary. In addition, the organizer manages registration, accommodation coordination, and player communication for the full event.
- Address: Hotel Atlantis Wellness & Conference, Damjanich utca 10, 4200 Hajdúszoboszló, Hungary
- Email: sporty207@gmail.com
- Phone: +36 30 640 3361
- Website: https://www.wellnesschesstour.com
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wellnesschesstour
🏨 Venue
Hotel Atlantis Wellness & Conference, Damjanich utca 10, 4200 Hajdúszoboszló, Hungary
The tournament takes place in the conference room of Hotel Atlantis in Hajdúszoboszló. Moreover, the hotel provides one central playing site for the full tournament while also offering on-site wellness facilities and accommodation. This setup makes the event practical for players who want to stay at the same location where they compete.
🛎️ Accommodation
Hotel Atlantis offers a special tournament package with half board for the stay from June 4-7, 2026. A double room for two people costs HUF 54,900 per room per night with half board, while a double room for one person costs HUF 37,900 per person per night with half board. A room with Aqua-Palace view carries a HUF 3,000 surcharge per room per night.
In addition, children aged 0-5.99 stay free, while children aged 6-11.99 pay HUF 13,725 per child per night with half board. Tourist tax is HUF 750 per person per night from age 18. The package includes accommodation, buffet breakfast and dinner, unlimited use of the wellness area, sauna access, fitness room use, Wi-Fi, and in-room amenities.
🚗 How to Get There
Players can travel to Hajdúszoboszló and then continue directly to Hotel Atlantis on Damjanich utca. In addition, staying at the official hotel makes the event especially convenient because the playing hall, accommodation, meals, and wellness facilities are all in one place.
🧾 Other
A separate blitz competition is scheduled for Saturday evening. The organizer also notes that many local leisure options are available during free time, including wellness services and nearby attractions in Hajdúszoboszló and the surrounding area.
Enjoy a competitive long weekend in Hajdúszoboszló and take part in a rated chess event that combines classical play, Grand Prix points, and a full wellness hotel setting.
Additional Details
Prize Fund (approx.) - HUF 400,000
Date And Time
07-06-2026
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Wellness Chess Tour is a Hungary-based tournament organizer that runs a well-known international chess Grand Prix series. Today, it combines competitive over-the-board chess with practical travel planning. Over the years, Wellness Chess Tour has built repeat participation from players across Central Europe. As a result, the brand is closely associated with reliable scheduling and clear event operations.
Moreover, Wellness Chess Tour organizes Wellness Chess Tour GP6 as one of its key seasonal stations. The series typically features FIDE-rated classical chess with multiple sections and transparent regulations. In addition, the organizer emphasizes consistent playing conditions, punctual round starts, and well-defined registration steps, so participants can focus on preparation, energy management, and performance across the full schedule. Therefore, Wellness Chess Tour GP events appeal to players who value both serious chess and predictable logistics.
At the same time, Wellness Chess Tour aims to deliver a friendly tournament atmosphere for competitors and accompanying guests. Consequently, many participants treat the event as both a chess challenge and a social weekend. In addition, the organizer highlights hospitality, fair play, and straightforward communication, which reduces uncertainty before arrival and supports smooth on-site coordination for everyone involved. Furthermore, Wellness Chess Tour in Hungary remains committed to professional organization and a stable player experience from station to station.
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