Photography guidelines

Every photographer's dream

We are delighted that you are inspired by the unique atmosphere of our hotel and the historic ambience in and around the Schlosshotel Kronberg. Our guests appreciate exactly that: the unique character of our hotel, the tranquility of the castle grounds, the charm of the entire complex, and, last but not least, the privacy that we protect with great care here.

To ensure that all guests can enjoy their stay equally, we ask for your understanding regarding our policy on photography and filming.

Private photography – of course!

Snapshots as a souvenir of your stay are of course permitted.

This includes:

• Photos taken with your own smartphone or a small camera,
• without technical equipment,
• for purely private use
• and without deliberate staging that could attract the attention of other guests.

What counts as a photo shoot?

As soon as one or more of the following characteristics apply, it is considered a photo shoot, even if no commercial use is intended:

• The photographer or other person(s) involved deliberately direct the camera
• Posing or staging
• Use of tripods, reflectors, lighting equipment, or any other equipment
• Photos are clearly planned, e.g., through special clothing, makeup, etc.
• The photos are intended for social media, advertising, websites, portfolios, or external publications

Wedding and event photography

If you are hosting your wedding, private celebration, or business event at the Schlosshotel Kronberg, we look forward to working with you to make this special day a memorable one. The conditions for photography and video recording during your event will be agreed upon individually with your personal contact person from our events department and set out in the event contract. Please ensure that the photographer is known to our staff and can be identified as belonging to the event.

Please understand that wedding, engagement, or bridal shoots, corporate shoots, and portrait and family shoots are reserved exclusively for companies holding their celebration or event at our hotel. All types of fashion, product, or advertising shoots, especially those intended for commercial use, are strictly prohibited.

This rule serves to protect the privacy of all guests and our historic property.

To which areas do these regulations apply?

In order to protect the privacy of all guests, photo shoots are not permitted on the entire premises without express special permission. This applies to, among other things:

• The entire castle park, including the rose garden, golf course, and grotto

• All buildings and structures on the grounds, including the stables, main administration building, beauty cottage, bridges, and archways

• The castle hotel building. This includes all rooms on the ground floor, including the salons, restaurant, bar, grand staircase, lobby, historic library, and hallways and corridors

• The terrace, including the rotunda

• The outdoor areas in front of the building, including the fountain and main portal

Smaller shoots or “discreet” sets are not exempt from this rule. Thank you for your understanding.

Drone ban

Please note that the use of drones is strictly prohibited throughout the entire premises, including all outdoor areas, for safety and data protection reasons.

Shootings requiring approval

In individual cases and after careful consideration, photo shoots may be permitted in certain areas and for certain purposes.

In any case, written permission from the management or the Director of Marketing is required.

We will be happy to review the possibilities and conditions upon written request. Please include the following information in your request:

• Purpose of the shoot

• Intended use

• Channels to be used for publication (analoge and digital), including a reference account or website if available

• How many people will be involved and what roles they will perform

• Desired date and time slot

• Desired location within the hotel or in the surrounding park

• Your contact details

Please send your request to marketing@pvh.de. Please note that the request must be received at least 14 days before the desired date.

For shoots that are not related to an event at the Schlosshotel Kronberg, an individual fee will be charged. The base price for a permit starts at €500 and depends on the scope, duration, and area of the desired use.

We reserve the right to reject requests without giving reasons. Thank you for your understanding.

Why this policy?

Our goal is to offer all guests an atmosphere of relaxation, respect, and seclusion. Photo shoots – as aesthetic and loving as they may be – can disrupt this experience. By establishing clear rules, we ensure that our Schlosshotel Kronberg remains a place where privacy, style, and tranquility come first.

Thank you for your consideration and understanding. We look forward to your visit!