Echirolles-Alekhine

Echirolles-Alekhine is a prominent chess club located in Échirolles, France, within the Grenoble agglomeration. Established in 1999, the club is named after the legendary chess player Alexander Alekhine. It offers a welcoming atmosphere for chess enthusiasts of all levels, providing initiation, leisure play, structured courses, and competitive chess. The club is affiliated with the Fédération Française des Échecs and is a member of Objectif Sport Échirolles. Courses are available for beginners to advanced players, taught by experienced instructors. The club hosts various competitions, including an annual internal tournament, the “Tournoi des Écureuils,” and several rapid chess tournaments. Notable trophies awarded include the Serge Prodhon Trophy, Georges Mousselin Trophy, and Vladimir Nikolski Trophy. The club also features a well-stocked library of chess books and magazines for members. Regular club hours are Wednesdays from 5:00 PM to 9:30 PM and Fridays from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM.