Schachverein Horrem 1948

Schachverein Horrem 1948, located in Kerpen, Germany, is a distinguished chess club with over 75 years of tradition. Founded in 1948, the club boasts a vibrant community of 40 members and is known for its welcoming motto, “Nette Leute spielen Schach” (Nice people play chess). The club offers a variety of activities, including chess training, game analysis, competitive team play, and fun chess variants like Hand & Brain and Atomic. Meetings are held every Friday at the Martin-Luther Haus, Evangelische Kirche in Kerpen-Horrem, with sessions for advanced players, youth, and beginners starting at 18:00. The club’s teams compete in various leagues, with the 1st Team in the Regionalliga Mittelrhein. Schachverein Horrem 1948 also hosts an annual Rapid Chess Tournament, with the 33rd edition scheduled for October 3, 2025.