Description of the partner organizing/hosting the project:
A non-profit organization runs the Dana Cup, and the event is one of the world's largest international youth soccer tournaments.

Every year, in the last week of July, the soccer tournament brings together around 20.000 young people between 12 and 19 years old and their coaches. They come to Hjørring in northern Denmark from 45 different nations, representing 1000 football teams.

Dana Cup Week brings a great party in Hjørring, and the atmosphere is amazing! It is the fifth Work Camp at this huge sports event, and it was a great experience in 2018, 2019, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025. We are very excited about another camp in 2026.

Please read more about the event on the website: www.danacup.com

Description of work:
This Work Camp takes place during the Dana Cup, where the primary focus will be catering and kitchen assistance for around 20,000 football players from all over the world. The kitchen will be the heart of the camp’s daily work, and participants will play an important role in food preparation, serving, dishwashing, and keeping the kitchen area organized and running smoothly. It is a great opportunity to experience the energy of a large international tournament from behind the scenes, where teamwork and coordination are essential.

In addition to kitchen duties, there will also be opportunities to assist with other practical tasks. These may include helping with the establishment of event areas, maintenance of indoor and outdoor spaces, cleaning, painting accommodation cabins, repairing dormitories in Dana Cup Town, and supporting general logistics before and during the tournament.

The work is expected to be organized in two shifts between 08:00 and 21:00.

Børge Christensens Vej 12, 9800 Hjørring, Denmark

Description of location and leisure:
During your stay in Northern Jutland, you will have time to explore some unique nature and attractions in Denmark. You can, for example, arrange a day trip to Skagen, the most Northern tip of Denmark, where two oceans meet. Skagen is famous for the special light, which has attracted many painters, cozy yellow and red houses, and much more. You can also visit the city of Hjørring or take a day trip to Aalborg.
One of the neighboring towns, called Hirtshals, has the biggest Aquarium in Northern Europe. And in another neighboring town is the biggest summer amusement park in Denmark.

Your Work Camp leaders will help you and the group with organizing activities in your spare time. It is free to enjoy the beautiful nature of Northern Jutland, but some activities might require an extra charge. The host will not cover additional charges.

Meeting Point and Time: Meeting Point and Time:
Børge Christensens Vej 5, 9800 Hjørring
On July 15th, between 10:00-13:00.
If you arrive outside these hours, just let the host know, so that they can plan after it.

The meeting point is 20 min. walk from Hjørring East Station, or a 25 min walk from Hjørring Station. It is also possible to take a local bus from both places.

Arrival at Aalborg Airport:
To make it to your meeting point on time, your flight must arrive no later than 11:30 on the first camp day.
From the airport, you take a bus or train to Lindholm St. The bus departs every 30 min. From there, you can take the train to Hjørring East St. The train departs every hour. From Hjørring East St, it is a 20 min. walk to the meeting point.
Total travel time from the airport to the meeting point will be approximately 60-90 min. The travel cost from the airport to the meeting point is approx. 9€.

Arrival at Copenhagen Airport:
To make it to your meeting point on time, you will need to arrive the day before.
From the airport, you take a direct train to Aalborg Station. The train departs every hour. From Aalborg Station, you take a train directly to Hjørring Station. From there, it is a 25 min. walk to the meeting point. It is also possible to take a local bus.
Total travel time from the airport to the meeting point will be approximately 5 hours. The travel cost from the airport to the meeting point is approx. 60€.

Further details on travel arrangements and purchasing of train/bus tickets will be provided in your infosheet after acceptance.

If you cannot make it on time to the meeting point, please consider arriving one day early and booking a hostel.
The nearest airport: AAL
The nearest terminal (train-, bus-, taxi station): Hjørring East train station or Hjørring train station

Description of accommodation and food:
Sleeping + bathroom facilities:
Participants sleep in tents, and we will provide the linens, duvets, etc. Participants are, of course, welcome to bring their sleeping bags or similar if needed or wished upon. There are both baths and toilets available. Laundry facilities are available for free.

Meals + kitchen facilities:
The host will provide breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and the volunteers will be eating with other volunteers and event participants. Vegetarian and vegan food will be provided.

English

* 현장납부비용 : 100 EUR
Number of total volunteers: 16
Number of places available for male volunteers: 9
Number of places available for female volunteers: 7
Maximum number of volunteers per nationality: 3
Maximum number of teenager volunteers: 0
Maximum number of national (local) volunteers: 0
Extra fee: 100 EUR
First Language: English
Participation of volunteers with disabilities: No
Available vegetarian food: Yes
Description of specific requirements: English will be the only language spoken. All participants must be willing to speak English, even though they are from the same country or have trouble with the English language. Try your best!

