Interpädagogica 2026: We are there again
Interpädagogica 2026 in Linz has opened – and the Austrian Youth Hostel Association is once again represented at the event. Visit us at stand AH506 and find out more about our offers for […]
Author Archive: Christoph Sammer
More...
Discover Austria: The New Youth Hostel Guide Is Here!
Everything at a glance: youth hostels, contact details, road map and membership benefits. Our popular fold-out map featuring youth hostels across Austria has been updated and is now available again! Whether you’re planning […]
[Blog] The Last Big School Trip: What Makes a Great End-of-Year Class Trip
May and June are peak season for end-of-year school trips. Many schools want to stay at youth hostels around the same time, and those who book too late often have to settle for […]
Carinthia: Free Bus and Train Travel with the Guest Card from November 2026
Good news for everyone who wants to explore Carinthia by public transport: From 1 November 2026, the guest card mobility scheme will be significantly expanded. Holiday guests will be able to use almost […]
Youth Hostel Membership Card 2027 available
Our new Youth Hostel membership card for 2027 is here! Valid from now until 31.12.2027! With the Youth Hostel Card you are able to save at least 10% in the HI Hostels and […]
Advent magic in Bad Ischl and the Salzkammergut
Spend a few relaxing days in the Salzkammergut region and get into the spirit of the most peaceful time of the year. The imperial town of Bad Ischl shines in festive Christmas lights. […]
Ski school trip right on the slopes in Heiligenblut
Validity: school year 2026/2027 Enjoy wonderful mountain landscapes and direct fun on the slopes in Austria’s most beautiful mountain village – the Großglockner is waiting! Our hostel welcomes you to Hohe Tauern National […]
School trip to Vienna – unbeatable program at unbeatable prices
Welcome to Vienna! Our hostels provide free WIFI, reasonably priced food options, cosy lounges and multi purpose rooms! Brigittenau Youth Palace Our Brigittenau Youth Palace offers 90 comfortable and air-conditioned 2-bed rooms with […]
Class Bonding Days for School Classes
Validity: School Year 2026/2027 The perfect program to build a strong class community A great way to start the new school year – or to end the semester on a high note: Our […]
Summer at Lake Wörthersee – New Drone Footage from Cap Wörth
Anyone who has visited our Youth & Family Hostel Cap Wörth knows that its unique location directly on the shores of Lake Wörthersee makes it a truly special place. Our new drone footage […]
80 Years of the Austrian Youth Hostel Association (ÖJHV): Travelling Together Since 1946
On 31 May 2026, the Austrian Youth Hostel Association (ÖJHV) celebrates its 80th anniversary. What began in 1946 in the spirit of an open-minded youth and hiking movement has evolved into a modern […]
[Blog] Exploring Europe by Train: Affordable, Sustainable and Stress-Free
You don’t need to board a plane to discover Europe. The European rail network connects thousands of cities and regions — from a spontaneous weekend trip to a multi-week journey through several countries. […]
DACH Meeting 2026 in Vienna: Exchange, Innovation and Strong Cooperation
From 24 to 26 April 2026, this year’s DACH meeting of the youth hostel associations from Germany, Austria and Switzerland took place in Vienna. The host venue was the 1200 Vienna Brigittenau Youth […]
Fresh Look at Our Hostels: New Impressions from Villach, Klagenfurt and Velden Cap Wörth
Over the past few weeks, we visited our Youth and Family Hostels in Villach, Klagenfurt and Velden Cap Wörth with our camera. The result: a wide range of new images showcasing how our […]
Easier, faster and more sustainable travel: Multiple daily train connections to Carinthia
Travelling to Carinthia has never been as convenient, fast and environmentally friendly as it is today! Thanks to the new southern railway route via the Koralmtunnel and the expanded services of ÖBB and […]
