14th to 20th of February 2027
Location
NOVAPARK Flugzeughotel Graz
Changes are
possible because
of exceptional medical circumstances or other unexpected factors.
Welcome to the 34th international chessopen Graz
Welcome to the Chess Open Graz!
The International Graz Open 2027 will take place at the beuatiful Hotel Novapark from 14th to 20th of February.
You are also invited to play at the blitztournament on 13th of February.
We’re really looking forward to welcome you in Graz at the Chess Open!
:: Registration via email at registration@chessgraz.com
:: Current registration status
:: Here you can download the tournament invitation
:: Here you can book a room in Hotel Novapark
SUBMISSION
GENERAL
Eligible to play:
A-tournament: ≥ 2050
surcharge: 2000 – 2049 FIDE Elo (FIDE Rating): + 55 Euro
B-tournament: ≤ 2049 - 1750
surcharge: < 1750 FIDE Elo: + 30 Euro
C-tournament: < 1750
FIDE Elo or AUT Elo for Austrian players
Seniors: born ≤ 1977
Weekend: free for all players
Regulations:
Fide-regulations, computer pairing (Swiss manager)
National rating (B, C, S and W tournament)
International rating (A, B, S, C und W tournament)
Mode:
9, 7 or 5 rounds Swiss-System
Time control:
90 minutes plus 15 minutes from the 40th move for the entire game with a time bonus of 30 seconds per move from the 1st move.
Default time:
15 min
Venue:
NOVAPARK Flugzeughotel Graz
Fischeraustrasse 22
8051 Graz
Tournament fee
Prizes
Total prize fund: € 12,500
Each player receives only 1 prize. Prizes will not be shared.
Special prices
*Seniors year of birth 1962 and older
**youth year of birth 2009 and younger
RULES
Fair play/anti-cheating:
Prohibition of electronic devices in the playing area. In case of doubt, the player authorizes the arbiter team to check his belongings. Random checks will be carried out.
Players undertake to visit the playing halls wearing appropriate clothing and to behave in a correct and sporting manner. Players may not leave the playing area without the permission of a arbiter while their games are in progress.
HALF POINT bye:
Possibility of a half point bye from rounds 1-3 for non-participation. A bye in the 1st round must be requested by February 14, 11 a.m. via email to registration@chessgraz.com and is only valid after written confirmation. Bye requests from players who have not paid the tournament registration fee will not be considered. The bye for a game in round 2 or 3 can be requested at the arbiter's table before the end of the previous round. A bye can only be claimed once during the tournament. Only for A, B and C Tournament.
Decisions:
The chief arbiter is responsible for all matters relating to the Laws of the Game. Decisions of the head referee during the tournament are final. There will be no appeals committee.
Data Processing:
By registering for the tournament, participants agree to the creation of audio and video material as well as photos and their use for dissemination purposes.
We reserve the right to make changes due to the corona situation or other influences.
01 /
A, B, C-tournament: 9 rounds,
Seniors: 7 rounds,
Weekend: 5 rounds Swiss-System
02 /
Start ranking list A, B, C, S
and W-tournament: FIDE-Rating
03 /
A-tournament: FIDE-Rating, B, C, S and W-tournament: international and national Elo rating
04 /
A, B, C, S und W-tournament: Time control 90 min / 40 moves + 15 min / end + 30 sec increment per move starting from move 1
05 /
Draw offers are not
allowed till move 30.
06 /
Mobile phones or other technical
devices are not allowed in the tournament hall. However, they may be switched off
and stored at the designated areas
within the playing hall at the owner’s
own risk.
