SEL-HÓTEL MÝVATN & MÝVATN ÖL OPEN 2026

November 19th, 2026 12 AM

From 19–22 November 2026, an exciting international chess tournament will take place at Skjólbrekka in Mývatnssveit!

The tournament is organised by the Goðinn Chess Club, with Sel-Hótel Mývatn and Mývatn Öl as its main sponsors.

The event follows the highly successful 20th anniversary tournament of Goðinn, held the previous year, and everything is set for another fantastic celebration of chess in Mývatnssveit.

More than 35 players have already registered, including Grandmaster Vignir Vatnar Stefánsson, one of Iceland’s leading chess players, a two-time Icelandic Champion and multiple Nordic Champion. Several other strong Icelandic and international players have also confirmed their participation, promising an exciting and highly competitive tournament.

Six rounds will be played over four days. The tournament is open to chess players of all ages and skill levels.

ISK 400,000 in total prize money

  • 1st place: ISK 150,000
  • 2nd place: ISK 100,000
  • 3rd place: ISK 50,000

Location: Skjólbrekka, Mývatnssveit
Dates: 19–22 November 2026
Entry fee: ISK 10,000 (ISK 7,000 for players aged 18 and under and unrated players)

Accommodation: Sel-Hótel Mývatn is already fully booked during the tournament dates, but fortunately there are many excellent accommodation options nearby for those travelling to Mývatn for the event.

We encourage all chess enthusiasts to register and join us for this exciting chess event in the beautiful surroundings of Mývatnssveit!

Registration and further information:
afmaelismot.godinn.is

For further information, please contact Hermann Aðalsteinsson, Chairman of the Goðinn Chess Club, by phone at +354 821 3187.

We look forward to welcoming you to Mývatnssveit!

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