The chess event in the Greater Region
Box office: Registration also on site until 08:50 a.m., cash payment only
Strictly
limited to
150
participating
persons
May 3, 2025
Nikolaus-Jung Stadthalle Lebach
Rapid chess cup with great prizes
Learn and play with Grandmaster Niclas Huschenbeth
Simultaneous chess: 30 players against GM Huschenbeth
Niclas Huschenbeth
About the event
Date
Saturday, May 3, 2025
Location
Nikolaus-Jung Stadthalle Lebach: Pfarrgasse 10, 66822 Lebach
On May 3, 2025, an extraordinary chess event will take place in the Nikolaus-Jung Stadthalle Lebach – with the renowned chess grandmaster Niclas Huschenbeth. He is not only a grandmaster, but also a successful YouTuber, author and operator of a large online chess school.
Rapid Chess Cup
A tournament with 7 rounds of 10 minutes each, with great prizes such as the ChessUp 2 or a Chessence course to be won.
– Entry fee adults: 15 euros
– Entry fee up to 18 years: 10 euros
Q&A and impulses
Grandmaster Niclas Huschenbeth gives insights into the world of top chess and answers questions from the audience.
Simultaneous chess
Grandmaster Niclas Huschenbeth
plays against 30 opponents at the same time. A unique highlight for every chess lover.
– Entry fee: 35 Euro
The program
08:30 a.m.
Admission
12:30 p.m.
Lunch break
(with catering)
3:00 p.m.
Q&A and impulses
09:00 a.m.
Rapid Chess Cup
2:00 p.m.
Award ceremony
4:30 p.m.
Simultaneous chess
08:30 a.m.
Admission
09:00 a.m.
Rapid Chess Cup
12:30 p.m.
Lunch break
(with catering)
2:00 pm
Award ceremony
3:00 p.m.
Q&A and impulses
4:30 p.m.
Simultaneous chess
The location
Nikolaus-Jung Stadthalle Lebach
In the heart of the SaarLorLux region
Barrier-free access available
Central event location in the heart of the Saarland
Niclas Huschenbeth
Grandmaster and chess ambassador
Niclas Huschenbeth is one of Germany’s best-known chess players and has held the title of Grand Master since 2012. He became Hamburg’s youngest international champion at the age of just 14 and impressively demonstrated his exceptional talent by winning the German Championship in 2010.
In addition to his successes at the board, Niclas is a dedicated chess teacher and content creator. With his online chess school Chessence he offers players of all levels a modern and practical platform to improve their game. Complemented by his successful YouTube channel and his teaching courses, Niclas inspires chess fans worldwide with his ability to convey complex strategies in an understandable way.
With his expertise and passion for the royal game, Niclas Huschenbeth will make the event a special experience for all participants!
Our sponsors
The winnings
ChessUp 2
Experience chess on a new level with the intelligent chess board ChessUp 2! Perfect for training and fun, this innovative board supports you with every move.
Chessence subscription
Immerse yourself in the world of Niclas Huschenbeth’s online chess school! With the Chessence subscription you get access to all courses for 3 months to significantly improve your game.
Official chess set
Immerse yourself in the world of the hit series!
This high-quality chess set, inspired by The Queen’s Gambit, is an absolute highlight for every fan and collector.
"The great school of chess"
The book is a comprehensive guide for chess players of all levels, offering strategies and tips to improve your game.
Ideal for beginners and advanced users!
McDonald's vouchers
Enjoy your favorite dishes with McDonald’s vouchers – the perfect prize for a well-deserved, tasty break after the chess tournament!
Special prize from the Minister
A special honor for outstanding achievements: The Minister’s Special Prize gives special recognition to this tournament.
Let us surprise you!
Chessbase 18 megapackage
The ultimate chess tool for analysis and training! ChessBase 18 helps you to improve your games and gain deeper insights into the game.
Fritz 19
Train with the latest version of the popular chess program Fritz 19 and take your game to the next level – you could be one of three lucky winners!
Chessbase Shop vouchers
Get one of three vouchers worth 25 €, 50 € or 100 € and discover high-quality chess software, books and training material in the ChessBase Shop!
ChessBase Magazine
Every simultaneous player receives a current issue with analysis, game commentary and training tips from top grandmasters!
Books and Magazines
Get various books and magazines that will update your chess knowledge!
Trattoria da Bruno vouchers
Win one of 5 vouchers from Trattoria da Bruno in Lebach worth 1 x €50 and 4 x €25!
“When you see a good move, look for a better one”
Emanuel Lasker
Register now for the chess event in the Greater Region and experience exciting games in which players of all levels compete against each other – with great prizes and unforgettable moments!
Registration
Rapid Chess Cup
A tournament with 7 rounds of 10 minutes each, with great prizes such as the ChessUp 2 or a Chessence course to be won.
Entry fee adults: 15 Euro, Entry fee up to 18 years: 10 Euro
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Simultaneous chess
Grandmaster Niclas Huschenbeth plays against 30 opponents at the same time. A unique highlight for every chess lover.
Entry fee: 35 Euro
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Patron of the event
Reinhold Jost
Saarland Minister of the Interior, Building and Sport
About the organizer
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Every day, our 20-strong crew develops branding concepts that are not only convincing today, but will still be relevant tomorrow.
Runa and Marco Schröder, who are both active on the board of the Saarland Chess Youth and the Saarland Chess Association and have deep insights into the world of chess as licensed referees, have a special connection and love of chess.
This commitment shapes our understanding of strategy, precision and foresight – values that are crucial not only in chess, but also in digital branding.
