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Kurtaxe

spa/resort tax

noun KOOR-tak-se Rare
Travel & Places Accommodation

Also means

visitors' tax

Usage Note

Kurtaxe is a compulsory fee charged to overnight visitors in German spa towns (Kurorte). It funds local amenities such as promenades, concerts, and parks. The rate varies between towns and is collected by hotels.

Examples

"Die Kurtaxe von drei Euro pro Nacht wird direkt auf die Hotelrechnung aufgeschlagen."

Natural Translation

The spa tax of three euros per night is added directly to the hotel bill.

Literal Translation

The spa tax of three euros per night is directly onto the hotel bill added.

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