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  • The Waldeck Youth Hostel on Lake Edersee is idyllically situated on a green meadow overlooking wooded hills. The large building with its numerous windows offers a welcoming atmosphere for guests.
  • Aerial view of a picturesque marina on Lake Edersee, near the Waldeck Youth Hostel. Numerous boats are neatly moored at the docks, while several buildings are located adjacent.
  • Several children are relaxing outside in sunny weather, presumably during a break or leisure activity at the Waldeck Youth Hostel on Lake Edersee. Two children can be seen in the foreground – one with a hand on his head, the other looking sideways with a slight smile.
  • A white sailboat glides serenely across Lake Edersee, reflected in the clear water. In the background, several buildings can be seen, nestled in a green, wooded hilly landscape. The sky is slightly cloudy, underscoring the peaceful mood of the scene.
  • A child stands on a round nest swing attached to a green metal frame. Wearing a pink sweater and blue jeans, he appears to be enjoying the moment at the playground.
  • Two children sit happily in a boat.

Youth Hostel Waldeck am Edersee

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  3. Waldeck am Edersee
The Waldeck Youth Hostel on Lake Edersee is idyllically situated on a green meadow overlooking wooded hills. The large building with its numerous windows offers a welcoming atmosphere for guests.
Aerial view of a picturesque marina on Lake Edersee, near the Waldeck Youth Hostel. Numerous boats are neatly moored at the docks, while several buildings are located adjacent.
Several children are relaxing outside in sunny weather, presumably during a break or leisure activity at the Waldeck Youth Hostel on Lake Edersee. Two children can be seen in the foreground – one with a hand on his head, the other looking sideways with a slight smile.
A white sailboat glides serenely across Lake Edersee, reflected in the clear water. In the background, several buildings can be seen, nestled in a green, wooded hilly landscape. The sky is slightly cloudy, underscoring the peaceful mood of the scene.
A child stands on a round nest swing attached to a green metal frame. Wearing a pink sweater and blue jeans, he appears to be enjoying the moment at the playground.
  • The Waldeck Youth Hostel on Lake Edersee is idyllically situated on a green meadow overlooking wooded hills. The large building with its numerous windows offers a welcoming atmosphere for guests.
  • Aerial view of a picturesque marina on Lake Edersee, near the Waldeck Youth Hostel. Numerous boats are neatly moored at the docks, while several buildings are located adjacent.
  • Several children are relaxing outside in sunny weather, presumably during a break or leisure activity at the Waldeck Youth Hostel on Lake Edersee. Two children can be seen in the foreground – one with a hand on his head, the other looking sideways with a slight smile.
  • A white sailboat glides serenely across Lake Edersee, reflected in the clear water. In the background, several buildings can be seen, nestled in a green, wooded hilly landscape. The sky is slightly cloudy, underscoring the peaceful mood of the scene.
  • A child stands on a round nest swing attached to a green metal frame. Wearing a pink sweater and blue jeans, he appears to be enjoying the moment at the playground.
  • Two children sit happily in a boat.

Portrait

Highlights

  • In the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park
  • Programs focusing on nature and sports
  • Large sports and recreational area

Equipment

standard
certified as Environmental|Youth Hostel Environmental|Youth Hostel
certified for meetings
certified for families
certified for music groups
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
    • campground
    • canoe rental
    • community-TV
    • dog rooms: 6
    • dogs are welcome
    • dryer
    • Spoken languages:
      english, german, russian, Dutch

    Guest services

    • board game rental
    • campground
    • canoe rental
    • community-TV
    • dog rooms: 6
    • dogs are welcome
    • dryer
    • Spoken languages:
      english, german, russian, Dutch
    • free parking on premises: 20
    • luggage storage
    • reading room
    • washing machine
    • WiFi access in public spaces for free
    • WiFi access in the meeting rooms for free

  • Food & Drinks

    • breakfast buffet from 8.00 a.m. to 10.00 a.m.
    • lunch from 12.00 p.m. to 1.30 p.m.
    • packed lunch
    • dinner from 6.00 p.m. to 7.30 p.m.
    • half board
    • full board
    • regional cuisine
    • gluten free food on request

    Food & Drinks

    • breakfast buffet from 8.00 a.m. to 10.00 a.m.
    • lunch from 12.00 p.m. to 1.30 p.m.
    • packed lunch
    • dinner from 6.00 p.m. to 7.30 p.m.
    • half board
    • full board
    • regional cuisine
    • gluten free food on request
    • other catering requests on request
    • free water and tea
    • barbecue evening
    • BBQ package to grill yourself
    • food / dining events on request
    • microwave
    • vegetarian dishes daily
    • vegan dishes on request

  • For cyclists

    • bike rental (2 km)
    • drying room
    • e-bike rental (2 km)
    • places in lockable bike room: 8