Unfortunately, the job involves some physical work and therefore we cannot offer any work to volunteers with disabilities. Participants must be willing to do manual work, work that is for the most part outdoors.

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Description of the partner organizing/hosting the project:
Legambiente Basilicata was founded in 1990 and brings together all the association's local groups in the region. Environmental and biodiversity protection, scientific environmentalism and the fight against oil exploitation in Basilicata are the main battles of the regional association. Legambiente Basilicata is also involved in environmental education activities (in schools of all levels) and the dissemination of the values of peace, non-violence, hospitality and social solidarity in the region. Volunteer camps are an important tool to make our activities known also outside the region and to implement projects for the protection and care of the territory, thanks to national and international volunteers.

Description of work:
During this camp, volunteers will be engaged in maintenance and care works on the paths within the protected area of the Appennino Lucano Val d'Agri Lagonegrese National Park and the village of Sasso di Castalda. In particular, the camp will focus on the Basilicata Frassati Path (within the protected area) and the Sentiero dell'Ascolto (Listening Path) (within the village). Alongside the path maintenance activities, there will also be activities to learn more about the climate crisis and get to know the area that will host the international volunteer camp; there will also be activities to get to know the local Legambiente groups active in the Basilicata region.

Sasso di Castalda

Description of location and leisure:
The village of Sasso di Castalda is one of the 29 municipalities that make up the Lucano Val d'Agri Lagonegrese Apennine Park, nestled in the mountains of the Basilicata region. The village is located at an altitude of 949 m a.s.l. and is surrounded by woods and beech forests, criss-crossed by easy-to-travel paths immersed in nature. The territory of Sasso di Castalda has been inhabited since Roman times, although the village was officially founded around 1068 A.D. as a stronghold of the Normans. Volunteers can reach Potenza (the regional capital of Basilicata) and then travel to Sasso di Castalda by shuttles organised by the host association. It is possible to reach Potenza by train (Trenitalia ‘Potenza Centrale’ station) or by bus from Rome, Naples or Foggia. The nearest airports are Naples Capodichino, Bari Palese and Rome Fiumicino international airport. It's preferable to arrive in Potenza in the 3:00 to 5:00 p.m

Meeting Point and Time: Potenza Centrale train station, first day of workcamp at 5pm
The nearest airport: BRI
The nearest terminal (train-, bus-, taxi station): Potenza Centrale

Description of accommodation and food:
Volunteers will be accommodated in an Environmental Education Centre, with self-managed kitchen. Meals will be mainly vegetarian/vegan. Accommodation is also equipped with a washing machine.

English

Number of total volunteers: 15
Number of places available for male volunteers: 7
Number of places available for female volunteers: 8
Maximum number of volunteers per nationality: 0
Maximum number of teenager volunteers: 0
Maximum number of national (local) volunteers: 0
First Language: English
Participation of volunteers with disabilities: No
Available vegetarian food: Yes
Description of specific requirements: Aptitude for manual work, hiking in the forest and working in a team.

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Description of the partner organizing/hosting the project:
The General Directorate of Youth of the Community of Madrid is the public body responsible for the design, management, and coordination of youth policies in the region.
It develops programs, resources, and services aimed at youth participation, non-formal education, international mobility, and the social inclusion of young people.

Description of work:
Tasks specific to the field of volunteering

- Clearing and cleaning of existing vegetation , both inside and outside and around the perimeter of archaeological structures.
- Manual cleaning and scraping of construction parts (walls, floors, etc.) , removing vegetation that is harmful to architectural elements. If archaeological objects are found, they will be collected, documented and stored for later study.
- Excavate certain structures using archaeological methodology , developing strict stratigraphic documentation of the levels of deposition and the construction units that may exist in the subsoil. In this process, all archaeological material will be collected. An archaeological survey is also planned.
- Register all archaeological material collected for research and subsequent storage in the Regional Archaeological Museum of the Community of Madrid, as established by current legislation.

Description of location and leisure:
Leisure and free time activities
Volunteering is not just about working, as you will have the opportunity to enjoy leisure and free time activities: sports, cultural activities, excursions to places of tourist interest and workshops related to the theme of the field.

Meeting Point and Time: Incorporation:
July 17th, starting at 6:00 PM, at the Los Batanes Youth Hostel.
Los Batanes Youth Hostel
Ctra. de Cotos, s/n. Finca los Batanes 
28740 Rascafría . Madrid
The nearest airport: MAD
The nearest terminal (train-, bus-, taxi station): Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes and Madrid-Chamartín-Clara Campoamor train stations; Madrid South Bus Station

Description of accommodation and food:
Accommodation is at the Los Batanes hostel, located in Rascafría, 98 km from Madrid and 2 km from the town of Rascafría, opposite the El Paular Monastery, with views of Peñalara and the Sierra de Guadarrama National Park.
The hostel has 44 rooms equipped with sheets and blankets. Rooms can be:
• 1, 2, or 3 beds
• 4 or 8 bunk beds
The facility has 4 beds adapted for people with reduced mobility.

