Privacy Policy

We are very pleased that you are interested in our company. Data protection is a top priority for the management of Staatsbad Bad Oeynhausen GmbH. In general, you can use the Staatsbad Bad Oeynhausen GmbH website without providing any personal data. However, if a data subject wishes to use specific services offered by our company via our website, the processing of personal data may be necessary. If the processing of personal data is necessary and there is no legal basis for such processing, we generally obtain the consent of the data subject.

The processing of personal data, such as a data subject’s name, address, email address, or telephone number, is always carried out in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation and in compliance with the state-specific data protection regulations applicable to Staatsbad Bad Oeynhausen GmbH. Through this Privacy Policy, our company aims to inform the public about the nature, scope, and purpose of the personal data we collect, use, and process. Furthermore, this Privacy Policy informs data subjects of their rights.

As the data controller, Staatsbad Bad Oeynhausen GmbH has implemented numerous technical and organizational measures to ensure the most comprehensive possible protection of the personal data processed via this website. Nevertheless, internet-based data transmissions may generally involve security vulnerabilities, meaning that absolute protection cannot be guaranteed. For this reason, any data subject is free to provide personal data to us via alternative means, such as by telephone.

1. Definitions

The privacy policy of Staatsbad Bad Oeynhausen GmbH is based on the terminology used by European legislators and regulators when enacting the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Our privacy policy is intended to be easy to read and understand for the general public as well as for our customers and business partners. To ensure this, we would like to explain the terms used in advance.

In this privacy policy, we use the following terms, among others:

a) Personal Data

Personal data refers to any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person (hereinafter “data subject”). A natural person is considered identifiable if they can be identified, directly or indirectly, in particular by reference to an identifier such as a name, an identification number, location data, an online identifier, or to one or more factors specific to the physical, physiological, genetic, mental, economic, cultural, or social identity of that natural person.

b) Data subject

A data subject is any identified or identifiable natural person whose personal data is processed by the controller.

c) Processing

Processing means any operation or set of operations performed on personal data, whether or not by automated means, such as collection, recording, organization, structuring, storage, adaptation or alteration, retrieval, consultation, use, disclosure by transmission, dissemination, or any other form of making available; alignment or combination; restriction; erasure; or destruction.

d) Restriction of processing

Restriction of processing means the marking of stored personal data with the aim of limiting their future processing.

e) Profiling

Profiling is any form of automated processing of personal data consisting of the use of such personal data to evaluate certain personal aspects relating to a natural person, in particular to analyze or predict aspects concerning that natural person’s work performance, economic situation, health, personal preferences, interests, reliability, behavior, location, or movements.

f) Pseudonymization

Pseudonymization is the processing of personal data in such a manner that the personal data can no longer be attributed to a specific data subject without the use of additional information, provided that such additional information is kept separately and is subject to technical and organizational measures that ensure the personal data is not attributed to an identified or identifiable natural person.

g) Controller

A controller is the natural or legal person, public authority, agency, or other body that, alone or jointly with others, determines the purposes and means of the processing of personal data. Where the purposes and means of such processing are determined by Union or Member State law, the controller or the specific criteria for its nomination may be provided for by Union or Member State law.

h) Processor

A processor is a natural or legal person, public authority, agency, or other body that processes personal data on behalf of the controller.

i) Recipient

A recipient is a natural or legal person, public authority, agency, or other body to whom personal data is disclosed, regardless of whether or not that entity is a third party. However, public authorities that may receive personal data in the course of a specific investigative mandate under Union law or the law of the Member States are not considered recipients.

j) Third Party

A third party is a natural or legal person, public authority, agency, or other body other than the data subject, the controller, the processor, and the persons who, under the direct authority of the controller or the processor, are authorized to process the personal data.

k) Consent

Consent means any freely given, specific, informed, and unambiguous indication of the data subject’s wishes by which he or she, by a statement or by a clear affirmative action, signifies agreement to the processing of personal data relating to him or her.

2. Name and address of the data controller

The data controller within the meaning of the General Data Protection Regulation, other data protection laws applicable in the Member States of the European Union, and other provisions relating to data protection is:

Staatsbad Bad Oeynhausen GmbH
Im Kurpark
32545 Bad Oeynhausen
Germany
Tel.: +49 5731 13-00
Email: tourist-information@badoeynhausen.de
Website: www.staatsbad-oeynhausen.de

3. Cookies

The websites of Staatsbad Bad Oeynhausen GmbH use cookies. Cookies are text files that are placed and stored on a computer system via a web browser.

