Valais

Valais is a prominent chess location in Martigny, Switzerland, overseen by the Union Valaisanne des Échecs (UVE). The UVE coordinates several Valaisan chess clubs and organizes key events such as the Championnats Valaisans par Équipe, the Valaisan Blitz Championships, and the Grand Prix Valaisan. Notable tournaments include the Open de Martigny and the Open de Monthey. Active chess events are held in various towns, including Sion, Bagnes, Bouveret, and Martigny.