100 years of youth hostels, 10 euro silver coin 2009, proof

The 10 euro silver coin from 2009 was minted on the occasion of the anniversary "100 years of youth hostels" in polished plate. It has a diameter of 32.5 mm and a weight of 18 grams. The 10 euro silver coin is made of 925/000 silver.

Youth hostels are represented across Germany. With around 530 youth hostels, the German Youth Hostel Association is the largest provider of youth accommodation. A large number of youth hostels have developed a special offer profile; the profiles

• "Environment | Youth Hostel",
• "Sport | Youth Hostel",
• "Families | Youth Hostel",
• "Culture | Youth Hostel" and
• "Well done"

work with their own quality management for different groups of guests. A large number of youth hostels offer special services for different groups of guests. People with disabilities are particularly welcome - almost all youth hostels have areas that are suitable for physically handicapped guests.

Motif of the 10 euro silver coin

The face of the 10 euro silver coin shows the youth hostel in Altena Castle in Westphalia, surrounded by triangles based on the logo of the German Youth Hostel Association.