Numerous websites and servers use cookies. Many cookies contain a so-called cookie ID. A cookie ID is a unique identifier for the cookie. It consists of a string of characters that allows websites and servers to associate the specific web browser in which the cookie was stored. This enables the visited websites and servers to distinguish the individual browser of the data subject from other web browsers that contain different cookies. A specific web browser can be recognized and identified via the unique cookie ID.

By using cookies, Staatsbad Bad Oeynhausen GmbH can provide users of this website with more user-friendly services that would not be possible without the use of cookies.

Cookies allow us to optimize the information and content on our website to better serve our users. As mentioned earlier, cookies enable us to recognize users of our website. The purpose of this recognition is to make it easier for users to navigate our website. For example, a user of a website that uses cookies does not have to re-enter their login credentials every time they visit the website, as this information is retrieved by the website and the cookie stored on the user’s computer system. Another example is the shopping cart cookie in an online store. The online store uses a cookie to remember the items a customer has placed in the virtual shopping cart.

The data subject can prevent the setting of cookies by our website at any time by adjusting the settings of the web browser being used, thereby permanently objecting to the setting of cookies. Furthermore, cookies that have already been set can be deleted at any time via a web browser or other software programs. This is possible in all common web browsers. If the data subject disables the setting of cookies in the web browser they are using, not all functions of our website may be fully usable under certain circumstances.

4. Collection of General Data and Information

The website of Staatsbad Bad Oeynhausen GmbH collects a range of general data and information each time a data subject or an automated system accesses the website. This general data and information is stored in the server’s log files. The following may be collected: (1) the browser types and versions used, (2) the operating system used by the accessing system, (3) the website from which an accessing system reaches our website (so-called referrer), (4) the subpages accessed via an accessing system on our website, (5) the date and time of access to the website, (6) an Internet Protocol address (IP address), (7) the Internet service provider of the accessing system, and (8) other similar data and information that serve to prevent threats in the event of attacks on our information technology systems.

Staatsbad Bad Oeynhausen GmbH does not use this general data and information to draw any conclusions about the data subject. Rather, this information is required to (1) correctly deliver the content of our website, (2) optimize the content of our website and the advertising on it, (3) ensure the ongoing functionality of our information technology systems and the technology of our website, and (4) provide law enforcement authorities with the information necessary for criminal prosecution in the event of a cyberattack. Staatsbad Bad Oeynhausen GmbH therefore evaluates this anonymously collected data and information both statistically and with the aim of enhancing data protection and data security within our company, ultimately to ensure an optimal level of protection for the personal data we process. The anonymous data from the server log files is stored separately from any personal data provided by a data subject.

5. Routine Deletion and Blocking of Personal Data

The data controller processes and stores the data subject’s personal data only for the period necessary to achieve the purpose of storage, or to the extent provided for by the European legislative and regulatory authorities or another competent authority in laws or regulations to which the data controller is subject.

If the purpose of storage no longer applies or if a retention period prescribed by the European legislator or another competent legislator expires, the personal data will be routinely blocked or deleted in accordance with legal requirements.

6. Rights of the Data Subject

a) Right to Confirmation

Every data subject has the right, granted by European legislation, to request confirmation from the controller as to whether personal data concerning them is being processed. If a data subject wishes to exercise this right to confirmation, they may contact a representative of the controller at any time.

b) Right to information

the purposes of the processing

the categories of personal data being processed

the recipients or categories of recipients to whom the personal data have been or will be disclosed, in particular recipients in third countries or international organizations

if possible, the planned duration for which the personal data will be stored, or, if this is not possible, the criteria for determining this duration

the existence of a right to rectification or erasure of the personal data concerning them, or to restriction of processing by the controller, or a right to object to such processing

the existence of a right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

if the personal data are not collected from the data subject: all available information regarding the origin of the data

the existence of automated decision-making, including profiling, pursuant to Article 22(1) and (4) of the GDPR and—at least in such cases—meaningful information regarding the logic involved, as well as the scope and intended consequences of such processing for the data subject

Every data subject affected by the processing of personal data has the right, granted by European legislation, to obtain from the controller, at any time and free of charge, information regarding the personal data stored about them and a copy of such information. Furthermore, European legislation grants the data subject the right to obtain the following information:

Furthermore, the data subject has the right to be informed whether personal data has been transferred to a third country or to an international organization. If this is the case, the data subject is also entitled to receive information regarding the appropriate safeguards in connection with the transfer.

If a data subject wishes to exercise this right of access, they may contact an employee of the data controller at any time.

c) Right to Rectification

Every data subject whose personal data is being processed has the right, granted by European legislation, to request the immediate rectification of inaccurate personal data concerning them. Furthermore, the data subject has the right to request the completion of incomplete personal data—including by means of a supplementary statement—taking into account the purposes of the processing.

If a data subject wishes to exercise this right to rectification, they may contact an employee of the controller at any time.

d) Right to erasure (right to be forgotten) The personal data was collected or otherwise processed for purposes for which it is no longer necessary.

The data subject withdraws their consent on which the processing was based pursuant to Article 6(1)(a) of the GDPR or Article 9(2)(a) of the GDPR, and there is no other legal basis for the processing.

The data subject objects to the processing pursuant to Article 21(1) of the GDPR, and there are no overriding legitimate grounds for the processing, or the data subject objects to the processing pursuant to Article 21(2) of the GDPR.

The personal data has been processed unlawfully.

The erasure of the personal data is necessary for compliance with a legal obligation under Union law or the law of the Member States to which the controller is subject.

The personal data was collected in relation to information society services offered pursuant to Article 8(1) of the GDPR.

Any data subject affected by the processing of personal data has the right, granted by the European legislator, to request from the controller that the personal data concerning them be erased without delay, provided that one of the following grounds applies and insofar as the processing is not necessary:

If any of the above-mentioned grounds apply and a data subject wishes to request the erasure of personal data stored by Staatsbad Bad Oeynhausen GmbH, they may contact a representative of the data controller at any time. The representative of Staatsbad Bad Oeynhausen GmbH will ensure that the request for erasure is complied with without delay.

If the personal data has been made public by Staatsbad Bad Oeynhausen GmbH and our company, as the controller pursuant to Art. 17(1) of the GDPR, is obligated to delete the personal data, Staatsbad Bad Oeynhausen GmbH shall take appropriate measures, taking into account available technology and implementation costs, including technical measures, to inform other data controllers processing the published personal data that the data subject has requested the deletion of all links to such personal data or of copies or replicas of such personal data from those other data controllers, provided that the processing is not necessary. The employee of Staatsbad Bad Oeynhausen GmbH will take the necessary steps on a case-by-case basis.

e) Right to restriction of processing: The data subject disputes the accuracy of the personal data, for a period enabling the controller to verify the accuracy of the personal data.

The processing is unlawful, the data subject objects to the erasure of the personal data, and instead requests the restriction of the use of the personal data.

The controller no longer needs the personal data for the purposes of processing, but the data subject needs it to assert, exercise, or defend legal claims.

The data subject has objected to the processing pursuant to Art. 21(1) of the GDPR, and it has not yet been determined whether the legitimate grounds of the controller override those of the data subject.

Any data subject affected by the processing of personal data has the right, granted by the European legislator, to request that the controller restrict processing if one of the following conditions is met:

If any of the above conditions are met and a data subject wishes to request the restriction of personal data stored by Staatsbad Bad Oeynhausen GmbH, they may contact a representative of the data controller at any time. The representative of Staatsbad Bad Oeynhausen GmbH will arrange for the processing to be restricted.

f) Right to data portability

Every data subject whose personal data is being processed has the right, as granted by European legislation, to receive the personal data concerning them—which they have provided to a controller—in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format. They also have the right to transmit this data to another controller without hindrance from the controller to whom the personal data was provided, provided that the processing is based on consent pursuant to Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR or Art. 9(2)(a) of the GDPR or on a contract pursuant to Article 6(1)(b) of the GDPR, and the processing is carried out by automated means, provided that the processing is not necessary for the performance of a task carried out in the public interest or in the exercise of official authority vested in the controller.

Furthermore, when exercising their right to data portability pursuant to Article 20(1) of the GDPR, the data subject has the right to have the personal data transmitted directly from one controller to another controller, provided this is technically feasible and does not adversely affect the rights and freedoms of others.