Meals are provided: breakfast, mid-morning snack, lunch, and dinner.

English

Number of total volunteers: 12
Number of places available for male volunteers: 6
Number of places available for female volunteers: 6
Maximum number of volunteers per nationality: 2
Maximum number of teenager volunteers: 0
Maximum number of national (local) volunteers: 13
First Language: English
Participation of volunteers with disabilities: Yes
Available vegetarian food: Yes

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Description of the partner organizing/hosting the project:
The General Directorate of Youth of the Community of Madrid is the public body responsible for the design, management, and coordination of youth policies in the region.
It develops programs, resources, and services aimed at youth participation, non-formal education, international mobility, and the social inclusion of young people.

Description of work:
Main tasks of the volunteer camp:
Your volunteering experience will be structured around three main areas:
• Setting up the Protected Succulent Plant Corner: land study, soil preparation, space design, installation of the small openable greenhouse, and creation of plant identification signage.
• Design and creation of butterfly oases: planning spaces that encourage the presence of pollinating insects and participating in workshops about their ecological importance and our environmental responsibility.
• Participation in a program of activities, games, and group dynamics aimed at reflecting on how we inhabit the planet, promoting coexistence between cultures and species, and exploring sustainable alternatives through Agroart, creativity, and collective creation.
Join our camp if you feel that…
Do you love nature and want to truly take care of it?
If you’re eager to learn by doing, work as part of a team, and take part in a collective project that leaves a positive impact, this camp is for you.
You will take part in the creation of a Protected Succulent Plant Corner, where we will work together to set up a small openable greenhouse — from studying the land and soil needs to designing the space and creating plant signage.
You will also participate in the design and creation of butterfly oases, learning about the importance of insects in ecosystems and reflecting on how our actions influence the health of the planet.
If you enjoy debating, creating, and exploring alternative ways of inhabiting the world through Agroart, creativity, and play, here you will find an enriching and transformative experience.
Why take part in our camp?
Because it is an opportunity to experience active, participatory volunteering with real impact. You will not only help improve spaces that support biodiversity, but also become part of a collective reflection process about our relationship with nature.
Through a “learning by doing” approach, we will combine practical work with spaces for dialogue about environmental footprint, coexistence between cultures and species, and the solutions that different civilizations have developed over time to live in balance with their environment.
It is an experience that brings together nature, critical thinking, creativity, and community living — where everyone contributes and learns through action.

Description of location and leisure:
The volunteer camp is not only about work; you will also have the opportunity to enjoy leisure and free-time activities:

Excursions to Cercedilla

Guided visits to sites of environmental, scientific, historical, artistic, and/or cultural interest

Sports activities and games

Natural swimming pools

Scientific activities and experiments

Artistic expression workshops that encourage creativity

Meeting Point and Time: Villa Castora youth hostel, located on the Dehesas road 29, in Cercedilla.
On July 17th from 6:00 PM at the Villa Castora Youth Hostel, located on the Dehesas road 29, in Cercedilla.
The nearest airport: MAD
The nearest terminal (train-, bus-, taxi station): Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes and Madrid-Chamartín-Clara Campoamor train stations; Madrid South Bus Station

Description of accommodation and food:
Villa Castora Hostel is located 60 km from Madrid, very close to the town center of Cercedilla and in the heart of the Sierra de Guadarrama mountain range. The hostel has 88 beds distributed across 31 rooms, all equipped with bed linen and blankets. The rooms can be:

2-bed rooms

3- or 4-bed rooms, with beds and/or bunk beds

The hostel also offers 4 adapted places for people with reduced mobility.

Meals are provided: breakfast, mid-morning snack, lunch, and dinner.

English

Number of total volunteers: 14
Number of places available for male volunteers: 7
Number of places available for female volunteers: 7
Maximum number of volunteers per nationality: 2
Maximum number of teenager volunteers: 0
Maximum number of national (local) volunteers: 11
First Language: English
Participation of volunteers with disabilities: Yes
Available vegetarian food: Yes

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Description of the partner organizing/hosting the project:
Kalben Association is a nonprofit organization established to protect and support the children under state care. It develops projects to ensure equal opportunities for these children and their peers and supports individuals who wish to become foster parents. It aims to create spaces for children to have fun and learn and to find permanent solutions to their emotional needs. Host organization web site: https://kalben.org.tr/kalben-cocuk-koyu/

Description of work:
Gönüllü Hizmetler Derneği-Childhood Dreams program, organized for children between the ages of 10-14 with limited access, is a social content and child-themed workcamp. A volunteer team consisting of foreign and Turkish volunteers will run a 1-week camp program with under state care children. The program content, activities to be done with the children and the organization of the volunteer team will be planned by the Childhood Dreams camp leader. The camp has been running successfully since 2009 with the same theme.

