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  • In the foreground, a beach volleyball court with sand and a yellow net. In the background is the Bayreuth youth hostel with a modern facade in green and gray tones and multiple windows. The area is surrounded by trees and greenery. © Robert Pupeter
  • A wheelchair user is waiting in front of the open elevator at the Bayreuth youth hostel. Part of the wheelchair and one arm of the person are visible. A sign on the wall next to the elevator lists the floors and their corresponding facilities: “0 Rooms, Reception, Bistro”, “1 Dining Hall, Cafeteria”, “2 Management, Conference Room, Lounge”. © Hans Herbig Photography
  • Interior view of the lobby at the Bayreuth youth hostel. A wide staircase with yellow-marked step edges leads upward. Below the stairs are several yellow and orange seating cubes with people sitting on them. The space has an open and modern design. © Hans Herbig Photography

Youth Hostel Bayreuth

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In the foreground, a beach volleyball court with sand and a yellow net. In the background is the Bayreuth youth hostel with a modern facade in green and gray tones and multiple windows. The area is surrounded by trees and greenery. © Robert Pupeter
A wheelchair user is waiting in front of the open elevator at the Bayreuth youth hostel. Part of the wheelchair and one arm of the person are visible. A sign on the wall next to the elevator lists the floors and their corresponding facilities: “0 Rooms, Reception, Bistro”, “1 Dining Hall, Cafeteria”, “2 Management, Conference Room, Lounge”. © Hans Herbig Photography
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  • In the foreground, a beach volleyball court with sand and a yellow net. In the background is the Bayreuth youth hostel with a modern facade in green and gray tones and multiple windows. The area is surrounded by trees and greenery. © Robert Pupeter
  • A wheelchair user is waiting in front of the open elevator at the Bayreuth youth hostel. Part of the wheelchair and one arm of the person are visible. A sign on the wall next to the elevator lists the floors and their corresponding facilities: “0 Rooms, Reception, Bistro”, “1 Dining Hall, Cafeteria”, “2 Management, Conference Room, Lounge”. © Hans Herbig Photography
  • Interior view of the lobby at the Bayreuth youth hostel. A wide staircase with yellow-marked step edges leads upward. Below the stairs are several yellow and orange seating cubes with people sitting on them. The space has an open and modern design. © Hans Herbig Photography

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Highlights

  • Integration, Inclusion, and Innovation
  • Large multifunctional sports field
  • 5 modern conference rooms

Equipment

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certified for meetings
certified for music groups
Accessible Germany Accessibility certified
bicycle-friendly accommodation Bett+Bike
awarded with the organic seal according to EU legislation organic seal
quality management - service with ideas and and passion smile - certified quality

Guest services

  • board game rental
  • charging station for e-cars
  • community-TV
  • dog rooms: 3
  • dogs are welcome
  • dryer
  • Spoken languages:
    english, german
  • free parking on premises: 18
  • indoor table tennis
  • kicker
  • luggage storage
  • washing machine
  • WiFi access in public spaces for free
  • WiFi access in the meeting rooms for free

Food & Drinks

  • breakfast buffet from 7.00 a.m. to 9.30 a.m.
  • lunch from 12.00 p.m. to 1.00 p.m.
  • packed lunch
  • dinner from 6.00 p.m. to 7.00 p.m.
  • half board
  • full board
  • veggieday Tuesday
  • organic quality
  • regional cuisine
  • gluten free food on request
  • gluten free & trained
  • other catering requests on request
  • water free
  • microwave
  • refrigerator
  • bar / lounge
  • vegetarian dishes daily
  • vegan dishes on request

For cyclists

  • bike rental (3 km)
  • E-bike charging station
  • maps
  • places in lockable bike room: 25
  • repair service

For families

  • (baby) bottle warmer
  • baby changing
  • babyphone
  • high chair for children
  • play room / play corner
  • toddler beds

