Events
Events in closed rooms (2G+)Events in closed rooms are only permitted with participants who are vaccinated, recovered or equivalent to these persons. Compulsory testing applies. In addition, up to 25 minors who are not vaccinated, recovered or equivalent persons may also participate. The following apply
- the obligation to wear a mask; the obligation to wear a mask does not apply if food or drink is consumed,
- the compulsory contact record.
- The testing obligation for persons of full age who have been vaccinated, have recovered or are equivalent to such persons shall be waived if it is ensured that the mask obligation is complied with throughout.
The organiser must have a hygiene concept in place to ensure compliance with the requirements.
- Limitation of persons: Events in closed rooms or outdoors with fixed seating are permitted with a maximum of 1,000 spectators or participants.
Outdoor events with fixed seating (2G)
Outdoor events where admission is based on admission control or pre-purchased tickets and participants occupy fixed seating are only permitted with participants who are vaccinated, convalescent or equivalent. The
- the obligation to wear a mask; the obligation to wear a mask does not apply if a fixed seat is taken or if food or drink is consumed,
- the obligation to keep a record of contacts.
The organiser shall have a hygiene concept in place to ensure compliance.
- Limitation of persons: Events in closed rooms or outdoors with fixed seating are permitted with a maximum of 1,000 spectators or participants.
Outdoor events without fixed seating (2G)
Only vaccinated, convalescent or equivalent persons may be present at outdoor events that do not fall into the previous category. The following applies
- the mask requirement; the mask requirement does not apply when food and drink are consumed.
- a maximum of 1,000 persons or 20 per cent of the maximum number of visitors otherwise customary there; the maximum number of visitors otherwise customary there shall be agreed with the competent district administration, in independent cities with the city administration as the district regulatory authority. The organiser may choose between these two alternatives.
Gastronomy and accommodation
Gastronomy (2G+ in closed rooms)
The operators of catering establishments must maintain a hygiene concept for indoor areas. Only vaccinated, recovered or equivalent persons with a current test may be present in closed rooms. The following shall apply
- the obligation to wear masks for guests and staff; for guests, the mask is not required directly at the place of work, as well as
- the recommendation to record contacts.
- The test obligation also applies to persons of age who have been vaccinated, have recovered or are of equal age.
- New: Closure of clubs and discotheques
The opening of clubs, discotheques or similar establishments is prohibited from 24 December 2021. Pubs, bars and restaurants are not affected by this regulation; the regulations on gastronomic establishments continue to apply to them.
Collection of food in enclosed spaces (2G):
In pick-up situations in closed rooms, only vaccinated, recovered or equivalent persons may be present as customers. Masks are compulsory.
Outdoor catering (2G)
Outdoor catering facilities may only be used by vaccinated, recovered or equivalent persons. The following apply
- guests and staff are required to wear masks; guests are not required to wear masks directly at their seats, and
the obligation to register contacts.
Note: The exemption from the mask obligation for employees of institutions if they are vaccinated persons or convalescent persons no longer exists! This passage has been dropped in the 29th CoBeLVO!
Basically all types of accommodation:
In all publicly accessible areas of establishments in the accommodation sector, the distance requirement and the mask requirement apply in closed rooms.
The recommendation to record the contact details of all guests applies.
Hotels and group accommodation (2G+)
- Hotels, hotels garnis, boarding houses, inns, guest houses and similar establishments; and
- youth hostels, recreation, holiday and training homes, holiday centres and similar establishments.
Only vaccinated, recovered or equivalent persons with a current negative test result may be present as guests. On arrival, testing is compulsory; this also applies to vaccinated, recovered or equivalent persons of full age. If proof of testing is required, a new test must be carried out every 72 hours, calculated from the time of the last test, in the case of stays of several days.
- The provisions for gastronomy apply accordingly to the gastronomic offers of the facility. The testing obligation, if any, for guests of hotels and group accommodation shall be determined according to the regulations for these types of establishment.