BALIKESİRBALIKESİR

Description of location and leisure:
Kalben Children's Village was established on Ekinlik Island in 2024. It will be possible to do activities such as swimming and walking tours on the island outside the program. You can find more information about the children’s village: https://youtu.be/yInIG2w7sWs?list=TLGG805HCxL6ZjEwNDAzMjAyNg

Meeting Point and Time: After arriving at Avşa Island, volunteers will be picked up by boat and transported to Ekinlik Island. To reach Avşa Island, firstly you should reach Istanbul via Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW) or Istanbul Airport (IST). From the city center, you can take a ferry to Avşa Island. You can check more details about a ferry on this link: https://www.ido.com.tr/en/
The nearest airport: IST
The nearest terminal (train-, bus-, taxi station): Yenikapı Metro/Marmaray Station

Description of accommodation and food:
Accommodation will be in shared rooms in the children's village building, male and female volunteers stay in separate rooms. Meals will be prepared and served by the host organization.

English

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▶파일형식: Microsoft Word
▶파일이름: 워크캠프 코드-영문이름(ML)
(ex. EST08-Gildong_HONG(ML).docx)
▶분량: 1장(자유양식)
▶첨부방법: 신청서 상의 ATTACHING FILE에 첨부

Number of total volunteers: 4
Number of places available for male volunteers: 2
Number of places available for female volunteers: 2
Maximum number of volunteers per nationality: 2
Maximum number of teenager volunteers: 0
Maximum number of national (local) volunteers: 4
First Language: English
Participation of volunteers with disabilities: No
Available vegetarian food: Yes
Description of specific requirements: The acceptance phase is a 2-step process. As a first step, CVs and motivation letters will be requested from volunteers and as a second step volunteers will be interviewed via Zoom / Google Meet by camp leaders. Experience working with children is preferred.

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Description of the partner organizing/hosting the project:
Host organisation is the community of Weingarten/Pfalz and the sports club: Sportverein Weingarten 2007 e.V. near Germersheim. It is a workcamp including German language training. The lectures will be daily, two hours per day (excluding Saturdays and Sundays, when the group will go on excursions). The basis of the lecture will be first communication; and second: grammar. The volunteers are assigned to 3 language courses. Therefore, indicate your language skill in your CV.A) Beginner knowledge required, so that they can communicate in German with the other group members. Improvement of the existing skills is one of the goals of this course.B) Good German knowledge required (B2/C1) -May be German for Engineers as specialty. This is a rare course - you don t find it elsewhereC) Very good German knowledge required (C1). Improvement of the very good skills is one of the goals of this course.For all participants a training for writing and presenting applications at companies and universities is included.

Description of work:
Participants will also have to do various manual tasks to prepare the area around the arena. Gardening work is included Working time will be about 2-5 hours daily, excluding Saturdays and Sundays

Description of location and leisure:
The Arena in Weingarten is close to Germersheim and Speyer, 50 km southwest of Heidelberg. It has 20.000 inhabitants, including3.000 students. There is also the study center for Digital Engineeringof the university of applied science Kaiserslautern and Mainz university with the departement for language studies in Germersheim. Weingarten itself has a nice Arena with sports facilities. One of our goals is that the volunteers participate in sport activities of the SV Weingarten. The camp is located approx. 10 km away from the city centre of Speyer and Germersheim. Please look at the map, there are about 15 Weingartens in Germany. Please travel to Weingarten in Pfalz Terminal: bus station Weingarten/Pfalz and train station Lingenfeld; next airports: Karlsruhe/Baden, Frankfurt/Main, Stuttgart, Strasbourg/Alsace. The German federal and state governments have agreed on a way to fund the 63-euro Deutschlandticket for 2025. This means that this summer it is very cheap to travel all over Germany. In 2023 and 2024 this has been used by almost all participants to save money while traveling in July and August in Germany. It is also possible to arrive one or 2 days earlier so that you can reduce your travel costs.One goal is that the volunteers participate in sports activities. We plan sports activities, which consist for example of football training, swimming, gymnastics and tennis. These sports courses are open for all participants. Therefore, bring your preferred sports equipment e.g. swimming, football, tennis, gymnastics etc. with you Travelling and sightseeing tours will be mostly in the region Rhein/Neckar. Also to some companies like Mercedes and SAP. If you intend to search a job, don t forget your CV. We will help you to apply.

