Sustainable Rural Life is an Erasmus+ Youth Exchange in Sierra de Fuentes, in the Extremadura region of Spain, from 2 to 10 March 2027. The Italian delegation is open to young people aged 18-30 who live in Italy, plus one group leader aged 18+. Accommodation and meals are fully covered, travel is reimbursed up to the participant ceiling, and you apply by email with your CV and a motivation letter by 10 December 2026. At Youth Works Hub, we went through the full call so you can see what this exchange offers before you apply.
What Is the Sustainable Rural Life Youth Exchange?
The project is a youth exchange on territorial development and sustainable economy, organised by the Spanish association Espacio Ládano. It takes place in the village of Sierra de Fuentes, in the Extremadura region of Spain. Young people from Italy, Spain, Bulgaria and Egypt come together for practical workshops, intercultural experiences and time in nature.
The format follows the Erasmus+ model of a youth exchange: a group of young people from different countries learns together through non-formal education for about a week.
Themes You Will Explore
Through non-formal education activities, practical workshops and intercultural experiences, participants work on:
🌍 Environmental sustainability and responsible consumption
🏘️ Community life and the development of rural territories
💶 Sustainable economy and self-sufficiency practices
🧘 Personal wellbeing, cooperation and contact with nature
🤝 Intercultural dialogue and the active participation of young people
What You Will Do
🛠️ Rural development workshops
🛒 Responsible consumption activities
🌾 Self-sufficiency practices
🌳 Time in nature
If you like this kind of project, you can find more in the Erasmus+ section of Youth Works Hub.
Who Organises the Exchange
🏡 Host organisation: Espacio Ládano, the Spanish association that organises the project in Sierra de Fuentes.
🇮🇹 Italian partner: Network senza confini APS, which selects the Italian delegation.
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Dates and Place
🗓️ Dates: 2 to 10 March 2027, 9 days
📍 Place: Sierra de Fuentes, Extremadura, Spain
🌐 Countries taking part: Italy, Spain, Bulgaria and Egypt
Who Can Apply
This call is for the Italian delegation only. The delegation is made up of:
🧑 4 young participants aged 18-30
🧭 1 group leader aged 18+, with no upper age limit
You need to live in Italy to apply. Check the Erasmus+ and ESC age limits if you are unsure which role fits you.
Young People With Fewer Opportunities
At least 2 of the 4 young participants must be people with fewer opportunities, meaning young people who face economic, social, cultural or other obstacles. If this applies to you, read about inclusion support in Erasmus+ to see what extra help exists.
English Level
An advanced level of English is not required. The project values motivation, participation and openness to intercultural exchange.
What Is Covered
The exchange is co-funded by the Erasmus+ programme of the European Union.
🍽️ Food and accommodation: fully covered
🚆 Travel: reimbursed up to the ceiling set for each participant, following the organisers' conditions
For a full picture of what an Erasmus+ project pays for, see what Erasmus+ covers in a youth project and how travel reimbursement works.
How Participants Are Selected
The selection of the Italian delegation is handled by Network senza confini APS, the partner organisation in Italy. Applications go directly to the association by email.
How to Apply
Send an email with:
📄 Your CV
✉️ A motivation letter
Not sure how to write them? Read our guides on making a Europass CV and writing a motivation letter for Erasmus+ projects.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply to the Sustainable Rural Life Youth Exchange?
Young people aged 18-30 who live in Italy can apply as participants. A group leader must be at least 18, with no upper age limit. The call is for the Italian delegation only.
Is the exchange free?
Yes. Accommodation and meals are fully covered, and travel costs are reimbursed up to the participant ceiling, following the organisers' conditions. No participation fee is mentioned in the call.
How many participants does the Italian delegation have?
The delegation has 4 young participants and 1 group leader, 5 people in total. At least 2 of the 4 young participants must be young people with fewer opportunities.
Do I need advanced English?
No. An advanced level of English is not required. The project looks at your motivation, participation and willingness to engage with other cultures.
How do I apply?
Send your CV and a motivation letter by email to the address in the Application Email section by 10 December 2026. Network senza confini APS selects the Italian delegation.
Where and when does the exchange take place?
It takes place in Sierra de Fuentes, in the Extremadura region of Spain, from 2 to 10 March 2027.
Project Snapshot
📌 Type: Youth Exchange
📍 Location: Sierra de Fuentes (Extremadura), Spain
🗓️ Activity Dates: 2-10 March 2027
🌍 Countries: Italy
🎂 Age: 18-30 (group leader 18+, no upper age limit)
Deadline
⏳ 10 December 2026