To exercise the right to data portability, the data subject may contact a representative of Staatsbad Bad Oeynhausen GmbH at any time.

g) Right to Object

Any data subject affected by the processing of personal data has the right, granted by European legislation, to object at any time, on grounds relating to their particular situation, to the processing of personal data concerning them that is carried out on the basis of Article 6(1)(e) or (f) of the GDPR. This also applies to profiling based on these provisions.

In the event of an objection, Staatsbad Bad Oeynhausen GmbH will no longer process the personal data unless we can demonstrate compelling legitimate grounds for the processing that override the interests, rights, and freedoms of the data subject, or the processing is necessary for the establishment, exercise, or defense of legal claims.

If Staatsbad Bad Oeynhausen GmbH processes personal data for the purpose of direct marketing, the data subject has the right to object at any time to the processing of personal data for the purpose of such marketing. This also applies to profiling to the extent that it is related to such direct marketing. If the data subject objects to Staatsbad Bad Oeynhausen GmbH regarding the processing for direct marketing purposes, Staatsbad Bad Oeynhausen GmbH will no longer process the personal data for these purposes.

In addition, the data subject has the right to object, on grounds relating to their particular situation, to the processing of personal data concerning them that is carried out by Staatsbad Bad Oeynhausen GmbH for scientific or historical research purposes or for statistical purposes pursuant to Article 89(1) of the GDPR, unless such processing is necessary for the performance of a task carried out in the public interest.

To exercise the right to object, the data subject may contact any employee of Staatsbad Bad Oeynhausen GmbH or another employee directly. The data subject is also free, in connection with the use of information society services, notwithstanding Directive 2002/58/EC, to exercise their right to object by means of automated procedures using technical specifications.

h) Automated individual decision-making, including profiling

Every data subject whose personal data is being processed has the right, granted by the European legislator, not to be subject to a decision based solely on automated processing—including profiling—that produces legal effects concerning the data subject or similarly significantly affects the data subject, provided that the decision (1) is not necessary for the conclusion or performance of a contract between the data subject and the controller, or (2) is authorized by Union or Member State law to which the controller is subject, and that law provides for appropriate measures to safeguard the rights and freedoms and legitimate interests of the data subject, or (3) is based on the data subject’s explicit consent.

If the decision (1) is necessary for the conclusion or performance of a contract between the data subject and the controller, or (2) is it made with the data subject’s explicit consent, Staatsbad Bad Oeynhausen GmbH shall take appropriate measures to safeguard the data subject’s rights and freedoms as well as their legitimate interests, including at least the right to obtain human intervention on the part of the controller, to express their point of view, and to contest the decision.

If the data subject wishes to exercise rights relating to automated decisions, they may contact an employee of the controller at any time.

i) Right to withdraw consent under data protection law

Every data subject affected by the processing of personal data has the right, granted by European legislation, to withdraw their consent to the processing of personal data at any time.

If the data subject wishes to exercise their right to withdraw consent, they may contact an employee of the data controller at any time.

7. Privacy Policy Regarding the Use of Facebook

The data controller has integrated components from Facebook into this website. Facebook is a social network.

A social network is an online social gathering place, an online community that generally enables users to communicate with one another and interact in a virtual space. A social network can serve as a platform for exchanging opinions and experiences or enable the online community to share personal or business-related information. Among other things, Facebook allows users of the social network to create private profiles, upload photos, and connect with others through friend requests.

The operator of Facebook is Facebook, Inc., 1 Hacker Way, Menlo Park, CA 94025, USA. If a data subject resides outside the United States or Canada, the controller responsible for the processing of personal data is Facebook Ireland Ltd., 4 Grand Canal Square, Grand Canal Harbour, Dublin 2, Ireland.

Each time a user visits one of the individual pages of this website—which is operated by the data controller and on which a Facebook component (Facebook plugin) has been integrated—the user’s web browser on their computer is automatically prompted by the respective Facebook component to download a representation of that Facebook component from Facebook. A complete overview of all Facebook plug-ins can be found at developers.facebook.com/docs/plugins/. As part of this technical process, Facebook learns which specific subpage of our website is being visited by the data subject.

If the data subject is logged into Facebook at the same time, Facebook recognizes which specific subpage of our website the data subject is visiting each time the data subject accesses our website and for the entire duration of their visit to our website. This information is collected by the Facebook component and assigned by Facebook to the data subject’s respective Facebook account. If the data subject clicks on one of the Facebook buttons integrated into our website, such as the “Like” button, or if the data subject posts a comment, Facebook associates this information with the data subject’s personal Facebook user account and stores this personal data.