[Travel Information]
The nearest airport: FRA in Frankfurt,Germany
The nearest terminal (train-, bus-, taxi station): Lingenfeld train station
Meeting Point and Time: Lingenfeld train station or Weingaren bus stop

Description of accommodation and food:
Accommodation will be in the main building of the Arena with several bedrooms (6-13 beds in each), kitchen, separated bathrooms and showers. Cooking, cleaning, shopping etc. will be done by the group itself. Like in each workcamp, accommodation, food and travel-costsfor excursions are free, as well as materials/copies needed for the lectures.

German

* 현장납부비용 : 200 EUR
Extra fee: 200 EUR
First Language: German
Second Language: English
Available vegetarian food: Yes
Description of specific requirements: Extra Fee includes language course and most activities: 200Euro to be paid upon arrival (or to be transferred in advance).Besides the formal application please send your CV in the Europass Format to yoursending organisationhttps://europass.cedefop.europa.eu/editors/de/cv/compose
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Description of the partner organizing/hosting the project:
This workcamp is organized in cooperation with Emendere Köyü Muhtarlığı, the local village administration of Emendere, a rural village in Sındırgı district of Balıkesir.
Following the recent earthquake damage in the region, parts of the village infrastructure have been affected. The aim of the volunteering is to encourage the village community to improve common areas and revive shared public spaces. The main goal of this project is to restore and renovate the old village school building and bring it back into use for community-based courses and activities for local residents.
Through this collaboration, volunteers will directly contribute to strengthening rural community life and supporting local solidarity.

Description of work:
This camp combines light construction, renovation, and community improvement work. Volunteers should be motivated for practical outdoor tasks and ready to work in a rural environment.
Main tasks include:
-Renovation of the old village school building:
-Sanding and restoring school desks
-Cleaning classrooms and indoor areas
-Painting walls
-Preparing the space for future public courses and community use
-Village improvement activities:
-Cleaning common areas within the village
-Removing rubble, stones, and debris from roadsides
-Supporting basic road improvement (arranging stones, leveling small sections where needed)
-Clearing weeds and maintaining public pathways
The aim is not heavy construction work but visible improvement and beautification of shared spaces.
Working hours will be approximately 5–6 hours per day. Tasks may vary depending on daily needs and weather conditions. Volunteers should bring suitable work clothes and be prepared for outdoor physical activity.

Balıkesir

Description of location and leisure:
The camp will take place in Emendere Village, located in the Sındırgı district of Balıkesir.
Sındırgı is known for its thermal springs, which are believed to be beneficial for skin conditions. However, the village itself is not a well-known tourist destination, and part of the project’s spirit is to help increase awareness of the area through intercultural exchange During free time, volunteers can:
-Spend time in the village and interact with local residents
-Explore the natural surroundings
-Visit thermal pools in Sındırgı (at their own expense)
The camp offers a meaningful rural experience, close contact with local people, and the opportunity to leave a visible, long-term impact on a small community.

Meeting Point and Time: Volunteers are expected to arrive independently in Sındırgı (approximately 1 hour by bus from Balıkesir Bus Terminal).
Meeting Point: Sındırgı Bus Terminal.
Volunteers will be picked up there by local representatives and transferred to the village.
The nearest airport: ADB
The nearest terminal (train-, bus-, taxi station): Sındırgı Bus Terminal

Description of accommodation and food:
Volunteers will stay in comfortable conditions at Saman Evim Çiftliği (https://www.samanevimciftligi.com.tr/) a local hospitality venue supporting the village initiative. Accommodation conditions are considerably comfortable compared to typical rural workcamps.
Three meals per day will be provided. Volunteers are expected to support the community spirit by helping with basic tasks such as serving food, carrying/cleaning dishes after meals.

English

Number of total volunteers: 10
Number of places available for male volunteers: 5
Number of places available for female volunteers: 5
Maximum number of volunteers per nationality: 2
Maximum number of teenager volunteers: 0
Maximum number of national (local) volunteers: 0
First Language: English
Participation of volunteers with disabilities: No
Available vegetarian food: Yes

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Description of the partner organizing/hosting the project:
Open Houses is a non-profit network that has organised international volunteer workcamps and building projects at historic sites in Germany since the mid-1980s. Its work is rooted in the idea of opening historic places as spaces for common responsibility, intercultural exchange, and non-commercial encounter.
The organisation supports the revitalisation and long-term care of historic buildings and cultural landscapes through volunteer engagement, focusing on everyday maintenance, small-scale renovation, and community-based use of heritage sites. Rather than acting as a sole operator, Open Houses works as an initiator and facilitator, cooperating with site owners, local actors, and partner organisations.
At Lohra Castle, Open Houses coordinates volunteer-based site care and ensures that the castle remains a living place for cultural activities, educational initiatives, and international exchange. The organisation provides overall project coordination, accommodation, work supervision, and group support throughout the workcamp.

