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Czech Republic Czech Republic: Weekend of Open Gardens at Veseli castle (SDA 25-W01)

Dates

06/06/2025   -   08/06/2025

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Festival

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CZK 500
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Age
18 - 100
Max number of volunteers
10
Still room for
6
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Access with disability
Yes
Nearest airport
Praha (Prague) (PRG)
Nearest bus/train station
Pocinovice Bus stop (49.3431817N, 13.1331281E)
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Work

Work will include planting flowers and bushes, incorporating natural elements into the garden, cutting overgrown trees, repairing the stone wall and cleaning the castle. Bring suitable clothes and shoes for work that can get dirty or damaged. The castle where volunteers will work is a 10-minute train ride away. As most of the work will be done outdoors, please, bring a waterproof jacket or a raincoat and a hat to protect you from the sun. No previous experience with this kind of work is required.

Accomodation and food

Accommodation is provided in a family house in the village of Pocinovice. Volunteers will sleep in two large rooms on mattresses. Please, bring your sleeping bag! WIFI and a washing machine are available. There is also a bathroom (2 toilets and 1 shower) and a kitchen available. Breakfast, dinner, and snacks will be provided by the campleaders and the local partner. Lunch will be delivered to the work site.

Location and leisure

Location:The Veseli Castle is located in the foothills of the Sumava Mountains in the small village of Veseli nad Uhlavou. The nearest bigger cities are Klatovy and Domazlice. Pilsen, the Czech capital of beer, is 50 km away from the site. The castle is surrounded by the picturesque South Bohemian countryside and the Sumava National Park is very close by. Everywhere is good phone reception. There is also an ATM in the village where you will be accommodated.
Leisure time: After work, you can visit some interesting places in the vicinity such as the lookout tower of Saint Marketa or Klenova Castle.
Study part: You will be introduced to the history of the castle and meet the local community.

Project hosted by

This workcamp is organized in cooperation with the association Tvrz Veseli („Fortress Veseli “) in the small village of Veseli nad Uhlavou near the Sumava National Park. Veseli Castle was built on the site of an older fortress in the second half of the 19th century. The mission of the association is to renovate the castle to its original form and reopen its gates to the public again - mainly for cultural and educational purposes due to during decades previous regimes left the castle in very poor condition. The goal of this workcamp is to maintain and restore the castle park, build a fence, repair a stone wall and clean the cellar of the castle. At this workcamp, you will actively contribute to the achievement of the United Nation Sustainable Development Goal 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities.

Directions to meeting point

Timetables may change for summer. We will provide more transport details in infoheet later. Feel free to use our application IDOS for all kind of transport around Czech Republic (buses, trains, public city transport). To have a general knowledge how to ge to the meeting point: From Prague airport take the trolleybus line number 59 to the final stop “Nadrazi Veleslavin”. Change to the green metro line A in the direction of Depo Hostivar, get off at the “Muzeum” stop and change to the red metro line C in the direction of Letnany, and go to the “Hlavni Nadrazi” stop. This is the main train station in Prague. From the main station take the train R 766 Berounka at 12:53 to Klatovy and then change to the train Os17562 at 15:40 from Klatovy to Pocinovice, where you will arrive at 15:58. The accommodation is located at a walking distance of 500 meters from the train station of Pocinovice. The meeting point is the accommodation. Please note it takes over 3 hours to get there from Prague. Detailed information will be provided in the infosheet.

Additional comments

Please, bring suitable work clothes and shoes, a raincoat and a sleeping bag. The workcamp is suitable for fans of history, and culture and for those seeking insights into the Czech countryside.

IMPORTNAT NOTE: Since this is a very short-term project, we highly encourage international participants to use eco-friendly means of transport and to connect this volunteering opportunity with longer holiday in Czechia.

Requirements

The project is open to volunteers facing mental or physical health obstacles or disabilities after individual consultation. Please contact us with information about your condition.

The extra fee covers costs of the project not covered by public funding (for example support for campleaders, administrative costs of iNEX-SDA). The fee is paid in advance electronically and non-refundable unless proof of severe obstacle (for example illness) is provided.

