Overview

• The Landgericht Düsseldorf ruled that the cruise line's expulsion of the passenger was unjustified under travel law.
• The passenger was accused of urinating into a glass at the ship's bar, but the court could not conclusively determine if the incident occurred.
• The court found that the alleged behavior did not meet the threshold for immediate removal, which requires violent, discriminatory, or gross misconduct.
• The captain expelled the passenger and two companions three days after the alleged incident without issuing a prior warning.
• The passenger was awarded approximately €9,000, including €4,300 for unused cruise days, €1,600 for return travel costs, and €3,100 for lost holiday enjoyment.