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Last updated: February 2026

1. Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to discover-auschwitz.com ("we," "us," or "our"). By accessing or using this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please do not use our website.

2. Nature of the Website

discover-auschwitz.com is an independent, unofficial informational website. We are not affiliated, associated, authorized, endorsed by, or in any way officially connected with the Auschwitz-Birkenau State Museum, the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum, or any government agency.

The official website of the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum can be found at auschwitz.org. We highly recommend verifying all essential information (such as opening hours, ticket availability, and rules) directly on the official museum website before planning your visit.

3. Informational Purposes Only (Disclaimer)

All content provided on discover-auschwitz.com is for general informational and educational purposes only. While we strive to keep the information up-to-date and accurate, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability, or availability of the website or the information, products, services, or related graphics contained on the website.

Travel Information Museum opening hours, ticket prices, guided tour availability, and transportation schedules are subject to change without notice. We are not responsible for any inconveniences, financial losses, or missed tours resulting from relying on the information provided on this site.
Historical Content We approach the history of Auschwitz-Birkenau with the utmost respect. However, we are not professional historians. The historical summaries provided are intended as general overviews for visitors.

Any reliance you place on the information on this website is therefore strictly at your own risk.

4. Affiliate Disclosure

To support the maintenance and operation of this website, discover-auschwitz.com participates in various affiliate marketing programs.

This means that we may include links to third-party products or services (such as guided tours, transportation, accommodations, or books). If you click on an affiliate link and make a purchase or booking, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you.

Our current affiliate partners include, but are not limited to:

  • GetYourGuide
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We only recommend tours, services, or products that we believe provide value to our readers planning a trip to Auschwitz-Birkenau. However, any transaction you make is directly with the third-party provider, and we are not responsible for the quality, delivery, or cancellation policies of those services.

5. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites that are not provided or maintained by or in any way affiliated with us. Please note that we do not guarantee the accuracy, relevance, timeliness, or completeness of any information on these external websites. We do not have control over the content or privacy practices of these sites and assume no responsibility for them.

6. Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise stated, all written content, original graphics, and design elements on discover-auschwitz.com are the intellectual property of the site owner and are protected by applicable copyright laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or transmit any part of this site without prior written permission, except for personal, non-commercial use.

Any historical photographs or third-party images used on this site are either in the public domain, licensed under Creative Commons, or used under the doctrine of fair use for educational purposes. If you believe your copyrighted work is being infringed upon, please contact us immediately.

7. Limitation of Liability

In no event shall discover-auschwitz.com, its owner, or contributors be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of your access to, or use of, the website. This includes, but is not limited to, damages for errors, omissions, interruptions, defects, delays in operation, or reliance on the provided content.

8. Governing Law

These Terms of Service shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of France and the European Union, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising under or in connection with these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in France.

9. Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to update or change our Terms of Service at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. Your continued use of the website after we post any modifications constitutes your acknowledgment of the modifications and your consent to abide by the updated Terms.

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