Blues Playground

Destelheide Venue Rules

These rules are set by the venue, but we need to respect them if we want to enjoy our stay there

Please read and respect the following venue rules during your stay at Destelheide. These rules ensure a pleasant experience for everyone.

For the official complete rules in English, see the Destelheide house rules PDF.

🚨 Most Important Rules

No Outside Food or Drinks

Only products from or supplied by Destelheide may be sold or consumed. If the venue detects violations, a "fee" (fine) may be charged. This is for food safety rules that the venue applies.

Respect & Non-Discrimination

Destelheide is a space where all people respect each other. Any form of discrimination, racism, or propaganda of that nature is strictly prohibited. This is based on the European Convention on Human Rights, Fundamental Freedoms, and the Universal Declaration of the Rights of the Child.

General Smoking Ban

Smoking is prohibited in all buildings, including the bar and cafeteria.

However, dedicated covered, smoking areas are provided outside the buildings.

🛏️ Accommodation

Towels

We need to bring our own towels.

Room Availability

Bedrooms are available from 7:00 PM on the first day of your stay.

Check-out

On the day of departure (Sunday), you must vacate your bedrooms by 9:30 AM, but you may continue to use all rooms and locations throughout the day. Check-out will be arranged with the venue's caretaker.

Room Inventory

Each bedroom has an inventory list and practical information. Please report any missing, damaged, or non-functioning items to the organizers upon arrival. Unreported damage will be charged to the group.

Sheets, blankets, duvets, and bedroom furniture must always remain in the bedrooms.

🍽️ Meals

Meal Times (Strict)

These times are strict and cannot be changed for our group size.

Self-Service

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are self-service. Please clear your table after eating and place dirty dishes in the stacking carts.

🍺 Bar & Cafeteria

📋 View Bar Price List

Opening Hours

Free Coffee & Tea

At 12:45 PM and 3:30 PM, every guest can enjoy free coffee or tea (included in the full board price).

Evening Bar

In the evenings, groups operate the bar themselves. Our group will manage the finances, service, music, dishes, cleaning, and opening/closing of the bar.

Payment

You can pay with cash or tokens. Tokens can be pre-ordered and charged to the invoice.

Alcohol Policy

Sale of alcohol to persons under 16 is not permitted.

🚗 Parking

Upon Arrival

After unloading luggage and materials, all cars must immediately move to the parking lot. The fire department prohibits parking in the immediate vicinity of the buildings.

Parking Availability

• Parking is free
• Up to 60 spaces available (shared with other groups)
• If full, additional parking is available on the street

🔥 Safety

Emergency Exits

Emergency exits must always be kept clear. It is forbidden to place obstacles in front of (emergency) exits, escape routes, and in corridors.

Fire Alarm

Misuse of fire alarm systems will be penalized with an administrative fee.

Fire Guidelines

Each building has evacuation plans and fire guidelines posted. Everyone must know and be able to follow these guidelines.

No Open Fires

Making fires on the grounds or burning paper and waste is prohibited by order of the fire department and municipality.

🔊 Noise & Equipment

Sound Equipment

The use of sound systems outdoors is not permitted. Close windows and doors when there is loud noise in the rooms.

🐾 Not Allowed on the Premises

• Pets
• Caravans
• Tents

♻️ Waste Sorting

Destelheide actively participates in waste sorting. Please separate:

• Paper and cardboard
• Cans and metal
• Glass
• Food waste
• Small hazardous waste
• Residual waste

📞 Emergency Information

Phone numbers for doctors, pharmacists, emergency services, and weekend duty services are posted on the notice board at the secretariat and restaurant.

Questions?

Contact the organizers or reach out to us at: bluesplaygroundorga@gmail.com