Description of work:
Volunteers will take part in seasonal maintenance and site care activities that support the everyday functioning and long-term preservation of Lohra Castle and its surrounding grounds. The work focuses on keeping the historic ensemble and its open spaces accessible, safe, and well maintained.
Tasks include mowing and collecting overgrown grass, clearing organic material from paths and public areas, maintaining open spaces around the castle buildings, and assisting with the cleaning and upkeep of communal halls and shared facilities.
Although the project does not involve technical heritage conservation, the work plays an essential role in sustainable heritage management. Through their contribution, volunteers support the continued use of the castle for cultural, educational, and community activities, whose income is reinvested into conservation and restoration programmes.

Burg Lohra

Description of location and leisure:
Lohra Castle is located in northern Thuringia, close to the Harz low mountain range, in a rural area characterised by forests, hills, and protected natural landscapes. The castle has medieval origins dating back to the 11th century and developed over several centuries from a fortified complex into a mixed residential and agricultural ensemble. Notable features include a Romanesque double-floored chapel from the 12th century, traces of medieval fortifications and towers, a Renaissance-era manor house, and later farm buildings from the 19th and early 20th centuries. After decades of abandonment, the site has been gradually revitalised since the 1990s and today functions as a place for cultural activities, education, and volunteer-based site care.
The next small towns are Bleicherode (approx. 6 km) and Nordhausen (approx. 20 km). The castle stands slightly above the surrounding villages and is reached via a forest road and walking paths.
The workcamp takes place in a quiet, countryside setting. Volunteers should not expect urban leisure infrastructure, but rather a nature-oriented environment and simple village surroundings. In their free time, participants can go for walks or hikes in the protected natural area, relax at the castle, or organise informal group activities such as games, music evenings, campfires, or shared cooking.
Depending on the group’s interests, short excursions to nearby towns or cultural sites can be organised together during the stay.

Meeting Point and Time: The meeting point is the bus stop Großlohra – Friedrichslohra / Wartehalle.
If you arrive by train, travel to Gebra / Hainleite railway station. From the station, walk a few metres in the direction of the village to the nearby bus stop and take bus 29 in the direction of Nordhausen. Get off at Friedrichslohra / Wartehalle.
If you miss the bus, it is possible to walk from Gebra / Hainleite towards the castle area (approx. 1 hour). The route includes a steep uphill section, therefore light and easy-to-carry luggage is strongly recommended.
Detailed arrival information and exact arrival times will be sent to selected volunteers in advance.
The nearest airport: BER
The nearest terminal (train-, bus-, taxi station): Nearest train station: Gebra / Hainleite (approx. 5 km)
Nearest bus stop: Großlohra – Friedrichslohra / Wartehalle (approx. 1 km)
Further rail connections are available via Nordhausen (approx. 20 km).

Description of accommodation and food:
Volunteers will be accommodated in small historic service buildings within the castle complex, in shared rooms with simple but adequate facilities. Rooms are arranged for 2–5 people. Showers and toilets are available, with limited hot water. The overall living conditions are basic, reflecting the historic character of the site.
A fully equipped communal kitchen is located in a separate historic building near the accommodation. Meals are prepared collectively as part of community life, and each participant will be involved in cooking during the stay. Volunteers are encouraged to bring recipes from their home countries to share food traditions with the group.
Accommodation and food during the project are provided by the hosting organisation. Any participation fees charged by sending organisations are not transferred to the host and remain with the sending organisation.

English

Number of total volunteers: 14
Number of places available for male volunteers: 14
Number of places available for female volunteers: 14
Maximum number of volunteers per nationality: 3
Maximum number of teenager volunteers: 2
Maximum number of national (local) volunteers: 14
First Language: English
Participation of volunteers with disabilities: No
Available vegetarian food: Yes

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Volunteers should be motivated to take part in physically active outdoor work and be prepared for simple living conditions in a rural environment. Flexibility, a cooperative attitude, and willingness to participate in everyday community tasks (such as cooking and cleaning) are essential.
The work takes place in all weather conditions, including rain and cooler days. Participants should bring appropriate clothing and sturdy work shoes.
The project is suitable for volunteers who are interested in heritage, nature, and community life, and who are open to intercultural exchange. Previous experience is not required.

Description of the partner organizing/hosting the project:
"Mums pieder pasaule" (MPP) was founded in 2011 as a non-profit youth organization dedicated to community development and active citizenship. They focus on sustainable development and community engagement, aiming to create a positive impact on the local community and nature through volunteer-driven initiatives.
Local young people are expected to join the camp activities for several days, supporting international exchange and cooperation.

