Tarrasch Defense (D32–D34)

ECO D32. A chess opening with 26 known variations.

The variations below diverge from the first move, so each has its own page with the full move order, the position it reaches, and a Stockfish evaluation.

All 25 lines can be practised free in the browser: pick a variation, walk it move by move in Learn mode, then drill it from memory until you can play it without prompting.

All 25 variations of the Tarrasch Defense

• Grünfeld Gambit D321. d4 d5 2. c4 e6 3. Nc3 c5 4. cxd5 exd5
• Marshall Gambit D321. d4 d5 2. c4 e6 3. Nc3 c5 4. cxd5 exd5
• Symmetrical Variation D321. d4 d5 2. c4 e6 3. Nc3 c5 4. e3 Nf6
• Symmetrical Variation D321. c4 c5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. Nc3 Nf6 4. e3 e6
• Tarrasch Gambit D321. d4 d5 2. c4 e6 3. Nc3 c5 4. cxd5 exd5
• Two Knights Variation D321. d4 d5 2. c4 e6 3. Nc3 c5 4. cxd5 exd5
• von Hennig Gambit D321. d4 d5 2. c4 e6 3. Nc3 c5 4. cxd5 cxd4
• Dubov Tarrasch D331. d4 d5 2. c4 e6 3. Nc3 c5 4. cxd5 exd5
• Prague Variation D331. d4 d5 2. c4 e6 3. Nc3 c5 4. cxd5 exd5
• Rubinstein System D331. d4 d5 2. c4 e6 3. Nc3 c5 4. cxd5 exd5
• Swedish Variation D331. d4 d5 2. c4 e6 3. Nc3 c5 4. cxd5 exd5
• Swedish Variation, Central Break D331. d4 d5 2. c4 e6 3. Nc3 c5 4. cxd5 exd5
• Wagner Variation D331. d4 d5 2. c4 e6 3. Nc3 c5 4. cxd5 exd5
• Classical Variation D341. d4 d5 2. c4 e6 3. Nc3 c5 4. cxd5 exd5
• Classical Variation, Advance Variation D341. d4 d5 2. c4 e6 3. Nc3 c5 4. cxd5 exd5
• Classical Variation, Bogoljubow Variation D341. d4 Nf6 2. c4 e6 3. Nc3 c5 4. Nf3 d5
• Classical Variation, Carlsbad Variation D341. d4 d5 2. c4 e6 3. Nc3 c5 4. cxd5 exd5
• Classical Variation, Chandler Variation D341. d4 d5 2. c4 e6 3. Nc3 c5 4. cxd5 exd5
• Classical Variation, Classical Tarrasch Gambit D341. d4 d5 2. c4 e6 3. Nc3 c5 4. cxd5 exd5
• Classical Variation, Endgame Variation D341. d4 d5 2. c4 e6 3. Nc3 c5 4. cxd5 exd5
• Classical Variation, Main Line D341. d4 d5 2. c4 e6 3. Nc3 c5 4. cxd5 exd5
• Classical Variation, Petursson Variation D341. d4 d5 2. c4 e6 3. Nc3 c5 4. cxd5 exd5
• Classical Variation, Réti Variation D341. d4 d5 2. c4 e6 3. Nc3 c5 4. cxd5 exd5
• Classical Variation, Spassky Variation D341. d4 d5 2. c4 e6 3. Nc3 c5 4. cxd5 exd5
• Prague Variation, Main Line D341. d4 d5 2. c4 e6 3. Nc3 c5 4. cxd5 exd5

Frequently asked questions

What is the ECO code for the Tarrasch Defense?

The Tarrasch Defense is catalogued under ECO codes D32–D34. Individual variations list their own specific code on their page.

How can I practise the Tarrasch Defense for free?

Open any variation on Chess Ramp and use Learn mode to walk the line one move at a time, then Drill mode to replay it from memory. Practice runs in your browser with no account required.