For cyclists

  • bike rental (3 km)
  • E-bike charging station
  • maps
  • places in lockable bike room: 25
  • repair service

For families

  • (baby) bottle warmer
  • baby changing
  • babyphone
  • high chair for children
  • play room / play corner
  • toddler beds

For wheelchair users

  • disabled parking space: 2
  • lift
  • stepless access to the building
  • wheelchair accessible rooms with en suite bathroom: 1
  • wheelchair friendly community area
  • wheelchair friendly meeting rooms
  • wheelchair friendly outside
  • wheelchair friendly rooms with en suite bathroom: 14

Outdoor

  • badminton court
  • basketball court or hoop
  • beach- or volleyball court
  • campfire site
  • football ground
  • outdoor table tennis
  • patio
  • playground and lawn
  • soccer field
  • sports ground

For wheelchair users

  • disabled parking space: 2
  • lift
  • stepless access to the building
  • wheelchair accessible rooms with en suite bathroom: 1
  • wheelchair friendly community area
  • wheelchair friendly meeting rooms
  • wheelchair friendly outside
  • wheelchair friendly rooms with en suite bathroom: 14

Outdoor

  • badminton court
  • basketball court or hoop
  • beach- or volleyball court
  • campfire site
  • football ground
  • outdoor table tennis
  • patio
  • playground and lawn
  • soccer field
  • sports ground

Prices

Room equipment

180 beds in 45 rooms

  • Twin room in the Bayreuth youth hostel with two single beds, white bedding, and wooden frames. The beds are placed against a green wall and have drawers underneath. A small wooden table is positioned between the beds. One view shows the room door, the other a window with curtains letting in daylight.

    Twin room

    • 2 single beds
    • Shower and toilet in the room
    • Sink in the room
    • Folding table, stool, drawers
  • Twin room in the Bayreuth youth hostel with two single beds, white bedding, and wooden frames. The beds are placed against a green wall and have drawers underneath. A small wooden table is positioned between the beds. One view shows the room door, the other a window with curtains letting in daylight.

    Twin room

    • 2 single beds
    • Shower and toilet in the room
    • Sink in the room
    • Folding table, stool, drawers
  • Four-bed room in the Bayreuth youth hostel with two single beds on the left side and two wall-integrated bunk beds on the right. All beds are made of light-colored wood and have white bedding. The walls feature a mix of natural wood and bright green accents. At the far end of the room, a window with blue curtains lets in natural light.

    Four-bed Room

    • Partially bunk beds
    • At least 2 single beds
    • Shower/WC & sink in the room
    • Folding table, stool, drawers
  • Two views of a six-bed room in the Bayreuth youth hostel. The room features three light wood bunk beds on each side, providing a total of six sleeping places. The walls are painted green. Each bed has its own reading light and storage space underneath. A large window at the end of the room lets in natural light. There is an open area in the center of the room.

    Six-bed room

    • Partially bunk beds
    • At least 2 single beds
    • Shower/WC & sink in the room
    • Folding table, stool, drawers
  • Two views of a six-bed room in the Bayreuth youth hostel. The room features three light wood bunk beds on each side, providing a total of six sleeping places. The walls are painted green. Each bed has its own reading light and storage space underneath. A large window at the end of the room lets in natural light. There is an open area in the center of the room.

    Six-bed room

    • Partially bunk beds
    • At least 2 single beds
    • Shower/WC & sink in the room
    • Folding table, stool, drawers
  • Four different conference rooms in the Bayreuth youth hostel with various furniture arrangements: One room with tables and chairs in rows facing a wall with a whiteboard; another with group tables, an orange accent wall, and a whiteboard; a third with a flip chart, a table with equipment, and a whiteboard on an orange wall; and a fourth room with tables arranged in a U-shape and chairs facing the center.