Facebook always receives information via the Facebook component that the data subject has visited our website if the data subject is logged into Facebook at the same time as accessing our website; this occurs regardless of whether the data subject clicks on the Facebook component or not. If the data subject does not wish for this information to be transmitted to Facebook, they can prevent the transmission by logging out of their Facebook account before visiting our website.

The Data Policy published by Facebook, available at de-de.facebook.com/about/privacy/, provides information about Facebook’s collection, processing, and use of personal data. It also explains the settings options Facebook offers to protect the data subject’s privacy. In addition, various applications are available that allow users to prevent data from being transmitted to Facebook. Data subjects may use such applications to prevent data from being transmitted to Facebook.

8. Privacy Policy Regarding the Use of Google Analytics (with Anonymization Function)

The data controller has integrated the Google Analytics component (with anonymization function) into this website. Google Analytics is a web analytics service. Web analytics refers to the collection, gathering, and evaluation of data regarding the behavior of website visitors. A web analytics service collects, among other things, data on which website a data subject came from to a website (so-called referrer), which subpages of the website were accessed, or how often and for how long a subpage was viewed. Web analytics is primarily used to optimize a website and for cost-benefit analysis of online advertising.

The operator of the Google Analytics component is Google Ireland Limited, Gordon House, Barrow Street, Dublin, D04 E5W5, Ireland.

The data controller uses the suffix “_gat._anonymizeIp” for web analytics via Google Analytics. This suffix causes Google to truncate and anonymize the IP address of the data subject’s internet connection when accessing our website from a member state of the European Union or from another signatory state to the Agreement on the European Economic Area.

The purpose of the Google Analytics component is to analyze visitor traffic on our website. Google uses the data and information collected, among other things, to evaluate the use of our website, to compile online reports for us that illustrate activity on our website, and to provide other services related to the use of our website.

Google Analytics places a cookie on the data subject’s computer system. What cookies are has already been explained above. By placing the cookie, Google is enabled to analyze the use of our website. Each time a user visits one of the individual pages of this website, which is operated by the data controller and on which a Google Analytics component has been integrated, the web browser on the data subject’s computer is automatically prompted by the respective Google Analytics component to transmit data to Google for the purpose of online analysis. As part of this technical process, Google obtains personal data, such as the data subject’s IP address, which Google uses, among other things, to track the origin of visitors and clicks and, consequently, to enable commission settlements.

Cookies are used to store personal information, such as the time of access, the location from which access originated, and the frequency of visits to our website by the data subject. Each time our website is visited, this personal data—including the IP address of the internet connection used by the data subject—is transmitted to Google in the United States of America. This personal data is stored by Google in the United States of America. Google may, under certain circumstances, disclose this personal data collected through technical means to third parties.

As described above, the data subject may prevent the setting of cookies by our website at any time by adjusting the settings of the web browser used, thereby permanently objecting to the setting of cookies. Such a setting in the Internet browser used would also prevent Google from setting a cookie on the data subject’s information technology system. In addition, a cookie already set by Google Analytics can be deleted at any time via the Internet browser or other software programs.

Furthermore, the data subject has the option to object to the collection of data generated by Google Analytics regarding the use of this website, as well as to the processing of such data by Google, and to prevent such collection and processing. To do so, the data subject must download and install a browser add-on from the link tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout. This browser add-on uses JavaScript to inform Google Analytics that no data or information regarding website visits may be transmitted to Google Analytics. Google interprets the installation of the browser add-on as an objection. If the data subject’s computer system is deleted, formatted, or reinstalled at a later date, the data subject must reinstall the browser add-on to deactivate Google Analytics. If the browser add-on is uninstalled or deactivated by the data subject or another person within their control, it is possible to reinstall or reactivate the browser add-on.

Further information and Google’s applicable privacy policy can be accessed at www.google.de/intl/de/policies/privacy/ and at www.google.com/analytics/terms/de.html. Google Analytics is explained in more detail at this link: https://www.google.com/intl/de_de/analytics/.

9. Privacy Policy Regarding the Use of YouTube

The data controller has integrated YouTube components into this website. YouTube is an online video portal that allows video publishers to upload video clips free of charge and enables other users to view, rate, and comment on them, also free of charge. YouTube permits the publication of all types of videos, which is why complete films and television programs, as well as music videos, trailers, or videos created by users themselves, are available via the internet portal.

