Winterthur SG

Winterthur SG is a distinguished chess club located in Winterthur, Switzerland, with a rich history dating back to its founding on September 29, 1846. The club, which merged with the “Arbeiterschachklub Winterthur” in 2015, is the sole chess club in the city. It meets at the Kulturzentrum Alte Kaserne, Technikumstrasse 8, 8400 Winterthur. The club is renowned for its comprehensive program of competitions and training opportunities, emphasizing youth development. It is affiliated with the Swiss Chess Federation and upholds Olympic values. Regular activities include Youth Club Night on Tuesdays at 6:00 PM and Adult Club Night at 7:30 PM. The club actively participates in various championships, including the Swiss Team Championship and the European Club Cup. Recent achievements include Winterthur 1’s Vice-Champion status in the Swiss Group Championship in March 2026 and Daniel Almeida’s title as Club Champion for 2025/26.