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Janus Open II

Chess club Rókur is pleased to announce that Janus Open will be held again on 9 – 11 January 2026 in Kolshøll, Eiði. After a successful first edition, we look forward to welcoming players from the Faroe Islands and abroad back for an exciting tournament.

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A heartfelt thank you!

We would like to extend a big and heartfelt thank you to all our volunteers and sponsors who made this event possible. Our volu...

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Icelanders on Top

Icelandic players performed best in the large Janus Open chess tournament over the weekend. Both the winner and the runner-up w...

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Faroese Player and Two Icelanders Lead the Field

It is extremely tight at the top of the standings in the well-attended Janus Open chess tournament in Eiði, now that six round...

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Chess Tournament in Eiði Sets a New Record

The winter chess tournament Janus Open in Eiði appears to have an unusually strong appeal. Last year, when the tournament was...

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