50% off the Youth Hostel Card 2026
Starting now, the Youth Hostel Card for the year 2026 is available at a 50% discount. The card can be purchased at half price throughout September and is valid until December 31, 2026. […]
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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 […]
Thank You, Antonia! 42 Years of Dedication, Integrity and Heart for the Upper Austrian Youth Hostel Association
After more than four decades of commitment, responsibility and humanity, our long-standing colleague Antonia Witzani retired in August 2025. Since 11 April 1983 – an incredible 42 years, or more than 15,000 days […]
[Blog] Rising Costs of School Ski Trips: Youth Hostels Offer Socially Responsible, Non-Profit Alternatives
In light of recent media reports showing that an increasing number of school classes are cancelling traditional ski trips due to rising costs, the Austrian Youth Hostel Organisations ÖJHW and ÖJHV emphasise the […]
[Blog] Discover Austria with Austrian Youth Hostels – Cities, Nature & Active Experiences
Austria is a country of contrasts: historic cities, alpine landscapes, crystal-clear lakes and regions that invite travellers to stay active and connected all year round. With Austrian Youth Hostels, guests experience Austria in […]
Merry Christmas!
We take a break. Our office and member service at Zelinkagasse 12 is closed from 24.12.2025 to 06.01.2026. From 07.01.2026 we are back for you! We wish you a Merry Christmas and a good […]
Youth Hostel Membership Card 2026 available
Our new Youth Hostel membership card for 2026 is here! Valid from now until 31.12.2026! With the Youth Hostel Card you are able to save at least 10% in the HI Hostels and […]
Notice regarding SEPA payment verification
Since October 9, 2025, a new recipient verification applies to SEPA bank transfers. When transferring your membership fee, a warning message may therefore appear. Please note: The payment will still be processed correctly. […]
New guest information posters in the Youth Hostels in Carinthia
To help you find your way around even more easily, our Youth and Family Hostels in Klagenfurt, Cap Wörth, Villach and Heiligenblut now feature new, multilingual information posters. These posters provide a clear […]
Renovation Completed: New Community Bathrooms at the Youth Hostel Vienna Brigittenau
After an intensive construction phase with extensive planning and great dedication, the time has finally come: The modernized communal bathrooms at Jugendgästehaus Wien Brigittenau are now complete and available to our guests! More […]