Description of work:
The project focuses on historical preservation and gardening at two important Latvian heritage sites. The project is organised by the youth organisation “Mums pieder pasaule”.

Svitene Palace – Cellar Excavation

Volunteers will work in the cellar of Svitene Palace, a historic building originally constructed in the 16th century. The main tasks include:

Digging with shovels
Carrying soil in buckets
Transporting earth to a nearby compost area

This is physical outdoor work. As the palace has a long history, there is a possibility of discovering historical remains during the excavation process.

Rundāle Palace – Garden Work Bee (One Day)

Volunteers will also participate in a one-day community work bee in the formal gardens of Rundāle Palace. Tasks may include basic gardening and maintenance work to help preserve the beauty of this important cultural site.

Important to Know

The work is mainly outdoors and depends on weather conditions. The schedule or tasks may change if necessary.

No previous experience is required. However, volunteers should be in good physical health and ready for manual work. Motivation, flexibility, and a positive attitude toward outdoor activities are essential.

Why This Project Matters

This project contributes to the preservation of Latvian cultural heritage. Work in Svitene Palace supports the preparation of the site for future research, restoration, and possible community use.

Participation in the Rundāle Palace garden work bee highlights the importance of collective effort in maintaining public heritage spaces.

Through practical, hands-on experience, volunteers learn about heritage preservation, teamwork, and community-based volunteering while contributing to meaningful local initiatives.

Svitene

Description of location and leisure:
Svitene is a small rural village located about 20 km from the municipal centre of Bauska and 89 km from Latvia’s capital city, Riga. The area offers a peaceful atmosphere, surrounded by nature, historical buildings, and countryside landscapes.

During the camp, volunteers will have the opportunity to explore the local environment. One day will be dedicated to a hike to a nearby nature park, including a visit to an observation tower and the Lielupe River.

Evenings will include intercultural activities. Volunteers from different countries will take turns presenting their country and culture in an informal and creative way. This can be done through a presentation, games, music, theatre, or any other format you prefer.

Participants are encouraged to bring traditional food, photos, music, small objects, or anything interesting that represents their country. These evenings are a great opportunity to learn from each other and share cultural experiences in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

The location offers a mix of nature, history, and intercultural exchange, creating a meaningful and enjoyable experience for all participants.

Meeting Point and Time: International arrival terminals are Riga International Airport or Riga International Bus Station.

The final meeting point will be at Bauska bus station. Please inform us about your arrival time at least one day before the camp starts.

We strongly encourage participants to see travelling to the camp not only as a transfer, but also as a valuable learning experience. Planning your journey, navigating public transport, communicating in an international environment, managing time and budget – these are all important life skills and competences. Travel itself is part of the non-formal learning process.

To support smooth communication, we will create a WhatsApp group for practical questions. This will also be a great opportunity to connect with other participants in advance and possibly organise parts of your journey together.

We invite you to use this opportunity to learn, explore and grow already on your way to the camp.
The nearest airport: RSC
The nearest terminal (train-, bus-, taxi station): Bauska bus station

Description of accommodation and food:
Volunteers will stay at the Svitene Youth Center, located near Svitene Palace Park. The Youth Center is situated on the second floor of the Svitene Community Center building.
Accommodation is simple but comfortable. Volunteers will sleep in shared rooms, with up to 6 people in one room. There is one large common space where the group can spend time together. Showers are available on the same floor, and the kitchen is located on the ground floor.
Please bring your own towel and sleeping bag.
As everyone will share the space, participants are expected to behave respectfully and considerately toward others.
Wireless internet is available in the Community Center.

Food will be provided three times a day. Volunteers will receive ingredients and will be responsible for cooking and cleaning.
Breakfast: prepared individually
Lunch and dinner: prepared in daily cooking teams
Each day, a small team of volunteers will cook lunch and dinner for the whole group. This encourages teamwork and shared responsibility.
Please note that the organisation “Mums pieder pasaule” provides vegetarian food only.

An intercultural evening will also be organised. Volunteers are encouraged to bring traditional food, recipes, or drinks from their home country to share with the group.

Living conditions are basic, but the experience offers community spirit, shared responsibility, and a chance to live close to a historical and natural environment.

English

* 현장납부비용 : 300 EUR
Number of total volunteers: 15
Number of places available for male volunteers: 7
Number of places available for female volunteers: 8
Maximum number of volunteers per nationality: 4
Maximum number of teenager volunteers: 15
Maximum number of national (local) volunteers: 0
Extra fee: 300 EUR
First Language: English
Participation of volunteers with disabilities: No
Available vegetarian food: Yes
Description of specific requirements: To cover general organisational costs of the workcamp (food, materials, local transport, coordination, and educational activities), participants are asked to contribute a participation fee.

