Schach covers chess news, tournament reports, problems and historical material, with current and archived issues.

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About Schach

Schach is a German-language chess publication covering national and international chess news, tournament reports (including world championships, candidate tournaments, the chess olympiad, and German Bundesliga), problem chess, historical content, and interviews with top chess figures. It includes regular columns such as instructional content from Grandmaster Michael Prusikin, problem studies from Franz Pachl, and a monthly questionnaire with prominent chess personalities. The magazine is available in print and digital formats, with digital access via Forward Chess for smartphone, tablet, and PC as of April 2026. It offers standalone digital subscriptions and combined print plus digital options, and maintains an online archive of past issues dating back to 2007.

Key features

  • Covers national and international chess tournament news and reports
  • Includes problem chess, historical content, and grandmaster interviews
  • Features regular instructional and problem chess columns
  • Maintains an online archive of past issues from 2007
  • Available in print and digital (Forward Chess) formats
  • Offers print, digital, and combined print-digital subscriptions
Best for: Chess players, fans, and enthusiasts seeking German-language coverage of chess news, tournaments, and instructional content.
Good for
  • Covers both elite international chess and domestic German events including the Bundesliga
  • Includes established regular columns from grandmasters and problem chess experts
  • Provides access to an archive of past issues spanning 2007 to present
Watch out for
  • All content is published exclusively in German, with no non-German language options mentioned
  • Digital access via Forward Chess requires a paid subscription, with no free digital content indicated

Schach at a glance

Type
Publication
Platforms
Web
Language
German
Country
DE
Last checked
Oct 6, 2026 · Online when checked
Listed
Oct 5, 2026

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Schach FAQ

What types of content does Schach publish?
National and international chess news, tournament reports, problem chess, historical material, and interviews with top chess figures.
In what formats is Schach available?
Print and digital, with digital access via Forward Chess for smartphone, tablet, and PC as of April 2026.
What subscription options does Schach offer?
Print annual subscription, standalone digital subscription, combined print and digital+ subscription, and trial subscription.
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