The operator of YouTube is Google Ireland Limited, Gordon House, Barrow Street, Dublin, D04 E5W5, Ireland.

Each time a user accesses one of the individual pages of this website operated by the data controller and on which a YouTube component (YouTube video) has been integrated, the web browser on the data subject’s computer is automatically prompted by the respective YouTube component to download a display of the corresponding YouTube component from YouTube. Further information about YouTube can be found at www.youtube.com/yt/about/de/. As part of this technical process, YouTube and Google become aware of which specific subpage of our website is being visited by the data subject.

If the data subject is logged into YouTube at the same time, YouTube can determine which specific subpage of our website the data subject is visiting when a subpage containing a YouTube video is accessed. This information is collected by YouTube and Google and associated with the data subject’s respective YouTube account.

YouTube and Google always receive information via the YouTube component that the data subject has visited our website whenever the data subject is logged into YouTube at the same time as accessing our website; this occurs regardless of whether the data subject clicks on a YouTube video or not. If the data subject does not wish for this information to be transmitted to YouTube and Google, they can prevent the transmission by logging out of their YouTube account before visiting our website.

The privacy policy published by YouTube, which is available at www.google.de/intl/de/policies/privacy/, provides information about the collection, processing, and use of personal data by YouTube and Google.

10. Privacy Policy Regarding the Use of eT4® PAGES / eT4® MAPS

GPS Location

The website requires access to the location of the customer’s device, for example, if search results are to be sorted by “current location” or if the location is to be displayed on a map. Data regarding the user’s location is used solely for processing the request. Location data is transmitted via an encrypted connection. The location data is anonymized after the user exits the website and is statistically analyzed to improve the service. The location is queried regularly during use (use can also be tracked on mobile devices via the location arrow displayed at the top of the screen) and is stored in a cookie.

“Inquiry” Contact Form

destination.one GmbH uses the data you provide to process your inquiry regarding the offer you have selected. To this end, destination.one GmbH forwards the data you provided in the form of an email to the provider of the offer, as well as a copy of the email to Staatsbad Bad Oeynhausen GmbH. The data you provide is also stored in a log file on our servers for three months and is then automatically and irrevocably deleted. The data is not shared with third parties, and to prevent unauthorized access by third parties to the data you provide, the contact form is encrypted using SSL technology.

“Report a Problem” Contact Form

We use the information you provide to process your inquiry and forward it to the relevant author of the content. To this end, destination.one GmbH forwards the information you provide in the form of an email to the relevant author. The information you provide is also stored in a log file on destination.one GmbH’s servers for three months and is then automatically and permanently deleted. Your data will not be shared with third parties, and to prevent unauthorized access by third parties to the data you provide, the contact form is encrypted using SSL technology.

Contact Form “Submit Event”

destination.one GmbH uses the data you provide to process the event you have submitted. To this end, destination.one GmbH forwards the data you provide via the web-based editorial system eT4® to the responsible editorial team. After the editorial team reviews the content, your submitted event will be published or rejected. For details regarding the guidelines on when events may be published, please contact Staatsbad Bad Oeynhausen GmbH.
 

“Print” Contact Form

destination.one GmbH uses the data you provide to deliver the PDF document via email. The data you provide is stored in a log file on destination.one GmbH’s servers for three months and is then automatically and irrevocably deleted. The data is not shared with third parties, and to prevent unauthorized access by third parties to the data you provide, the contact form is encrypted using SSL technology.

“Share” function

None of the data you provide is processed or stored on destination.one GmbH’s servers. When you use the corresponding function (e.g., Facebook or email), you are linked directly to the provider’s respective website.

11. Legal Basis for Processing

Article 6(1)(a) of the GDPR serves as the legal basis for our company’s processing operations in which we obtain consent for a specific processing purpose. If the processing of personal data is necessary for the performance of a contract to which the data subject is a party—as is the case, for example, with processing operations required for the delivery of goods or the provision of other services or consideration—the processing is based on Article 6(1)(b) of the GDPR. The same applies to processing operations necessary for the implementation of pre-contractual measures, such as in cases of inquiries regarding our products or services. If our company is subject to a legal obligation that requires the processing of personal data, such as for the fulfillment of tax obligations, the processing is based on Art.