  • For families

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

  • For wheelchair users

    • wheelchair friendly community area
    • wheelchair friendly meeting rooms

  • Outdoor

    • BBQ area
    • campfire site
    • fenced area
    • outdoor table tennis
    • patio
    • playground and lawn
    • soccer field

Prices

Room equipment

159 beds in 34 rooms

  • outdoor area of the youth-hostel Waldeck am Edersee
  • outdoor area of the youth-hostel Waldeck am Edersee
  • outdoor area of the youth-hostel Waldeck am Edersee
  • outdoor area of the youth-hostel Waldeck am Edersee
  • outdoor area of the youth-hostel Waldeck am Edersee
  • single and double rooms of the youth-hostel Waldeck am Edersee
  • dorm rooms of the youth-hostel Waldeck am Edersee
  • dorm rooms of the youth-hostel Waldeck am Edersee
  • dining room of the youth-hostel Waldeck am Edersee
  • dining room of the youth-hostel Waldeck am Edersee
  • dining room of the youth-hostel Waldeck am Edersee
  • play and craft room of the youth-hostel Waldeck am Edersee
  • play and craft room of the youth-hostel Waldeck am Edersee
  • play and craft room of the youth-hostel Waldeck am Edersee
  • meeting rooms of the youth-hostel Waldeck am Edersee

Meetings

Room Floor space Max. number of participants Floor Rent per day off
cinema parliament block U-shaped block circle
TR 5 (sechseckiger Raum) 90 sqm 95 50 40 24 65 Ground floor € 100.00
TR 4 (sechseckiger Raum) 90 sqm 80 45 40 24 60 Basement € 100.00
TR 3 45 sqm 40 30 30 12 30 Basement € 50.00
TR 2 21 sqm 20 16 12 8 10 Basement € 30.00

Conference equipment

CD player, DVD player, flip chart, free wifi, microphone system, pin board, projector, screen, speaker's desk, TV set, video recorder

  • seminar rooms hp-meetings--1

Rehearsals

Room Floor space Height Max. number of participants Floor Daylight Rent per day off
Choir Orchestra
TR 5 (sechseckiger Raum) 90 sqm - 95 65 - yes € 100.00
TR 4 (sechseckiger Raum) 90 sqm - 80 60 - yes € 100.00
TR 3 45 sqm - 40 25 - yes € 50.00
TR 2 21 sqm - 20 7 - yes € 30.00

Rehearsal room equipment

digital piano, stereo / PA equipment

  • rehearsal rooms hp-meetings--1

Activities

  • Three children play football in front of the Waldeck youth hostel

    Football pitch with small goals

  • A group plays volleyball

    Volleyball court

  • Playground with climbing frame at the Edersee

    Playground

  • Open grassy area for lying and playing

    Playground, lawn and bathing area

  • Hiking boots on a grassy area

    Hiking trails

    e.g. Urwaldsteig, Knorreichensteig and much more.

  • Small harbor with sailboats

    Sailing school

    Distance: 400 meters

  • Waldeck Castle on a mountain viewed from a distance

    Waldeck Castle

    Distance approx. 4 km

  • An upside-down house

    The Great House

    Distance: approx. 9 km

  • Aerial view of the dam at Edersee

    Edersee Dam

    Distance: approx. 8 km

  • Aerial view of the Edersee with a large ship

    Boat trip on the Edersee

    Distance: 400 m

  • Aerial view of the large Edersee and the surrounding nature

    Hiking in the National Park

    The youth hostel is a partner of the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park and is part of the network of national natural lan

  • Aerial view of the National Park Center. A modern-looking white building surrounded by nature.

    Kellerwald National Park Center

    Distance: approx. 18 km

  • Children examining medieval stone art

    Medieval Hanseatic town of Korbach

    Distance: 23 km

  • Aerial view of the ski jump in Willingen

    Mühlenkopfschanze near Willingen

  • Aerial view of Bergpark Wilhelmshöhe in Kassel

    Bergpark Wilhelmshöhe

    Distance: approx. 45 km

Location and arrival

City center and closest stops
Town centre: 2.5 km
Bus: Waldeck-Mitte (0.2 km)
Railway station: Bad Wildungen (18 km)
Opening times

The house is open 8.00 a.m. - 8.30 p.m.

The reception is open 8.30 a.m. - 8.30 p.m.

Check-in 4.00 p.m. - 8.00 p.m.

contact

Youth Hostel Waldeck am Edersee

Klippenberg 3 · 34513 Waldeck

Tel. +49 5623 5313 ·

Management: Marjolijn Lammers

Agency: LVB Hessen

Ratings from our guests

4.6 of 5 (149 Customer ratings)
4.7 Service
4.6 Catering
4.5 Facilities
4.5 Tidiness

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