Payment Conditions

The participation fee must be paid by bank transfer before the beginning of the camp.
Bank transfer to Youth for Smile bank account (available for EU member states).
Online payment system allowing payments via VISA, Mastercard, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Revolut, Wise, and N26.

If you are not able to make a bank transfer, please contact your sending organisation to find a suitable solution.

Confirmation Procedure

To ensure responsible participation and preparation:

Within 30 days after receiving the official acceptance confirmation, the participant must confirm their participation by sending travel information to Youth for Smile.

The participation fee must also be paid no later than 30 days after confirmation.

Failure to confirm participation or complete the payment within this period may result in cancellation of the placement.

Cancellation Policy

At least 45 days before the project starts, or
Within 14 days after receiving the acceptance confirmation,

→ 100% of the participation fee will be refunded.

If cancellation happens at least 14 days before the project start,

→ 50% of the participation fee will be refunded.

Cancellations made less than 14 days before the project start are non-refundable.

This policy helps ensure responsible commitment from participants and allows the organising team to plan the camp sustainably and fairly for all involved.

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Description of the partner organizing/hosting the project:
The General Directorate of Youth (www.xuventude.xunta.es) is a department of the Xunta de Galicia (www.xunta.gal) whose priority is to meet the needs and concerns of the young population living in Galicia, firmly believing that youth has much to contribute to society as a whole.

We work to improve the quality of life of young people in our autonomous community, developing actions and programs that benefit them, increase their well-being and allow them to improve their skill.

Description of work:
Monte Sacro is a volunteering camp that invites you to travel through time by discovering and highlighting the secrets hidden within Pico Sacro and Mount Gundián—two unique sites full of symbolism located between the municipalities of Vedra and Boqueixón.

During this project, volunteers will have the opportunity to explore the archaeological and legendary legacy of these locations through an experience that combines manual labor, historical learning, and a direct connection to the past. Through cleaning, site preparation, and small-scale archaeological interventions, the goal is to reveal the traces of time that remain hidden beneath the soil and within the legends surrounding these mountains.

The name "Monte Sacro" reflects the central objective of the project: to give a voice to the past and recover its memory, listening to the echoes of the stories, structures, and traditions that have shaped the identity of this environment. This volunteering camp seeks to involve the community in a process of collective discovery, fostering the preservation of heritage and its transmission to future generations.

Two main actions will be carried out at each location:
1. At Pico Sacro, located in Boqueixón, near San Xoán da Cova, in the municipality of Vedra, cleaning and conditioning work will be carried out on two cements, as well as a small archaeological intervention, in order to determine the state of conservation of the structures. In addition, volunteers will receive training in history, archeology and tourism, actively participating in programmed activities.
2. Documentation and records: A work report will be prepared, including photographs and notes, to keep a detailed record of the actions carried out and the spots found.

Vedra (A Coruña)

Description of location and leisure:
Leisure:
• Kayaking on the Ulla river.
• Traditional games (tirasoga, frog, Celtic bowling, a chave, ...).
• Visits to places of interest in the area.
• Swimming pool and beach.
• Workshop.
• Visit to Santiago de Compostela, Fisterra and Rías Baixas.

Meeting Point and Time: The meeting point for the reception of the participants in the work camp will be at the main entrance of the Santiago de Compostela Intermodal Station, on the first day at 4 p.m.

From A Coruña to Santiago de Compostela: www.monbus.com or www.alsa.es or by train www.renfe.es.

From Vigo to Santiago www.monbus.es or train (with transfer in Pontevedra).

The bus lines that connect the airports of Peinador (Vigo), Alvedro (A Coruña) and Lavacolla (Santiago de Compostela) with their bus and train stations are www.vitrasa.es, www.autoscalpita.com, and www.tussa.org respectively.
The nearest airport: SCQ
The nearest terminal (train-, bus-, taxi station): Santiago de Compostela

Description of accommodation and food:
Accomodation: CPI DE VEDRA. Address: Avda. Mestre Manuel Gómez, s/n. 15885 - Vedra (https://www.concellodevedra.es/es/node/453)

English

Number of total volunteers: 7
Number of places available for male volunteers: 3
Number of places available for female volunteers: 4
Maximum number of volunteers per nationality: 1
Maximum number of teenager volunteers: 0
Maximum number of national (local) volunteers: 0
First Language: English
Participation of volunteers with disabilities: No
Available vegetarian food: Yes

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The incorporation to the work camp is in the afternoon of the first day and the departure the last day after breakfast.

It is necessary to bring:
• Cleaning supplies.
• Sleeping bag and small backpack.
• Mountain shoes, footwear and sportswear: swimsuit, bathing shoes, warm clothes, work clothes (gloves, cap / hat, ...).