En Passant Puzzles
50+ free en passant puzzles in the library
Tactics using the en passant capture - taking a pawn that just advanced two squares as if it had moved only one.
Every puzzle below comes from a real game where this exact idea decided the outcome. Solve them right here in your browser — hints and full solutions included, no account needed.
Why it works
En passant opens lines and removes shields at the exact moment the opponent thought a pawn push was safe.
What to look for
Whenever an enemy pawn jumps two squares past yours, check the capture - it may open a file or diagonal at just the right moment.
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Real positions from the library, filtered to this theme. Pick a difficulty and find the best move.
En Passant puzzles: frequently asked questions
What are En Passant puzzles?
Tactics using the en passant capture - taking a pawn that just advanced two squares as if it had moved only one. Every puzzle on this page is a position from a real game where exactly this idea decides the outcome.
Why does this pattern work?
En passant opens lines and removes shields at the exact moment the opponent thought a pawn push was safe.
What should I look for in En Passant puzzles?
Whenever an enemy pawn jumps two squares past yours, check the capture - it may open a file or diagonal at just the right moment.
Are these En Passant puzzles free?
Yes — the trainer on this page pulls from 50+ en passant positions in the Blunders library and is free to use in your browser, no account or download required. A free account adds progress tracking and puzzles built from your own games.
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