    Conference hall

    • Approximately 160 m²
    • Up to 150 people
    • Technology & catering
    • Free Wi-Fi
  • Four different conference rooms in the Bayreuth youth hostel with various furniture arrangements: One room with tables and chairs in rows facing a wall with a whiteboard; another with group tables, an orange accent wall, and a whiteboard; a third with a flip chart, a table with equipment, and a whiteboard on an orange wall; and a fourth room with tables arranged in a U-shape and chairs facing the center.

    Conference hall

    • Approximately 160 m²
    • Up to 150 people
    • Technology & catering
    • Free Wi-Fi
  • Four different conference rooms in the Bayreuth youth hostel with various furniture arrangements: One room with tables and chairs in rows facing a wall with a whiteboard; another with group tables, an orange accent wall, and a whiteboard; a third with a flip chart, a table with equipment, and a whiteboard on an orange wall; and a fourth room with tables arranged in a U-shape and chairs facing the center.

    Conference hall

    • Approximately 160 m²
    • Up to 150 people
    • Technology & catering
    • Free Wi-Fi
  • Four different conference rooms in the Bayreuth youth hostel with various furniture arrangements: One room with tables and chairs in rows facing a wall with a whiteboard; another with group tables, an orange accent wall, and a whiteboard; a third with a flip chart, a table with equipment, and a whiteboard on an orange wall; and a fourth room with tables arranged in a U-shape and chairs facing the center.

    Conference hall

    • Approximately 160 m²
    • Up to 150 people
    • Technology & catering
    • Free Wi-Fi
  • Three photos from the inclusive youth hostel in Bayreuth: A man in a wheelchair is in front of a large elevator. A wheelchair-accessible bathroom with green walls features grab bars and an accessible sink. An accessible room with green walls includes two beds and wooden furniture designed for accessibility.

    Inclusion

    • Barrier-free access
    • Elevator
    • Partly wheelchair-accessible
    • Access to all seminar rooms
  • Three photos from the inclusive youth hostel in Bayreuth: A man in a wheelchair is in front of a large elevator. A wheelchair-accessible bathroom with green walls features grab bars and an accessible sink. An accessible room with green walls includes two beds and wooden furniture designed for accessibility.

    Inclusion

    • Barrier-free access
    • Elevator
    • Partly wheelchair-accessible
    • Access to all seminar rooms
  • Three photos from the inclusive youth hostel in Bayreuth: A man in a wheelchair is in front of a large elevator. A wheelchair-accessible bathroom with green walls features grab bars and an accessible sink. An accessible room with green walls includes two beds and wooden furniture designed for accessibility.

    Inclusion

    • Barrier-free access
    • Elevator
    • Partly wheelchair-accessible
    • Access to all seminar rooms
  • Modern lobby and reception area of the Bayreuth Youth Hostel with yellow accents. A staircase with a printed map of Bavaria leads upward. There are brown benches and yellow cube seats. The reception desk is visible with several people standing in front of it. The floor is concrete, and large windows let in natural light.

    Lobby and reception

    • Seating cubes
    • Spacious staircase
  • Modern lobby and reception area of the Bayreuth Youth Hostel with yellow accents. A staircase with a printed map of Bavaria leads upward. There are brown benches and yellow cube seats. The reception desk is visible with several people standing in front of it. The floor is concrete, and large windows let in natural light.

    Lobby and reception

    • Seating cubes
    • Spacious staircase
  • Four outdoor views of the Bayreuth Youth Hostel: A terrace with wooden flooring and curved white railings where several people are seated; a multifunctional field with green artificial turf, surrounded by trees and a fence; a beach volleyball court with sand, yellow posts, and a net in front of a modern building; and a rooftop terrace with seating areas and plants.

    Outdoor area

    • Multifunctional field
    • Beach volleyball
    • Rooftop terrace
    • Electric car charging stations
  • Four outdoor views of the Bayreuth Youth Hostel: A terrace with wooden flooring and curved white railings where several people are seated; a multifunctional field with green artificial turf, surrounded by trees and a fence; a beach volleyball court with sand, yellow posts, and a net in front of a modern building; and a rooftop terrace with seating areas and plants.

