General Terms and Conditions of the Event Location GOOSE Eventspace (GOOSE Gourmet GmbH)

1.1 These General Terms and Conditions apply to all contracts between GOOSE Gourmet GmbH (hereinafter referred to as the “Lessor”) and the contracting party/tenant (hereinafter referred to as the “Customer”) regarding the rental of the event location “GOOSE Eventspace” as well as any additional services associated therewith. They shall be deemed binding once the Customer has confirmed the order in writing, in particular by signing the offer or by placing a written order via email. By placing the order, the Customer confirms that they have taken note of these General Terms and Conditions and accept their applicability.

1.2 Any deviating terms and conditions of the Customer shall not apply unless they have been expressly agreed to in writing by the Lessor.

1.3 These General Terms and Conditions shall also apply to future rental agreements unless expressly agreed otherwise.

2a.1 For reasons of preventive fire protection, the following are strictly prohibited throughout the entire event location GOOSE Eventspace:
• open flames of any kind,
• candles (including tea lights),
• sparklers,
• pyrotechnics and fireworks,
• fog machines, smoke or flame effects,
• any other fire-hazardous objects or effects.

2a.2 Any deviations from the above are permitted only with the prior written consent of the Lessor.

2a.3 The Customer is obligated to comply with all applicable fire protection regulations, official requirements, as well as all instructions issued by the Lessor and its staff.

2a.4 If the Customer or any of the Customer’s guests violates statutory regulations (in particular noise regulations, fire safety regulations, safety regulations, youth protection laws, or the provisions of these General Terms and Conditions), the Customer shall indemnify and hold the Lessor harmless from all resulting damages, costs, and official measures. In such cases, the Lessor is entitled to immediately terminate the event in the event of imminent danger.

2a.5 The Customer shall be liable for all damages, costs, and official measures resulting from violations of fire protection regulations and shall indemnify the Lessor against all claims asserted by third parties.

2b.1 The Lessor shall exercise the unrestricted right of domicile (house rules) throughout the entire duration of the event.

2b.2 The Lessor or persons authorized by the Lessor are entitled to issue instructions to the Customer, the Customer’s guests, or engaged service providers insofar as this is necessary to maintain safety, order, or to ensure compliance with statutory regulations.

2b.3 In the event of material breaches of contract, in particular violations of fire protection regulations, safety regulations, or noise regulations, the Lessor is entitled to expel individuals from the premises or to terminate the event in its entirety.

2b.4 In such cases, there shall be no entitlement to a refund or to any claim for damages.

3.1 The subject matter of this contract is the temporary use of the event space “GOOSE Eventspace” for the contractually agreed purpose.

3.2 Use of the premises shall be limited to the agreed rental period. An extension or overrun is only possible by prior agreement and may result in additional charges.

3.4 If the Customer or any of the Customer’s guests violates statutory regulations (in particular noise regulations, fire safety regulations, safety regulations, or youth protection laws), the Customer shall indemnify and hold the Lessor harmless from all resulting damages, costs, and official measures. In such cases, the Lessor is entitled to immediately terminate the event in the event of imminent danger.

4.1 All prices are stated net in euros plus the applicable statutory value-added tax.

4.2 Payment shall be made in accordance with the payment terms agreed in the offer or contract.

4.3 In the event of default in payment, the Lessor is entitled to charge default interest at the statutory rate.

5.1 The Customer is obligated to notify the planned number of participants in writing no later than 14 calendar days prior to the event.

5.2 A free reduction of the number of participants by up to 25% of the originally reported guests is possible up to 7 calendar days prior to the start of the event.

5.3 Reductions exceeding this 25% threshold or made after the expiration of this period shall be charged in accordance with § 9 “Cancellation / Withdrawal.”

6.1 The Customer may withdraw from the contract. In this case, the Lessor shall be entitled to lump-sum compensation as follows:
– Up to 60 working days prior to the start of the event: free of charge
– Up to 40 working days prior: 25% of the offer amount
– Up to 7 working days prior: 70% of the offer amount
– From 3 working days prior: 100% of the offer amount

6.2 The Customer remains entitled to prove that no damage or significantly lesser damage has occurred.

The Lessor is entitled to withdraw from the contract if the agreed advance payment or security deposit is not paid on time despite a reminder, if the event violates statutory regulations or the agreed purpose of use, or if there is justified cause to assume that the event may endanger the reputation, safety, or operation of the GOOSE Eventspace

8a.1 If the Customer culpably violates material contractual obligations, in particular fire protection regulations, the agreed type of use, the maximum permitted number of participants, or the agreed rental period (overrun), the Lessor shall be entitled to demand an appropriate contractual penalty of up to EUR 5,000.

8a.2 The assertion of further damages shall remain unaffected. Any contractual penalty paid shall be credited against a potential claim for damages.

8a.3 The Customer reserves the right to prove that no damage or a lesser damage has occurred.

8b.1 The Customer shall be liable for all damages caused to the building, furnishings, or equipment by the Customer, the Customer’s guests, service providers, or vicarious agents.

8b.2 The Lessor shall only be liable in cases of intent or gross negligence. In the event of a breach of material contractual obligations, liability shall be limited to the foreseeable damage typical for the contract.

8b.3 The Customer is recommended to take out event organizer liability insurance.

Any GEMA fees incurred for the use of the GOOSE Eventspace are centrally covered by GOOSE Gourmet GmbH. Separate registration by the Customer is not required for customary use (e.g. background music or DJ).

The event space shall be handed over in the agreed condition. Any complaints must be reported immediately.

The place of jurisdiction shall be Frankfurt am Main. The law of the Federal Republic of Germany shall apply, excluding the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods (CISG).