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  • Building complex with red-tiled roofs and white facades on the shore of Lake Altmühl, surrounded by sparsely foliated trees. The buildings are reflected in the calm water, and the sky is clear and sunny.
  • Paved courtyard of the youth hostel in Gunzenhausen featuring a central tree, surrounded by buildings with multiple windows and doors. Plants line the walls, and a bench is placed near one of them.
  • Exterior view of the youth hostel in Gunzenhausen featuring a white-painted main building with a red roof and an adjacent half-timbered structure with wooden beams and plastered walls. Two people are walking on the sidewalk in front of the building.
  • Shoreline of Lake Altmühl near Gunzenhausen with grass in the foreground, a sandy beach section, and reeds on the left side. Two ducks swim near the shore, the lake has small waves and stretches toward the horizon under a cloudy sky.

Youth Hostel Gunzenhausen am Altmühlsee

Building complex with red-tiled roofs and white facades on the shore of Lake Altmühl, surrounded by sparsely foliated trees. The buildings are reflected in the calm water, and the sky is clear and sunny.
Paved courtyard of the youth hostel in Gunzenhausen featuring a central tree, surrounded by buildings with multiple windows and doors. Plants line the walls, and a bench is placed near one of them.
  • Building complex with red-tiled roofs and white facades on the shore of Lake Altmühl, surrounded by sparsely foliated trees. The buildings are reflected in the calm water, and the sky is clear and sunny.
  • Paved courtyard of the youth hostel in Gunzenhausen featuring a central tree, surrounded by buildings with multiple windows and doors. Plants line the walls, and a bench is placed near one of them.
  • Exterior view of the youth hostel in Gunzenhausen featuring a white-painted main building with a red roof and an adjacent half-timbered structure with wooden beams and plastered walls. Two people are walking on the sidewalk in front of the building.
  • Shoreline of Lake Altmühl near Gunzenhausen with grass in the foreground, a sandy beach section, and reeds on the left side. Two ducks swim near the shore, the lake has small waves and stretches toward the horizon under a cloudy sky.

Portrait

Highlights

  • Only 1 km from the Altmühlsee
  • Cozy inner courtyard
  • Conference facilities

Equipment

standard
certified for families
Accessible Germany Accessibility certified
bicycle-friendly accommodation Bett+Bike

  • Guest services

    • board game rental
    • charging station for e-cars
    • dog rooms: 2
    • dogs are welcome
    • dryer
    • Spoken languages:
      english, german
    • free parking on premises: 400
    • indoor table tennis

    Guest services

    • board game rental
    • charging station for e-cars
    • dog rooms: 2
    • dogs are welcome
    • dryer
    • Spoken languages:
      english, german
    • free parking on premises: 400
    • indoor table tennis
    • kicker
    • luggage storage
    • washing machine
    • WiFi access in public spaces for free

  • Food & Drinks

    • breakfast buffet from 7.30 a.m. to 9.30 a.m.
    • packed lunch
    • gluten free food on request
    • other catering requests on request
    • barbecue evening
    • food / dining events on request
    • refrigerator
    • vegetarian dishes daily

    Food & Drinks

    • breakfast buffet from 7.30 a.m. to 9.30 a.m.
    • packed lunch
    • gluten free food on request
    • other catering requests on request
    • barbecue evening
    • food / dining events on request
    • refrigerator
    • vegetarian dishes daily
    • vegan dishes on request

  • For cyclists

    • bike rental (0,3 km)
    • drying room
    • maps
    • places in lockable bike room: 30
    • repair service

  • For families

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

  • For wheelchair users

    • wheelchair friendly rooms with suitable shower/WC on the floor: 2

  • Outdoor

    • playground and lawn

Prices

Room equipment

137 beds in 33 rooms

  • Room with light brown walls and large windows covered with white curtains. Several black chairs are arranged around three white tables forming a U-shape. The floor is gray, and a framed picture of a tree hangs on one of the walls. © Schlungenhof

    Schlungenhof room

    • 45 m²
    • Up to 30 people
    • Free Wifi
    • Technology & catering
  • Conference room with a large rectangular table and black chairs. The room has light gray walls, two windows with teal curtains, and a framed picture on the wall. Ceiling lights and natural light create a bright atmosphere.

    Muhr room

    • 45 m²
    • Up to 30 people
    • Free Wifi
    • Technology & catering
  • Room with two wooden bunk beds, each with a ladder to the top bunk. The beds have purple mattresses, white bedding, and red triangular pillows. On the right side is a window with curtains, a radiator below it, and a desk with a chair next to it. The floor is wooden.

    1 - 7-bed rooms

    • Bunk beds, partly single beds
    • Partly shower & WC in the room
    • Sink and wardrobes
    • Partly desks and chairs
  • Dining hall with several hexagonal tables and wooden chairs. Each table has red placemats and black containers holding utensils, napkins, and condiments. Large windows with curtains allow natural light to enter, and a potted plant stands in the corner near a column.

