chessChess in Bergamo
Bergamo has 3 chess clubs, including A.s.d. Circolo Scacchistico Excelsior, Asd Polisportiva dei Colli, Societa' Scacchistica Bergamo A.s.d.. This page collects everything about chess in Bergamo and nearby: the clubs with their venues, upcoming tournaments in the area from the national calendar, and the Chessmates app to find an opponent close to you. You don't need to speak Italian to join; chess needs no translation.
Chess clubs in Bergamo
The local club is the best way in: a weekly club night, training and team competitions. The clubs in Bergamo from the FSI register:
Do you run one of these clubs? Claim your entry for free; your club page on Chessmates takes a few minutes to set up.
Chess tournaments in the area
No tournament is announced nearby right now. All dates are in the tournament calendar for Italy.
Where can I play chess in Bergamo?
Bergamo has 3 chess clubs, including A.s.d. Circolo Scacchistico Excelsior, Asd Polisportiva dei Colli, Societa' Scacchistica Bergamo A.s.d.. Most clubs run a weekly club night where guests are welcome for a first game; venue and website are listed above.
Do I need to speak Italian?
No. Club nights in Bergamo run in Italian, but every club welcomes English speakers and chess needs no shared language. The board does most of the talking.
Can I play without joining a club?
Yes. Club nights are open to visitors, and the Chessmates app finds players near Bergamo for a casual game. Membership becomes worthwhile later, for rated play and the team competitions.
Where do I find chess tournaments near Bergamo?
All tournaments in Italy are listed at chessmates.live/en/chess-tournaments-italy, month by month, each linking to its official announcement.
Chess in the wider area
Spirano · Basiano · Vimercate · Lecco · Carugate · Brugherio · All chess clubs in Italy · Chess tournaments in Italy
About Chessmates
Chessmates is the app for over-the-board chess: find an opponent nearby, discover clubs, play tournaments. Free for players and clubs.