I was just ripped off by xigxag who claim I could "buy" things there, but it turns out I can only play them with their DRM-infested webplayer or smartphone app.

Is there a store that sells truly DRM-free audiobooks somewhere in the EU?

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There is no shame in getting a DRM free copy of stuff you already bought.

Technically not an answer to the question, but I'll upvote since it is an solution to the problem.

Do they have audiobooks as well?

They're not EU based, but libro.fm is good for DRM-free audiobooks.

Just buy a CD and rip it yourself.

Bonus: You have the backup media already.

Thalia gives you drm free mp3 downloads.

/edit: it is also quite easy to download and remove the drm from audible (look up Libation)

Thanks, I appreciate it! It seems like I'll have to go with that if nobody from EU wants my money.

Or go to the local library and then rip it yourself

https://pocketbook.de offers a filter to display only DRM-free audiobooks

There's libreture that has a list for drmfree eBook publishers don't remember if they've got it for audio books too

Libro.fm

Besides Libro.FM (not EU) that I know of, DownPour is another option though I believe its also not EU.

Thalia does sell German language DRM free audiobooks.

The big problem is that there isn't a store with a good selection in both languages at the same time (other than audible that is). So you'll have to split your shopping habits between two or more stores, which makes the subscription offerings a lot less attractive.

In my case it's 12 euros / year (iirc), so it's not even expensive. Less than most audio books.

Assuming the author DGAF enough to provide a DRM-free option, anywhere (including Audible) + Libation?

It's a spectacularly good tool, in my experience.