C.E.M.C. Monaco

C.E.M.C. Monaco, officially known as Cercle d’Echecs de Monte Carlo, is a prominent chess club located in Monaco, affiliated with the Fédération Monégasque des Echecs. The club hosts regular meetings and activities, including sessions for beginners focusing on Russian and English openings. Notable members include Damir Levacic, the Monaco men’s champion, and Tatiana Dornbusch, the Monaco women’s champion. The club has a rich history of achievements, having won multiple European and French club championships. C.E.M.C. Monaco also publishes “L’Edito de Damir” and conducts monthly interviews with chess personalities. The club has been successful in recent competitions, with its teams performing well in various national and regional events. Additionally, Monaco hosted the European Women’s Rapid and Blitz Chess Championship in January 2026.