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Last Update — 27th NOVEMBER 2025
StrangerChess at LUZII Café StrangerChess at LUZII Café
7pm Daily
meetup
  • 7pm till
    11pm
  • Rosa-Luxemburg
    Straße 13
  • Materials
    Provided

INDOOR — The cold days are upon us and playing outdoors is even for the hardened chess lover … a big ask. LUZII Café & Deli has become our cozy haven for the winter. Coffee, snacks, and chess in a relaxed atmosphere.

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StrangerChess at Späti StrangerChess at Späti
7pm Daily
meetup
  • 7pm till
    midnight
  • Schönhauser
    Allee 174
  • Materials
    Provided

OUTDOOR — Our Späti is our temple. Right on the sidewalk, an open and bustling location where pedestrians bump into us as spectators or even join in on the fun. All the drinks and snacks you can think of, rain protection, and yes — the restrooms are spotless.

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Schachkalender
2026 deutsch
  • Seiten
    192
  • Format
    A5
  • Preis
    14,–

NEU — Der feinste Begleiter durchs Jahr für alle bibliophilen Schachfreunde. Schwerpunkte: Schach im Film, Nazi-Deutschland und das Schach-Olympia 1936, die Bundesform und andere Figurendesigns der Diktatoren, sowie Igor Ivanovs tragische Geschichte.

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The best player is the one having the most fun!

Solve Puzzles
  • Learn
    & play
  • Get
    Hints
  • Keep
    Going

Takes, Takes, Takes — Engage in a thrilling challenge of wit and skill with our puzzles. No sign-ups necessary—just jump in and flex your mental muscles. Sharpen your mind, and conquer the puzzles!

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Special
GM Guests
  • Play our
    Guest GM
  • DATE
    TBA
  • After
    noon
  • Place
    INDOOR

MEET AND PLAY — Have you ever dreamt of going head-to-head with a grandmaster? Were you winning? Unlike our regular sidewalk events, our special events require registration. Immerse yourself with us in the strange world of chess and connect with our guest GM and other like-minded individuals.

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Grab our
Swag
  • Thick
    Posters
  • Heavy
    Shirts
  • Warm
    Hoodies

Art & Swag — Passionate about chess and design? Discover our exclusive collection where chess meets creativity. Explore unique shirts, stylish hoodies, and striking posters that celebrate your love for the game. Elevate your wardrobe and space with designs that merge elegance and strategy.

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📅 Daily

We fit in any schedule and tick all kinds of boxes. Ideal as a first date or to make new friends. We define Berlin's vibrant street chess culture. Brainiacs with street cred.

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⌂ Indoor

Our cozy indoor sessions at LUZII Café & Deli are perfect for chilly days. Join us from 7–11 PM, with materials provided and all levels welcome.

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👤 Pics

During the events, we love to take portraits of our charming attendees. You can check out all the genius players goofing, vibing, and playing in our hall of fame.

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💬 Chat

Keep in touch with our community and connect with other Strangers to riddle daily chess puzzles and coordinate attendance in our buzzing ~1500 chatroom.

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👕 Apparel

So you have a burning love for chess and design and are a bit of a typophile? Perfect, you might want to check out our merch collection in our webshops.

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♪ Tunes

Know any good tracks that we should be vibing to? Hop over to spotify and add to our collaborative playlist! What are your favourite tracks to play chess by?

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📰 Press

Making waves: Since the inception of StrangerChess in 2021 various Berlin based publications have written about our activities in print and web. Enjoy the read…

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Golden
Rules LEARN
  • Essential
    Principles
  • Boost
    Your Game

Getting Started — Are you excited to embark on your chess journey? Our Golden Rules present easy steps that will guide you through the opening phase with confidence. By following these essential principles, you'll lay a strong foundation for success and enjoy each game even more. Unleash your potential and make strategic moves that set you apart on the board!

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Discover iconic chess movies
chess movies
that inspire

From intense psychological battles to heartwarming stories, chess in film captures the spirit of the game and its profound impact on life. Dive into our selection of classic chess movies that will inspire and entertain you.

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work/life
3rd year

Do you think it's possible to balance a remote job with running a daily community meetup? I've found that the café offers a great space for both, allowing me to work while staying connected with others—a balance I didn't know was possible.

BALANCE

Playful chess at
the first sight

Chess can be an ideal date activity, combining friendly competition, engaging conversation, and a unique shared experience. Not only is it a fun and interactive game, but chess also brings numerous positive qualities to any date.

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