- For offers of sports and leisure activities, the use of a sauna, wellness and cosmetic offers as well as group offers of a leisure nature offered by the establishment, the other provisions of the Ordinance shall apply accordingly. The testing obligation for these offers for guests of hotels and group accommodation is determined by the regulations for these types of operation (test every 72 hours).
The operator shall have a hygiene concept in place to ensure compliance with the requirements.
Holiday homes and campsites are still exempt from the 2G/2G+ regulations, there is no obligation to test!
Other tourism sectors
Coach and ship travel (2G+)
Only vaccinated, recovered or equivalent persons may take part in coach or ship travel.
- At the start of the journey, the testing obligation also applies to persons of full age who have been vaccinated, have recovered or have the same status. If proof of testing is required, a new test must be carried out every 72 hours for journeys lasting several days.
- The testing obligation for vaccinated, recovered or equivalent adult persons is waived if it is ensured that the mask obligation is consistently complied with.
- The recommendation to record contacts applies.
For gastronomic offers, the provisions for gastronomy apply accordingly. The provider must have a hygiene concept in place to ensure compliance with the regulations.
Swimming pools and fun pools, saunas and thermal baths (2G+)
In the indoor area, only vaccinated, recovered or equivalent persons may be present as visitors, whereby the maximum number of persons who may be present on the premises of the respective facility at the same time is limited to half of the maximum number of visitors otherwise present there. The following shall apply
- the obligation to register contactsthe obligation to test also applies to persons of full age who have been vaccinated, have recovered or are equivalent to such persons.
A hygiene concept, which in particular also contains regulations on the use of changing rooms, showers and similar communal facilities as well as on the permissible number of visitors, shall be provided. The competent authorities are responsible for monitoring hygiene concepts.
Amusement parks, climbing parks, mini-golf courses and similar facilities (2G+ indoors)
Only vaccinated, recovered or equivalent persons may be present as visitors, whereby the maximum number of persons who may be present on the premises of the respective facility at the same time is limited to half of the maximum number of visitors otherwise present there. The following shall apply
- the obligation to wear a mask, insofar as this is permitted by the nature of the respective leisure activity; the obligation to wear a mask does not apply if a fixed place is taken, if food or drink is consumed or if the person is engaged in sporting activities,
- the recommendation to make contact.
- the obligation to test; this also applies indoors to persons of age who have been vaccinated, have recovered or are of equivalent age. The testing obligation for vaccinated, recovered persons or persons of equivalent age indoors is waived if it is ensured that the mask obligation is complied with at all times.
Zoological gardens, zoos, botanical gardens and similar establishments (2G+ indoors).
Only vaccinated, convalescent or equivalent persons may be present as visitors, whereby the maximum number of persons who may be present on the premises of the respective facility at the same time is limited to half of the maximum number of visitors otherwise present there. The following shall apply
- the obligation to wear a mask; the obligation to wear a mask does not apply if a fixed place is taken or if food or drink is consumed,
- the recommendation to register contacts
- the obligation to test; this also applies indoors to persons of age who have been vaccinated, have recovered or are of equivalent age. The testing obligation for vaccinated, recovered or equivalent persons of full age indoors is waived if it is ensured that the mask obligation is complied with at all times.
For the operation of public and commercial cultural facilities, in particular (2G+ indoors and at fixed locations, see Events)
- Cinemas, theatres, concert halls, cabarets and similar establishments,
- circuses and similar establishments
- As well as for performances of popular and amateur culture
the regulations for events shall apply
Museums, exhibitions, memorials and similar institutions (2G+ in closed rooms)
Only vaccinated, recovered or equivalent persons may be present as visitors in closed rooms. Compulsory testing applies. The following apply
- the mask obligation; the mask obligation does not apply if a fixed place is taken or if food or drink is consumed,
- the recommendation to record contacts
- the obligation to test; this also applies indoors to persons of age who have been vaccinated, have recovered or are of equivalent age. The testing obligation for vaccinated, recovered or equivalent persons of full age in the indoor area is waived if it is ensured that the mask obligation is complied with at all times.
