Spain’s ecovillage life meets European Solidarity Corps spirit in this unique opportunity designed for young people who want to live sustainably, learn hands-on environmental skills, and contribute to a vibrant community. In the heart of the Cal Vidal historical colony, the Vidalia Ecovillage invites volunteers to join an international, intergenerational cooperative working to preserve heritage, protect the environment, and strengthen local social networks. This project offers immersive activities such as ecological farming, natural environment care, historical restoration, sustainable cooking, carpentry, construction, and participation in a thriving local ecosystem — all while experiencing authentic community life in rural Spain with a global impact perspective. Volunteers will also enjoy a motivating setting for personal growth, inclusion, and meaningful cultural exchange.
⭐ Project Location: Puig-reig, Spain
⭐ Activity Dates: 03/01/2026 – 20/04/2026
🌟 What You Will Do:
🇪🇸🌱 Care for natural and agricultural environments
🏛️🛠️ Support conservation of historical & cultural heritage
🤝🌍 Contribute to local community networks and youth participation
🧰🔨 Learn carpentry, construction & eco-restoration techniques
🌿🥗 Participate in sustainable cooking & communal living practices
📚📝 Develop your Youthpass & personal learning project
💬🌐 Improve teamwork, autonomy, conflict management & eco-skills
🏡 Accommodation & Meals:
🍽️ Vegan-friendly shared meals
🛏️ Private room + shared kitchen, bathroom & living spaces
👩🍳 Weekly collaborative cooking with the community
🚌 Bus connections to Barcelona, Manresa & nearby towns
🎓 Training & Learning:
🌾 Organic farming & seed bank management
🍳 Sustainable cooking techniques
🔌 Woodworking, construction & basic electricity
🧩 Group communication & environmental awareness
📖 Language learning & personal project development
🧑🤝🧑 Participant Profile:
🌍 Residents of any EU country
🌱 Strong interest in sustainability, eco-living & alternative lifestyles
📚 Motivation for continuous learning
💪 Open to hands-on work in nature & restoration
💛 Encouraged: applicants facing social, economic, geographical, cultural or educational barriers
👩 Women motivated to develop skills in traditionally male-dominated fields (carpentry, construction, electricity, field work)
🌎 Eligible Countries:
🇦🇹 Austria | 🇧🇪 Belgium | 🇧🇬 Bulgaria | 🇭🇷 Croatia | 🇨🇾 Cyprus | 🇨🇿 Czech Republic | 🇩🇰 Denmark | 🇪🇪 Estonia | 🇫🇮 Finland | 🇫🇷 France | 🇩🇪 Germany | 🇬🇷 Greece | 🇭🇺 Hungary | 🇮🇪 Ireland | 🇮🇹 Italy | 🇱🇻 Latvia | 🇱🇹 Lithuania | 🇱🇺 Luxembourg | 🇲🇹 Malta | 🇳🇱 Netherlands | 🇵🇱 Poland | 🇵🇹 Portugal | 🇷🇴 Romania | 🇸🇰 Slovakia | 🇸🇮 Slovenia | 🇪🇸 Spain | 🇸🇪 Sweden
📅 Application Deadline: 05/12/2025 – 23:55
🔢 Project Code: 2025-1-ES02-ESC51-VTJ-000346021
🔗 Application Link:
https://youth.europa.eu/solidarity/opportunity/49074_en
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