11/08/2026
🇧🇦♟️ A brand-new chess destination is waiting! The 1st Međugorje Open is coming this September, bringing players from across the world to the Balkans.
📅 September 13–19, 2026
💰 €8,000 Prize Fund
🏆 FIDE-rated | Title norms possible
The 1st Međugorje Open welcomes players of all levels from around the world. Enjoy seven days of competitive chess in modern playing conditions, and the opportunity to improve your FIDE rating or achieve title norms.
Tournament Highlights:
♟️ International FIDE-rated Swiss tournament
💶 €8,000 total prize fund (non-cumulative prizes)
👥 Open to all registered players with a valid FIDE ID
🎓 FIDE Arbiters Seminar held during the event
But this tournament is about more than chess.
✨ Međugorje is one of Europe’s best-known pilgrimage destinations, visited by millions every year after reported Marian apparitions beginning in 1981. Whether you come for faith, history, or curiosity, it’s a truly unique place to experience.
And when you’re away from the board, you’re surrounded by incredible places to explore:
🌉 Wander through the iconic streets of Mostar and its famous Old Bridge (just a short drive away).
💦 Cool off at the breathtaking **Kravica Waterfalls**, one of the natural gems of Bosnia and Herzegovina.
🍷 Discover local Herzegovinian cuisine, wineries, and warm hospitality.
Play great chess. Explore an unforgettable region. Create memories beyond the tournament.
♟️ Registration is now open!
More info: https://app.outpostchess.com/tournament-inner/c176d9de-792a-11f1-9619-8a7abb73680b
Chess results: https://s3.chess-results.com/tnr1427009.aspx?lan=1&SNode=S0
♟️ Until then, play online chess at Outpost and sharpen your games and analyze them with our AI Game Review.
