First Official Schnapsen Duel to Take Place in June in Vienna

Six of the best players from both countries will duel in 36 individual matches – the first nation to achieve 19 victories wins the Nations Cup trophy. The selection of the national teams was made by tournament organizers and associations.

Austria and Hungary Duel in Schnapsen

The Austrian representatives at the Schnapsen international match come from the active tournament and online scene, while the Hungarian team was nominated by the "Magyar Snapszer Szövetség." The players – ranging from their late 20s to over 70 years old – bring not only strategic skills but also diverse biographies: a math teacher, a carpenter, a landlord, a retired postal worker – Schnapsen unites them all.

The game will be played in three stages: Friday afternoon, Saturday morning, and afternoon. The international match will be broadcast live on schnopsn.com as well as on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. The goal is to bring the classic tavern game into the digital age – and thus make it accessible to a younger audience.

Schnapsen a Card Game Classic in Both Countries

Schnapsen – known as Snapszer in Hungary – is deeply rooted in both countries. It stands for sociability, tactics, and intergenerational exchange. An accompanying film crew will document the event – from emotional highlights to personal portraits. A planned documentary aims to capture the premiere for posterity.

An international follow-up project is already being considered: A multi-nation tournament with participation from Slovenia, Croatia, Romania, Bavaria, and southern Slovakia – regions where Schnapsen, as a cultural heritage of the Habsburg Empire, remains vibrant to this day.

(Red)

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