Datenschutz | Villa Garnier

Privacy Policy

1. General Information

The protection of your personal data is an important concern for the operator of this website. This privacy policy explains which personal data is collected when you visit this website and how it is used.

Data processing is carried out in accordance with the Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP), the French Loi Informatique et Libertés, and – where applicable – the European General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

2. Data Controller

Roland Kleeb

Obsthaldenstrasse 83

8046 Zurich

Switzerland

3. Collection and Processing of Personal Data

3.1 Server Log Files
When you visit this website, the hosting provider automatically collects technical access data (so-called server log files). This includes:

IP address of the accessing device
Date and time of access
Name and URL of the page accessed
Referrer URL (previously visited page)
Browser and operating system used

This data is processed to ensure a smooth connection, system security, and for statistical purposes. The legal basis is the legitimate interest of the operator (Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR). The data is not combined with other data sources.

3.2 Contact Form
If you use the contact form on this website, the data you enter (e.g. name, email address, message) will be processed and stored for the purpose of handling your enquiry. The legal basis is your consent or the performance of pre-contractual measures (Art. 6 (1) (a) and (b) GDPR). The data will be deleted as soon as the purpose for storage no longer applies.

3.3 Room Reservation
When you submit a reservation request via the website, the following data is collected:

First and last name
Email address
Phone number (if provided)
Desired dates and room selection
Special requests or remarks

This data is used exclusively for processing your reservation request and the subsequent communication. The legal basis is the performance of pre-contractual measures (Art. 6 (1) (b) GDPR). The data will be deleted after the expiry of the statutory retention periods.

4. Cookies

This website uses cookies. Cookies are small text files stored on your device.

4.1 Technically Necessary Cookies
These cookies are required for the operation of the website and cannot be disabled. They enable basic functions such as page navigation and access to protected areas.

4.2 Analytics and Marketing Cookies
In addition, cookies are used for the analysis of user behaviour or for marketing purposes. These cookies are only set with your explicit consent (cookie banner). You may withdraw your consent at any time.

5. Google Analytics

This website uses Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google Ireland Limited, Gordon House, Barrow Street, Dublin 4, Ireland.

Google Analytics uses cookies to analyse your usage behaviour. The information generated is generally transmitted to a Google server. We use IP anonymisation, so your IP address is truncated within the EU/EEA.

Google Analytics is only activated with your explicit consent. The legal basis is your consent (Art. 6 (1) (a) GDPR). You can prevent data collection by Google Analytics by installing the browser add-on to disable Google Analytics or by adjusting your cookie settings.

Further information: https://policies.google.com/privacy

6. Newsletter

If you subscribe to the Villa Garnier newsletter, your email address and, if applicable, your name will be stored for the purpose of distribution. Registration takes place via the double opt-in procedure. The legal basis is your explicit consent (Art. 6 (1) (a) GDPR). You may unsubscribe from the newsletter at any time. A corresponding unsubscribe link is included in every newsletter.

7. Embedded Content

This website may embed content from third-party providers, in particular:

Google Maps – to display the location of Villa Garnier
YouTube – for embedding videos

When embedded content is loaded, a connection is established to the servers of the respective providers. Your IP address may be transmitted to the third-party provider. Where possible, embedded content is only loaded after your explicit consent (two-click solution or cookie banner).

8. Disclosure of Data to Third Parties

Personal data is only disclosed to third parties if this is necessary for the performance of the contract, if you have consented, or if there is a legal obligation to do so. Any transfer to third countries (e.g. the USA in the case of Google) is carried out only on the basis of appropriate safeguards (e.g. EU Standard Contractual Clauses).

9. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

Right of access: You may request information about the data we hold about you.
Right to rectification: You may request the correction of inaccurate data.
Right to erasure: You may request the deletion of your data, provided no statutory retention obligations conflict.
Restriction of processing: You may request the restriction of the processing of your data.
Right to object: You may object to the processing of your data at any time.
Data portability: You may request the release of your data in a commonly used format.
Withdrawal of consent: You may withdraw any consent given at any time with effect for the future.

To exercise your rights, please contact the address listed above.

10. Right to Lodge a Complaint

You have the right to lodge a complaint with a data protection supervisory authority. In Switzerland, the Federal Data Protection and Information Commissioner (FDPIC) is responsible. In France, the Commission Nationale de l’Informatique et des Libertés (CNIL) is responsible.

11. Data Security

The operator employs technical and organisational security measures to protect your data against accidental or intentional manipulation, loss, destruction, or access by unauthorised persons. The website is transmitted via an SSL/TLS-encrypted connection.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

The operator reserves the right to amend this privacy policy as necessary to reflect changes in the legal situation or modifications to the website.

As of: March 2026