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Chess in St. Gallen

Find the best chess venues in St. Gallen, Switzerland. Browse 3 chess clubs, cafés, and parks where you can play over-the-board chess.

All 3 chess venues in St. Gallen, Switzerland

List last updated: 2026-03-04

• Drei Weieren — park venue, Bitzistrasse 65, 9011 St. Gallen, Switzerland
• Schachklub St. Gallen — club, Tschudistrasse 21, 9000 St. Gallen, Switzerland · chess boards available, hosts tournaments
• Toki Spielcafé & Brettspielladen — café, Hauptstrasse 15, 9030 Abtwil, Switzerland · chess boards available, drinks

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Questions about chess in St. Gallen

Where can I play chess in St. Gallen?

Checkmate IRL maps 3 places to play chess in St. Gallen: 1 chess club, 1 café and 1 outdoor spot. They include Schachklub St. Gallen, Toki Spielcafé & Brettspielladen and Drei Weieren.

Is there a chess club in St. Gallen?

Yes: Schachklub St. Gallen.

Is there a chess café or chess bar in St. Gallen?

Yes: Toki Spielcafé & Brettspielladen.

Where can I play chess outdoors in St. Gallen?

Drei Weieren is the outdoor spot on the map.

Are there chess tournaments or events in St. Gallen?

Schachklub St. Gallen hosts tournaments.

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