Biel International Chess Festival

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Biel International Chess Festival

57th Biel International Chess Festival:
July 13 – July 26, 2024

09/06/2026

Why do hundreds of players return to Biel every summer? ♟️☀️

Beautiful surroundings, a unique festival atmosphere, tournaments for every level, and the opportunity to play alongside top grandmasters.

Experience one of the world’s most historic chess festivals this July in Switzerland.

🌐 Register now: bielchessfestival.ch

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06/06/2026

Which tournament is right for you at the Biel Chess Festival 2026? ♟️

Whether you’re an ambitious amateur, a titled player, looking for a one-week chess experience, or simply want to enjoy Rapid, Blitz or Chess960, there’s a tournament for everyone in Biel!

Which one will you choose?

👉 Register now at www.bielchessfestival.ch

17/04/2026

🇹🇷 History made!

♟️ GM Yağız Kaan Erdoğmuş becomes the youngest player ever to surpass 2700 Elo 🔥

At just 14 years old, he breaks the previous record held by Wei Yi — a truly incredible milestone.

We are excited to see him in action at the Biel Chess Festival 💥

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17/04/2026

🇮🇳 Congratulations to GM Vaishali Rameshbabu on winning the FIDE Women’s Candidates Tournament! 🏆🔥

With this victory, she earns the right to challenge the reigning Women’s World Champion Ju Wenjun for the title 👑

A landmark achievement in her career — and a moment that places her among the very best in the world.

We are excited to welcome her to the Biel Chess Festival, where she will compete in the Generations Challenge section 💥

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03/04/2026

The lineup of GMT Masters & Generations Challenge is complete♟️🔥

From world-class legends to rising stars — the Biel Chess Festival brings together an incredible mix of talent from around the globe 🌍

📝 Registration is now OPEN!

No matter your rating or ambition — there’s a tournament waiting for you in Biel.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of one of the most iconic chess festivals in the world.

See you in Biel! 🇨🇭

02/04/2026

♟️ GM Levon Aronian enters the GMT Masters in Biel 🔥

🏆 2× FIDE World Cup Winner
🥇 2x Tata Steel Masters Champion
♟️ 2x Fischer Random World Champion
📈 Former World No. 2 (2830 peak rating)

One of the most creative and respected players of his generation — combining brilliance, imagination, and elite results for nearly two decades.

Will he add Biel to his legendary career? 😎

02/04/2026

The former Women’s World Champion GM Alexandra Kosteniuk joins the Challengers in Biel 🇨🇭

🥇 Women’s World Cup Winner 2021
♟️ 2× Fischer Random Women’s World Champion
🥇 3× Olympiad gold medalist
🇨🇭 First woman in history to become Swiss Champion 2013
🇨🇭 Fischer Random Swiss Champion 2022

One of the most accomplished and influential players in women’s chess history — combining elegance, strength, and fighting spirit.

Can she shine once again in Biel? 👀

01/04/2026

♟️ GM Nodirbek Yakubboev enters the GMT Masters in Biel 🔥

🏆 Qatar Masters Champion 2023
🔥 Semifinalist of the FIDE World Cup 2025
🥇 Olympiad gold medalist with Uzbekistan 2022

Part of Uzbekistan’s golden generation, he combines fighting spirit with elite-level consistency.

Can he make a deep run in Biel? 😎

01/04/2026

♟️ GM Xiao Tong joins the GMT Challengers in Biel 🇨🇳

🏆 Chinese Chess Champion 2025
🌏 Gold Medal at 2023 Youth Olympiad

Can he carry his winning form into Biel? 👀

31/03/2026

♟️ GM Yağız Kaan Erdoğmuş enters the GMT Masters in Biel 🔥

🏆 Grandmaster at just 12 years old
📈 One of the youngest rising players to cross 2600
⚡ Known for sharp calculation and fearless play

A true prodigy representing the new generation — ready to challenge the elite.

Can he make a statement in the Masters? 😎

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Adresse

Zentralstrasse 60
Biel/Bienne
2501

Telefon

+41796473732

Webseite

http://www.bielchessfestival.ch/

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