Pardubice - the city that enchants everyone!

Discover the charm of the historic center with its magnificent castle, famous Green Gate, and picturesque alleys. Don't forget to try the traditional Pardubice gingerbread and soak up the atmosphere of this unique city!

The World's biggest chess and games festival

Experience the atmosphere of the largest chess festival, where professional players and amateurs meet. At IDEON, you'll find exciting chess tournaments as well as other board and strategy games for everyone!

Surprising victory of Finěk in the main tournament!

Czech Open 2024 brought an unexpected victory when 14-year-old international master Václav Finěk shocked everyone and won the main tournament.

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Social Event Invitation

Join us for a social evening on Friday, July 18th, at Tennis Port Pardubice (near the student dormitories). Stop by to enjoy draft beer, grilled...

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We start tomorrow!

Tomorrow, one of the world’s largest festivals of chess and games, Czech Open kicks off. For nearly three weeks, the IDEON centre in Pardubice will...

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It's time to apply!

The registration deadline without an extra fee for the late enrolment has been prolonged by 10 July 2025.