    Outdoor area

    • Multifunctional field
    • Beach volleyball
    • Rooftop terrace
    • Electric car charging stations
  • Four outdoor views of the Bayreuth Youth Hostel: A terrace with wooden flooring and curved white railings where several people are seated; a multifunctional field with green artificial turf, surrounded by trees and a fence; a beach volleyball court with sand, yellow posts, and a net in front of a modern building; and a rooftop terrace with seating areas and plants.

    Outdoor area

    • Multifunctional field
    • Beach volleyball
    • Rooftop terrace
    • Electric car charging stations
  • Four outdoor views of the Bayreuth Youth Hostel: A terrace with wooden flooring and curved white railings where several people are seated; a multifunctional field with green artificial turf, surrounded by trees and a fence; a beach volleyball court with sand, yellow posts, and a net in front of a modern building; and a rooftop terrace with seating areas and plants.

    Outdoor area

    • Multifunctional field
    • Beach volleyball
    • Rooftop terrace
    • Electric car charging stations
  • The dining hall of the Bayreuth Youth Hostel is shown in two views. Both images depict a modern room with large windows that allow plenty of daylight to enter. The walls are made of exposed concrete, and the ceiling features round, glowing lamps. Numerous wooden tables and yellow chairs are evenly distributed throughout the room.

    Dining room

    • Space for approx. 120 people
    • Organic components
    • Meals from the buffet
  • The dining hall of the Bayreuth Youth Hostel is shown in two views. Both images depict a modern room with large windows that allow plenty of daylight to enter. The walls are made of exposed concrete, and the ceiling features round, glowing lamps. Numerous wooden tables and yellow chairs are evenly distributed throughout the room.

    Dining room

    • Space for approx. 120 people
    • Organic components
    • Meals from the buffet
  • Three views of the Family Lounge in the Bayreuth Youth Hostel: A play area with a ball pit, a small slide, and a stuffed animal on the floor; a seating area with yellow chairs, tables, and a foosball table; and an entrance sign reading “FAMILIEN LOUNGE FAMILY LOUNGE” with additional German text.

    Family Lounge

    • Various gaming options
    • Ball pit
    • Access to the terrace
  • Three views of the Family Lounge in the Bayreuth Youth Hostel: A play area with a ball pit, a small slide, and a stuffed animal on the floor; a seating area with yellow chairs, tables, and a foosball table; and an entrance sign reading “FAMILIEN LOUNGE FAMILY LOUNGE” with additional German text.

    Family Lounge

    • Various gaming options
    • Ball pit
    • Access to the terrace
  • Three views of the Family Lounge in the Bayreuth Youth Hostel: A play area with a ball pit, a small slide, and a stuffed animal on the floor; a seating area with yellow chairs, tables, and a foosball table; and an entrance sign reading “FAMILIEN LOUNGE FAMILY LOUNGE” with additional German text.

    Family Lounge

    • Various gaming options
    • Ball pit
    • Access to the terrace

Meetings

Room Floor space
Max. number of participants
  • cinema
    cinema
  • parliament
    parliament
  • block
    block
  • U-shaped block
    U-shaped block
  • circle
    circle
 Floor Rent per day off
Prag 6 (1) 52 sqm 40 30 15 20 20 1 € 110.00
La Spezia (2) 54 sqm 40 30 15 20 20 1 € 110.00
Annecy (3) 52 sqm 40 30 15 20 20 1 € 110.00
Rudolstadt 52 sqm 40 30 15 20 20 1 € 110.00
Tekirdag 52 sqm 40 30 15 20 20 1 € 110.00
Seminarraum 1+2+3 160 sqm 120 90 45 60 60 1 € 299.00
Seminarraum 1+2 oder 2+3 106 sqm 80 60 30 40 40 1 € 220.00

Conference equipment

bluray player, copier, DVD player, Fax, flip chart, free wifi, internet access (WiFi), magnetic board, metaplan board, microphone system, pin board, presentation case, projector, screen, speaker's desk, stereo system, whiteboard, wireless microphone, Media boards, conference refrigerators, photocopying and fax facilities available during reception hours. Some conference technology may involve an additional fee. Please contact us in advance.

