About us

The Luxembourg Youth Hostels are a non-profit association (ASBL) that belongs to Hostelling International, an international federation comprising more than 2,300 youth hostels in 58 countries worldwide.

The youth hostel network has continued to evolve. These establishments have become an integral part of their local environments, occupying a vital place in the social, cultural and economic fabric of different regions. Remaining true to their original objectives, they have become reliable partners in youth and social tourism and continuing education.

In addition to offering accommodation for schools, clubs, groups, families and hikers, youth hostels provide balanced meals featuring regional and fairtrade produce. They also offer a variety of leisure activities and have the infrastructure necessary to host conferences and children’s birthday parties. The age restriction has been lifted, making youth hostels accessible to people of all ages.

Additionally, the administrative headquarters of the youth hostels manages nurseries, after-school clubs and youth centres, where almost 1,000 children are cared for daily by educators from the non-profit organisation.

The association’s mission includes:

• The aim is to promote social, sporting and educational tourism, particularly for young people, families and children.
• We aim to establish, maintain and manage youth hostels, accommodation centres, training centres and activity and entertainment centres in the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg.
• We encourage young people of all origins, nationalities, genders, religions and political opinions to meet without distinction.
• We organise educational stays in youth hostels and promote extracurricular activities connected with our hostels.

In an increasingly interconnected and globalised world, the concept of open encounters between cultures and peaceful coexistence between people of different nationalities is becoming ever more important. The youth hostel movement remains true to its origins, navigating the balance between idealism and professionalisation, and between economic constraints and the specific mission set out in its statutes. The aim is to continue offering an experience that goes far beyond simply providing accommodation and breakfast.

Luxembourg has had youth hostels for over 90 years, and they have been around for almost 120 years worldwide.

The history of youth hostels began in Germany in 1909, when a group of schoolchildren and their teacher, Richard Schirrman, took shelter in an old building during a storm while out hiking. Schirrman searched for a long time before finding the old, disused school. This is how the German, and later international, youth hostel network came into being. If you would like to learn more about the history of our association and the wider movement, please read our blog article.

Did you know that the international federation is the largest organisation in the world with over 2.63 million members?

The Luxembourg youth hostel network is also affiliated with the world’s largest youth hostel association. Today, over 2,300 hostels worldwide share Hostelling International’s mission and values, which aim to make travel more sustainable and accessible.

Therefore, membership with us is doubly worthwhile. When you join our association, you also become a Hostelling International member and gain access to youth hostels worldwide. What’s more, you will enjoy many other benefits that will make your trip an unforgettable experience.

Support our non-profit organisations in over 58 countries and travel sustainably around the world.