Scope
This statement applies to the publicly accessible website visit-northerngermany.com, including its subpages and mobile-optimised webpages.
Legal framework and voluntary nature
The operator, Deutsches Küstenland e.V., complies with the requirements of WCAG 2.1 at conformity level AA (referenced in EN 301 549). This statement is made voluntarily, without recognition of any legal obligation and without prejudice as to whether legal accessibility requirements are relevant to this website.
Status of compliance
According to an internal assessment, the website visit-northerngermany.com is partially accessible. A complete comparison with all success criteria of WCAG 2.1 AA is currently not available in all respects.
Known limitations (without claim to completeness):
- When changing languages (multilingual content), programmatic labelling may still be inconsistent (WCAG 3.1.2/3.1.1).
- Individual alternative texts for images/icons may be insufficient or missing (WCAG 1.1.1).
- In some cases, link texts may not be meaningful enough (WCAG 2.4.4).
- In some cases, the contrast in graphics/overlays may be insufficient (WCAG 1.4.3/1.4.11).
- Keyboard navigation (focus order/focus visibility) may need to be optimised in some areas (WCAG 2.1.1/2.4.7).
Content outside the immediate sphere of influence
No guarantee can be given for the complete accessibility of third-party content that is merely linked to (e.g. external portals, map or social media services). The same applies to embedded content that is provided by third parties, either technically or editorially.
Creation and evaluation method
This statement was created on the basis of a self-assessment (expert review) using the criteria of WCAG 2.1 AA.
Date of declaration: 19th August 2025.
Last content review: 19th August 2025.
Feedback and contact
Please feel free to let us know about any barriers on this website. We will endeavour to review any feedback we receive and remedy the situation where possible.
- Email: info@visit-northerngermany.com
- Postal address:
Deutsches Küstenland e.V.
Holstentorplatz 1
23552 Lübeck
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Note on enforcement procedures
There is no specific official enforcement procedure for private operators under state law regulations for public bodies. Regardless of this, you can contact us directly at any time (see above for contact details).
This statement is a voluntary transparency measure and does not constitute any further commitments. The legal information in this statement applies exclusively to the website specified under ‘Scope’.