  • Bright seminar room equipped with modern conference technology in Bayreuth. hp-meetings--1
  • Students attentively following the lessons in the conference room. hp-meetings--2

Rehearsals

Room Floor space Height
Max. number of participants
  • Choir
  • Orchestra
 Floor Daylight Rent per day off
Prag 6 (1) 52 sqm 2.9 m 25 15 1 yes € 110.00
La Spezia (2) 54 sqm 2.9 m 25 15 1 yes € 110.00
Annecy (3) 52 sqm 2.9 m 25 15 1 yes € 110.00
Rudolstadt 52 sqm 2.9 m 25 15 1 yes € 110.00
Tekirdag 52 sqm 2.9 m 25 15 1 yes € 110.00
Seminarraum 1 + 2 + 3 160 sqm 2.9 m - - 1 yes € 299.00
Seminarraum 1+2 oder 2+3 106 sqm - - - 1 no € 220.00

Rehearsal room equipment

conductor's desk, stereo / PA equipment, Numerous musical instruments available (see the above list).

Staging options

staging options in the vicinity (3.0 km), recording studio in the vicinity (3.0 km)

  • Rehearsal weekends in Bayreuth hp-meetings--1
  • Making music at Youth Hostel Bayreuth hp-meetings--2

Activities

  • A child is lying in a ball pit filled with colorful plastic balls. The person's face is blurred, and they are wearing a green and white soccer jersey with the word "SOCCER" and a soccer ball emblem on it.

    Ball pit

    Here, children can play and frolic to their heart's content.

  • A finger skateboarding setup in the youth hostel Bayreuth. The setup includes a small ramp, stairs with railings, and a finger skateboard positioned on the ramp. The railings are red, and the stairs have "blackriver ramps" branding.

    Finger skateboard facility

    Let the finger skateboard navigate the course on the finger skateboard facility.

  • A table tennis paddle and ball are on a green table with a net in the background. The paddle has a red rubber surface and is positioned next to the white ball.

    Table tennis

    Play an exciting match of table tennis with friends, family, or other guests at the youth hostel.

  • A foosball table with several foosball player figures attached to rods. The figures are dressed in different colored uniforms, with some wearing yellow and blue, and others wearing red and white. The table has a green playing surface marked with white lines resembling a soccer field.

    Table football

    Play an exciting match of table football with friends, family, or other guests at the youth hostel.

  • A rooftop terrace at the youth hostel in Bayreuth. There are three people on the terrace: one person is jumping off a bean bag, another person is sitting on a deck chair, and the third person is in a wheelchair. The terrace has wooden railings, and trees can be seen in the background.

    Rooftop terrace

    The rooftop terrace provides ample space for playing, frolicking, or relaxing in the sun.

  • A multifunctional sports field designed for playing volleyball, football, and basketball. The field is surrounded by a fence and has markings for different sports. There are two basketball hoops on either side of the court, football goals at each end, and a net in the middle that can be used for volleyball. The surface of the field is green with white lines marking the boundaries and areas specific to each sport. Trees and greenery surround the sports field, providing a natural backdrop.

    Multifunctional sports field

    You can really get active on this multifunctional sports field for playing volleyball, football, and basketball.

  • A beach volleyball court at the youth hostel in Bayreuth. The court has a yellow and black net, with sand covering the playing area. In the background, there is the modern youth hostel with green and gray exterior walls, surrounded by trees and grass.

    Beach volleyball court

    Play an exciting match of beach volleyball with friends, family, or other guests at the youth hostel.

