Queen's Gambit Declined: Vienna Variation
ECO D30 · Queen's Gambit Declined · solid · intermediate
The Queen's Gambit Declined: Vienna Variation (D30) is a solid chess opening in the Queen's Gambit Declined family, played by White. It arises after the moves 1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 e6 3. Nf3 d5 4. Bg5 Bb4+. Early bishop development. Solid approach. Recommended for intermediate players.
Moves: 1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 e6 3. Nf3 d5 4. Bg5 Bb4+
About this opening
The Vienna Variation of the Queen's Gambit Declined (...dxc4 combined with ...Bb4) is one of its sharpest lines: Black gives up the center for a while to pin the c3 knight and create immediate tactical threats. The game opens quickly and demands precise knowledge of forcing moves. It is a combative choice for those who want to disrupt the usually measured character of the Queen's Gambit.