Below the Lusen mountain, colourful forests, rushing streams and numerous rock formations await you. There you will also find the highest mountain village in the Bavarian Forest National Park. Just the right place for our Environment|Youth Hostel Neuschönau-Waldhäuser, the ideal accommodation for nature lovers and environmental explorers.

Mountains, wolves and the world from above
Marvel at the national park. Climb the Rachel and Lusen mountains and observe the many native animal species in the open-air area.
For cyclists there are over 200 kilometres of well-marked, cross-border cycle paths, enjoy the magnificent landscape of the national park.
Experience the world from above on the treetop walk!

Fun in the snow
When the snow covers the landscape, the fun begins for snow kings big and small. The ski lift is only 100 metres from our house.

Suitable for school trips
Our programmes also promise fun, adventure and action:
You can go alpine skiing, cross-country skiing, tobogganing or on snowshoe hikes.
Head up to the Lusen: there are mountains of experiences waiting for you and your class.
Between heaven, earth and wild animals, you can walk through the animal enclosure and along the treetop path.

For families and nature lovers
Our youth hostel is the ideal starting point for your days off. Spend the night in the historic Ameishof or the Lindenhof. As a family|youth hostel, we also offer everything you need for a successful family holiday.

With us you will learn to understand nature. Our hostel with its educational forest programmes is certified as an environmental youth hostel.
Our seminar rooms invite you to meet and rehearse.

The Waldhäuser Youth Hostel team looks forward to welcoming you.

We use pictures from Rainer Pöhlmann and the Finsterau Open Air Museum.