  • The Festspielhaus, also known as the Bayreuth Festival Theatre, which was designed by Richard Wagner. The building is characterized by its red brick facade with white accents and a large central entrance flanked by columns. The roof has a triangular pediment with decorative elements. In front of the building, there is a well-maintained garden with colorful flower beds arranged in geometric patterns and lush green grass. Trees surround the building on both sides, adding to the scenic beauty of the location.

    Richard Wagner's Festspielhaus

    Visit one of the largest opera stages in the world and let yourself be enchanted by the atmosphere.

    Richard Wagner's Festspielhaus
  • The Markgräfliches Opernhaus (Margravial Opera House) in Bayreuth, Germany. The building features a grand facade with classical architectural elements, including columns, statues on the roofline, and large arched windows. The structure is illuminated with warm lighting that highlights its intricate details. The surrounding area includes a cobblestone courtyard and street lamps. © Bayerische Schlösserverwaltung

    Margravial Opera House

    Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site, which is considered one of the most beautiful Baroque theaters in the world.

    Margravial Opera House
  • The interior of Teufelshöhle Pottenstein, a cave with various stalactites and stalagmites. The cave formations are illuminated by blue and orange lights, highlighting the intricate details of the rock structures. There is a metal railing visible in the background, indicating a pathway for visitors to explore the cave safely. © Tourismusbüro Pottenstein

    Devil's Cave in Pottenstein

    Embark on a journey into the mysterious underworld with numerous dripstone formations and a bear skeleton!

    Devil's Cave in Pottenstein
  • Three people are riding bicycles on a paved path in a park-like setting. There is a large tree with moss on its trunk in the foreground, and the path runs alongside a body of water. The background includes green grass, trees, and some bushes. The sky is partly cloudy.

    Bayreuth Cycle Ring

    Experience the beautiful nature on the Bayreuth Cycle Ring, a 150 km long cycling route.

    Bayreuth Cycle Ring
  • Two individuals climbing at Kletterwald Pottenstein. They are wearing safety harnesses and helmets while navigating through ropes and platforms suspended between trees. The background consists of tall trees and a clear blue sky. © DesignMaker - Kerstin Marr

    Pottenstein Climbing Forest

    Visit one of the largest climbing forests in Germany with numerous high-altitude courses.

    Pottenstein Climbing Forest
  • A group of people hiking on a forest trail. The trail is surrounded by lush green vegetation and trees. The hikers are walking uphill, and some are using trekking poles for support. The terrain appears rocky in some areas.

    Hiking

    Marvel at the beautiful nature of the Fichtel Mountains and Franconian Switzerland on the numerous hiking trails.

    Hiking in the Fichtel Mountains

Location and arrival

Town centre: 1.5 km
Bus: Kreuzsteinbad, Mensa, Prieserstraße (Lines: 304, 306, 310) (0.6 km)
Railway station: Bayreuth main station (2.5 km)
Airport: Nuremberg (84 km)

The house is open 7.00 a.m. - 10.00 p.m.

The reception is open 7.00 a.m. - 11.00 a.m. , 3.00 p.m. - 10.00 p.m.

Check-in 3.00 p.m. - 10.00 p.m.

Please enter Universitätsstr. 30, Bayreuth as the navigation address.
There are 2 disabled parking spaces, 2 bus parking spaces and 3 parking spaces for electric vehicles with charging stations available.

contact

Youth Hostel Bayreuth

Universitätsstraße 28 · 95447 Bayreuth

Tel. +49 921 76438-0 ·

Management: Nadine Bock

Agency: Landesverband Bayern

Service-Center

Service & Booking Center der Jugendherbergen in Bayern

Mauerkircherstr. 5

81679 Munich

Phone +49 89 922098555

service.bayern@jugendherberge.de

Ratings from our guests

Superb 4.7 of 5
based on
567 Customer ratings
Service
4.7
Catering
4.6
Facilities
4.7
Tidiness
4.8

Reviews of the last 12 months in the DJH online feedback system: Guests are able to rate the youth hostel 4 days after departure.

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