07 /
Default time
is set to 15 min
RATING
A / Direct Encounter
B / Variable Buchholz -1 (BH cut -1)
C / Buchholz (BH)
D / Sonneborn Berger (SB)
SCHEDULE
Sun, 14 Feb 2027
12 pm to 3 pm /
registration
3:30 pm /
opening ceremony and pairing
4 pm /
All groups start
A/B/C-group
1st round / Sun, 14 Feb 2027 / 4 pm
2nd round / Mon, 15 Feb 2027 / 9:30 am
3rd round / Mon, 15 Feb 2027 / 4 pm
4th round / Tue, 16 Feb 2027 / 4 pm
5th round / Wed, 17 Feb 2027 / 9:30 am
6th round / Wed, 17 Feb 2027 / 4 pm
7th round / Thu, 18 Feb 2027 / 4 pm
8th round / Fri, 19 Feb 2027 / 4 pm
9th round / Sat, 20 Feb 2027 / 9:30 am
Seniors
1st round / Sun, 14 Feb 2027 / 4 pm
2nd round / Mon, 15 Feb 2027 / 4 pm
3rd round / Tue, 16 Feb 2027 / 4 pm
4th round / Wed, 17 Feb 2027 / 4 pm
5th round / Thu, 18 Feb 2027 / 4 pm
6th round / Fri, 19 Feb 2027 / 4 pm
7th round / Sat, 20 Feb 2027 / 9:30 am
Weekend
1st round / Sun, 14 Feb 2027 / 4 pm
2nd round / Mon, 15 Feb 2027 / 9:30 am
3rd round / Mon, 15 Feb 2027 / 4 pm
4th round / Tue, 16 Feb 2027 / 9:30 am
5th round / Tue, 16 Feb 2027 / 4 pm
Sat, 20 Feb 2027
Approx. 3:30 pm /
Award ceremony
SOCIAL PROGRAM
Saturday, 13th of February 2027/
Blitz tournament
Get started for the tournament and blitz at the best location.
Here you click for the invitation
Thursday, 18th of Feb 2027/
guided city tour
Visit the city center
Thursday, 18th of Feb 2027 /
Player´s Night
after the tournament round with free beer in the "Brot und Spiele" bar.
Further invitations are being planned!
REGISTRATION
Send an Email to:
registration@chessgraz.com
For organizational reasons, registration is only possible until monday, February 8th; registrations at the start of the tournament will no longer be possible!
We keep the right to refuse the participation of individual players.
Entry fee transfer:
Until 8th of Feb 2027
Account:
Steiermärkische Sparkasse
CHESS OPEN GRAZ
IBAN: AT83 2081 5000 2364 5690
BIC: STSPAT2GXXX
Personal Registration possible:
(plus 15 Euro)
Payment after the 8th of feb:
Plus 15 Euro
Participation A-tournament from 2000 to 2049: Plus 55 Euro
Participation B-tournament under 1750 Elo: Plus 30 Euro
Prize fund:
12.500 Euro
Prizes will not be split, and only one
prize may be claimed. Winners must be present at the awards ceremony. Prices are guaranteed from 150 participants.
participants have to register personally in playing hall: 14.2.2027 from 12 pm – 3 pm! Otherwise they will not be paired!
VERY IMPORTANT!
HOTELPARTNER OF THE INTERNATIONAL CHESSOPEN 2027
:: Here you can book your room: www.novapark.at/chessopen
Various room categories are available. Bookings include a breakfast buffet and dinner buffet!
Economy:
Single room including breakfast and dinner buffet: € 109,50 / night
Double room including breakfast and evening buffet: € 169,- / night
We are pleased to introduce you to our hotel, which has grown from a bed-and-breakfast hotel to the NOVAPARK Airplane Hotel with an impressive 14,000 m² of guest space. Immerse yourself in the world of the NOVAPARK Airplane Hotel and experience aviation technology up close.
Our guests can expect not only spacious and comfortable rooms, but also a variety of amenities and facilities that guarantee an unforgettable stay. From restaurants and bars to modern event spaces and a wellness center, we offer everything you need for a perfect stay.
Whether you're traveling for business or pleasure, the NOVAPARK Airplane Hotel welcomes you and invites you to become part of a unique experience. Discover the fascination of flying in an ambiance that combines luxury, comfort, and adventure.
Around 350 parking spaces, including three electric charging stations (charges apply) directly at the hotel, make your journey a pleasant one.
The hotel is located in the countryside yet directly in the state capital of Graz, making it easy to reach by public transport.
Book your stay at the NOVAPARK Airplane Hotel today and let us pamper you with our hospitality and service. We look forward to welcoming you to Graz soon!
Your team from the NOVAPARK Airplane Hotel
SPONSORS
CONTACT
Steir. Schachverband
Karmeliterplatz 2/1, 8010 Graz
tournament director
Andrea Schmidbauer
+43 699 1111 999 1
office@chessgraz.com
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