    Dining Room

    • Organic components
    • Meals from the buffet

Meetings

Room Floor space Max. number of participants Floor Rent per day off
cinema parliament block U-shaped block circle
Schlungenhof 45 sqm 30 25 20 18 20 1 € 50.00
Muhr 45 sqm 30 25 20 18 20 2 € 50.00
Mehrzweckraum 95 sqm 50 30 - - - Basement € 100.00
Rothsee 30 sqm 20 20 - - - Ground floor € 30.00
Hahnenkamm (Stadthalle) 100 sqm 75 24 - 18 - Ground floor upon request
Altmühltal (Stadthalle) 105 sqm 108 34 - 24 - Ground floor upon request

Conference equipment

bluray player, CD player, copier, DVD player, Fax, flip chart, free wifi, magnetic board, metaplan board, multi-function board, overhead projector, pin board, presentation case, projector, TV set, whiteboard

  • Bright conference room at the Gunzenhausen Youth Hostel. hp-meetings--1
  • Seminar catering at the Gunzenhausen Youth Hostel. hp-meetings--2

Rehearsals

Room Floor space Height Max. number of participants Floor Daylight Rent per day off
Choir Orchestra
Schlungenhof 45 sqm 2.5 m 25 15 1 yes € 50.00
Muhr 45 sqm 2.5 m 25 15 2 yes € 50.00
Mehrzweckraum 95 sqm 2.5 m 35 20 Basement no € 100.00
Rothsee 30 sqm - 8 8 - yes € 30.00
Hahnenkamm (Stadthalle) 100 sqm - 60 60 Ground floor yes upon request
Altmühltal (Stadthalle) 105 sqm - 60 60 Ground floor yes upon request

Rehearsal room equipment

stereo / PA equipment

Staging options

staging options in the vicinity (1.5 km), recording studio in the vicinity (18.0 km)

Activities

  • A person jumps with arms extended to hit a red volleyball over a net. The game takes place outdoors, with trees showing green and yellow foliage and a blue sky with a few clouds in the background.

    Volleyball

    Full power and team spirit on the volleyball court at the youth hostel.

    Volleyball
  • Row of blue bicycles parked in front of a building. A sign on the wall reads “SAN-aktiv-TOURS” along with logos for “HERCULES” and “WINORA.” A red heart-shaped sign says “Ein Herz für unseren Ludwigs-Tee.” Yellow triangular signs are attached to the handlebars of the bicycles. © SAN-aktiv-TOURS

    Bicycle Rental at SAN-aktiv-TOURS

    Excursions around the Altmühlsee and in the region with the bikes from San-aktiv-Tours.

    Bike rental
  • Historic Färberturm with a red conical roof in the town of Gunzenhausen, surrounded by colorful buildings. Numerous vibrant umbrellas hang above the street, creating a festive atmosphere. People are walking along the street. © Dietmar Denger

    Färberturm

    You can take a leisurely stroll through the medieval town and gain historical insights here.

    Färberturm
  • Serene view of Lake Altmühl with reflective water under a partly cloudy sky. In the foreground, a curved road is bordered by grassy areas and trees. The landscape features lush greenery with various types of trees and bushes, and the lake stretches toward distant hills in the background. © Dietmar Denger

    Landscape View of Lake Altmühl with Shor

    Swimming fun and beautiful excursions on the Altmühlsee can be found here.

    Altmühlsee
  • Group of people wearing life jackets and holding paddles gathered around two orange canoes. A banner above them reads “Canoe Rental at Brombach Lake.” © SAN-aktiv-TOURS

    Canoe rental

    Water fun with kayaking, canoe tours in large and small groups can be found here.

    Canoe rental
  • Room with multiple rows of metal bunk beds, each equipped with mattresses and pillows. The walls and ceiling are made of concrete, and the space is lit by fluorescent lights. No people are visible. © Hilfskrankenhaus Gunzenhausen

    Gunzenhausen auxiliary hospital

    Immerse yourself in the time of the Cold War and experience the auxiliary hospital in Gunzenhausen up close.

    Gunzenhausen auxiliary hospital
  • Beige backpack and black binoculars lying on green grass, surrounded by various plants. A green cloth is partially visible under the backpack.

    Hiking and walking trails

    Stroll through nature on the many hiking and walking trails.

    Hiking and walking trails
  • Group of people in Roman soldier costumes with helmets, red cloaks, and rectangular shields with yellow patterns standing around an informational board in a forest. Two other individuals in Roman-style civilian clothing are looking at the board. The scene depicts a historical tour or reenactment in the Burgstallwald forest. © Andreas Hub

    Roman tour

    Here you can explore the watchtower, the Devil's Wall and much more. Feel like a Roman!

    Roman tour
  • Entrance to Playmobil Fun Park featuring large Playmobil figures, including a pirate with a parrot. The setting resembles a castle with ivy-covered walls, flags, and banners. A sign above the entrance reads “Playmobil Fun Park.” © PLAYMOBIL-FunPark Pressestelle

    Playmobil Fun Park

    Here you can experience life-size Playmobil with lots of adventures.

    Playmobil Fun Park

Location and arrival

City center and closest stops
Town centre: 0.1 km
Bus: (0.1 km)
Railway station: Gunzenhausen (0.8 km)
Airport: Nuremberg (63 km)
Opening times

The house is open 8.00 a.m. - 7.00 p.m.

The reception is open 8.00 a.m. - 10.00 a.m. , 5.00 p.m. - 7.00 p.m.

Check-in 5.00 p.m. - 7.00 p.m.

Parking facilities bus / car

Parking at the hostel is only possible in exceptional cases by arrangement with the hostel management.
Free parking for buses and cars two minutes away from the youth hostel. Parking lot Zentrum West Gunzenhausen (Oettinger Straße 7, 91710 Gunzenhausen)

contact

Youth Hostel Gunzenhausen am Altmühlsee

Spitalstraße 3 · 91710 Gunzenhausen

Tel. +49 9831 6702-0 ·

Management: David Kogge

Agency: CVJM-Landesverband Bayern e.V.

Service-Center

Service & Booking Center der Jugendherbergen in Bayern

Mauerkircherstr. 5

81679 Munich

Phone +49 89 922098555

service.bayern@by.jugendherberge.de

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