Chess in Amsterdam

The Max Euwe Centrum and the giant outdoor board are on the same square, Max Euweplein.

Details last checked 3 October 2026. Opening hours and visitor policies change, so check the venue's own page before you go. For tournaments, see our Amsterdam guide.

Museum

Max Euwe Centrum

A chess museum and library with a permanent exhibition on Max Euwe, run by volunteers.

Address:: Max Euweplein 26, 1017 MB Amsterdam
Visitors:: Walk-in visitors are welcome and admission is free, except on public holidays.
Hours:: Tuesday to Saturday, 12:00–16:00.
Cost:: Free

Official pageChecked 3 October 2026

Public chess tables

Giant outdoor chess board, Max Euweplein

A large open-air board, installed in 1996, where regulars and passing visitors play every day.

Address:: Max Euweplein, 1017 Amsterdam (square beside the Max Euwe Centrum)
Visitors:: A public outdoor board. City wardens open the piece chests each morning and close them in the evening.
Hours:: No fixed hours. Pieces are available from when the chests are opened in the morning until they are closed in the evening.

Official pageChecked 3 October 2026

Chess cafe

Café De Laurierboom

Known as a chess cafe since about 2006, with regular tournaments. It has no official website, so check locally before you go.

Address:: Laurierstraat 76, 1016 PN Amsterdam (Jordaan)
Visitors:: An ordinary pub with no membership or booking mentioned. Beginners and experienced players are welcome at its regular chess tournaments.