In rare cases, the processing of personal data may be necessary to protect the vital interests of the data subject or another natural person. This would be the case, for example, if a visitor were to be injured on our premises and their name, age, health insurance information, or other vital information had to be disclosed to a doctor, a hospital, or other third parties. In such cases, the processing would be based on Article 6(1)(d) of the GDPR. Finally, processing operations may be based on Article 6(1)(f) of the GDPR. This legal basis applies to processing operations not covered by any of the aforementioned legal bases, provided that the processing is necessary to safeguard a legitimate interest of our company or a third party, provided that the interests, fundamental rights, and freedoms of the data subject do not override those interests. We are permitted to carry out such processing operations in particular because they were specifically mentioned by the European legislator. In this regard, the legislator took the view that a legitimate interest could be assumed if the data subject is a customer of the controller (Recital 47, Sentence 2 of the GDPR).

12. Legitimate interests in processing pursued by the controller or a third party

If the processing of personal data is based on Article 6(1)(f) of the GDPR, our legitimate interest is the conduct of our business operations for the benefit of the well-being of all our employees and shareholders.

13. Period for which personal data is stored

The criterion for the duration of storage of personal data is the applicable statutory retention period. Upon expiration of this period, the relevant data is routinely deleted, provided it is no longer necessary for the performance of a contract or for entering into a contract.

14. Legal or contractual requirements for the provision of personal data; necessity for the conclusion of the contract; the data subject’s obligation to provide personal data; possible consequences of failure to provide such data

We inform you that the provision of personal data is in some cases required by law (e.g., tax regulations) or may also arise from contractual provisions (e.g., information about the contractual partner). In some cases, it may be necessary for a data subject to provide us with personal data in order to conclude a contract, which we must then process. For example, the data subject is obligated to provide us with personal data when our company enters into a contract with them. Failure to provide the personal data would result in the contract with the data subject not being able to be concluded. Before providing personal data, the data subject must contact one of our employees. Our employee will inform the data subject on a case-by-case basis whether the provision of personal data is required by law or contract, or is necessary for the conclusion of the contract; whether there is an obligation to provide the personal data; and what consequences failure to provide the personal data would have.

15. Use of Automated Decision-Making

As a responsible company, we do not use automated decision-making or profiling.

16. Use of the feratel Online Information and Reservation System

Our website uses the Online Booking Tool (OBT) provided by feratel media technologies GmbH, Meßkircher Straße 17/2, 88605 Meßkirch, (https://www.feratel.de, hereinafter referred to as “feratel”) to enable online bookings of accommodation and other travel services, as well as to process inquiries. Within the scope of the OBT, feratel processes the data as the data controller. The information and provisions regarding data protection can be found in feratel’s privacy policy for the OBT, which you can access at any time from within the OBT or view at www.feratel.de/datenschutz/.
 

17. Newsletter

17.1. Description and Scope of Data Processing When you sign up for our free newsletter, the data requested for this purpose (email address) is transmitted to us. To track any subsequent unsubscription, a unique ID is generated that does not allow any conclusions to be drawn about personal data, and the date and time of registration are stored. As part of the subsequent registration process, we will obtain your consent to receive the newsletter, describe its content in detail, and refer you to this privacy policy. We use the data collected in this process exclusively for sending the newsletter—it is therefore not disclosed to third parties.

17.2. Legal basis for data processing The legal basis for processing the data transmitted during your newsletter registration is Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR. The purpose of the registration is to provide current information and the publisher’s positions.

17.3. Purpose of data processing The processing of contact data in connection with the distribution of the newsletter is carried out exclusively for the purpose of personally providing you with current information and positions of the publisher. In the case of a newsletter subscription, this also constitutes the necessary legitimate interest in the processing of the data.

17.4. Duration of Storage The data will be deleted as soon as it is no longer necessary to achieve the purpose for which it was collected. For contact data related to the distribution of the newsletter, this is the case as soon as and provided the user unsubscribes.

17.5. Right to object and right to erasure Consent to the newsletter distribution may be revoked at any time with future effect in accordance with Art. 7(3) GDPR. To do so, the user must unsubscribe via the corresponding link in the newsletter email.

This privacy policy was created using the privacy policy generator of DGD Deutsche Gesellschaft für Datenschutz GmbH, which acts as the data protection officer, in cooperation with the data protection attorneys at the law firm WILDE BEUGER SOLMECKE | Rechtsanwälte.