Accessibility Statement
Last updated: April 23, 2026
Scope
This accessibility statement applies to the website meerfun.de, operated by Urlaub an der Ostsee GmbH. We strive to make our website accessible in accordance with the German Accessibility Strengthening Act (Barrierefreiheitsstärkungsgesetz — BFSG), which implements the European Accessibility Act (EAA), and the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA.
Accessibility Status
Status: Partially compliant
This website is partially compliant with WCAG 2.1 Level AA. We are continuously working to improve the accessibility of our website and to identify and resolve existing barriers. The non-compliant areas are listed below.
Accessibility Measures
We have implemented the following measures to ensure the accessibility of meerfun.de:
- Semantic HTML structure with proper heading hierarchy
- Keyboard navigation support for all interactive elements
- ARIA labels and roles for screen reader compatibility
- Sufficient color contrast ratios (minimum 4.5:1 for text)
- Alternative text for all informative images
- Skip navigation link to main content
- Responsive design that supports zoom up to 200%
- Accessibility settings (high contrast, large text, reduced motion, dark mode) available in the header and mobile menu
- Focus indicators visible on all interactive elements
Known Limitations
Despite our efforts, some content may not yet be fully accessible. The following known limitations exist:
Third-party content and embedded maps
Embedded maps (Mapbox) may not be fully accessible with screen readers. We provide the address information as text as an alternative.
Images from external sources
Property images are provided by property managers via vOffice. Not all images may have descriptive alternative texts. We are working with our partners to improve this.
PDF documents
Some PDF documents (e.g., booking confirmations, legal documents) may not yet be fully accessible. We are working on providing accessible alternatives.
Image gallery / lightbox
The fullscreen image gallery supports keyboard navigation (arrow keys, Escape) but may have limited screen reader support for slide transitions.
Technical Information
The accessibility of this website relies on the following technologies:
- HTML5
- CSS / Tailwind CSS
- JavaScript / TypeScript
- WAI-ARIA 1.2
- Next.js (React)
Assessment Method
The accessibility of this website was assessed through self-evaluation based on WCAG 2.1 Level AA criteria. We use automated testing tools as well as manual testing with keyboard navigation and screen readers.
Supported Browsers and Assistive Technologies
This website is designed to be compatible with the following browsers and assistive technologies:
- Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Safari, Microsoft Edge (latest versions)
- VoiceOver (macOS / iOS)
- NVDA (Windows)
- TalkBack (Android)
Feedback and Contact
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of meerfun.de. If you encounter any barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:
Urlaub an der Ostsee GmbH
We will try to respond to your feedback within 2 weeks and work on resolving any reported issues.
Enforcement Procedure
If you have contacted us about an accessibility issue and are not satisfied with our response, you have the right to contact the competent market surveillance authority. In Germany, the market surveillance for the BFSG is carried out by the Federal Network Agency (Bundesnetzagentur):
Additionally, you can contact the arbitration body for accessibility (Schlichtungsstelle nach § 16 BGG) at the Federal Government Commissioner for Matters relating to Persons with Disabilities:
Arbitration Body for Accessibility
at the Federal Government Commissioner for Matters relating to Persons with Disabilities
Legal Basis
This accessibility statement is based on the following legal requirements:
- Barrierefreiheitsstärkungsgesetz (BFSG) — German Accessibility Strengthening Act, implementing the European Accessibility Act (EAA / Directive (EU) 2019/882)
- Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA
- EN 301 549 — European standard for digital accessibility