Class Bonding Days for School Classes
Validity: School Year 2025/2026 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 […]
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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 […]
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 […]
Holiday camp 2026 in Velden Cap Wörth
This year once again, we are offering supervised holiday weeks full of adventure and fun in Cap Wörth in Velden am Wörthersee, in cooperation with the Carinthian Provincial Youth Department and the Carinthian […]
[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. […]
The magic of Advent in the Salzkammergut
The Salzkammergut region is the ideal place to spend a weekend before Christmas. The towns are enlightened and maybe there is snow. If it is very cold a glass of mulled wine and […]
Advent Magic in Carinthia
Spend the most wonderful time of the year in the Youth and Family Hostels in Carinthia! Experience magical Advent days and discover the enchanting Christmas markets in Klagenfurt, Villach, and Velden! Surrounded by […]
Ski offer for the family in Villach – Gerlitzen Alpe
Carinthia • Inexpensive ski offer for families • Gerlitzen Alpe can be easily reached by car • 2 or 3 nights in the Youth Hostel Villach Season: November-April (depending on weather) Prices p.P.: […]