Sustainable Development Goals

Sustainable Cities and Communities
Czech Republic Czech Republic: Farmstudio - A Centre of Contemporary Art (SDA ESC 25-H1)

Dates

24/06/2025   -   08/07/2025

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Renovation
Cultural

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France Germany Italy

Fee

CZK 1750
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Details on the project

Age
18 - 30
Max number of volunteers
8
Still room for
4
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Nearest airport
Praha (Prague) (PRG)
Nearest bus/train station
Vysoka Bus Station
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Work

Work will be diverse and manual, you will be able to choose according to your interests and physical abilities. The tasks will include plastering, woodworking, renovation of wooden and metal elements, painting, mowing the grass, landscaping etc. Other tasks may include preparing spaces for program implementation (cleaning and setting up). No previous experience is required. Bring work clothes that can get dirty and/or damaged, good shoes, a cap to protect yourself from the sun and a raincoat in case of rainy days. The work takes place in the same area where you will be accommodated.

Accomodation and food

The complex includes a residential building, a gallery building (former granary), a studio building (former stables and barns) and two uncovered buildings of former barns. You will sleep in the residential building in two big rooms with 13 beds, and blankets and sheets will be provided for you. Wifi is available. There is also a kitchen, 3 toilets and 2 showers. You can also use a washing machine. You will cook all your meals together as a group, preferably vegetarian.

Location and leisure

Location: Farmstudio is a former farm in the village of Vysoka located close to the protected natural area of Kokorinsko. The village of Vysoka is a place with a population of about 1,000 inhabitants, there is a grocery store, pastry shop, two churches, a post office and a pub near the football pitch. The telephone signal of the main operators is available. The closest big city is Melnik, located 8 km away, where you can also find doctors, pharmacies and ATMs.

Leisure time: In your free time you can go swimming in a nearby natural lake or hiking in the protected landscape area Kokorinsko, make a campfire or visit the city of Melnik or Prague. It is possible to watch a movie in an improvised summer cinema.

Study part: Presentation of an independent art centre Farmstudio - history, development and vision, photography workshop and guided tour of a contemporary art exhibition. During the project, a Volunteering Day will be organised with a cultural programme consisting of a music, theatre or dance performance.

Project hosted by

This project is organized in cooperation with an NGO Farmstudio, an independent cultural centre located on a historic agricultural farm in the village of Vysoka. Farmstudio focuses on contemporary live art and culture in connection to cultural and natural heritage and organizes international art residencies, contemporary art exhibitions, creative workshops and multi-discliplianry cultural events. The area is undergoing a gradual reconstruction and the goal of the project is to help with this reconstruction. At this project, you will actively contribute to the achievement of United Nation Sustainable Development Goal 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities.

Directions to meeting point

Timetables may change for summer. We will provide more transport details in infoheet later. Feel free to use our application IDOS for all kind of transport around Czech Republic (buses, trains, public city transport). From Prague airport, take the trolleybus line number 59 to “Nadrazi Veleslavin” station. Change to green metro line A in the direction of Depo Hostivar. At the “Muzeum” stop, change to red metro line C in the direction of Letnany. Get off at the stop “Ladvi”. Take bus 349 in the direction of Melnik leaving at 14:40. Get off at “Melnik, aut.nadr.” stop and change to bus 474 leaving at 15:28. Get off at “Vysoka” stop at 15:51, where your campleader will be waiting for you.

Additional comments

Requirements: The project is suitable for volunteers interested in contemporary art, cultural heritage and nature who are not afraid of manual work.

Notes: Allergies notice - cats are moving freely around the area, and some places might be dusty.

Requirements

This project is supported by the EU program European Solidarity Corps. Some of the conditions differ from the usual projects; there will be detailed info provided after your acceptance. For more info about ESC visit https://www.inexsda.cz/en/faq-esc/.

Sustainable Development Goals

Sustainable Cities and Communities
Czech Republic Czech Republic: Ghosts of the Ore Mountains (SDA 25-100)

Dates

28/06/2025   -   04/07/2025

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3
Place(s)
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Mexico Spain

Fee

CZK 1750
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Details on the project

Age
18 - 100
Max number of volunteers
6
Still room for
2 Male + 1 Female
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Nearest airport
Praha (Prague) (PRG)
Nearest bus/train station
Hroznětín, nám, 362 33 Hroznětín
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Work

The main tasks will be: care for newly planted trees, gardening, improvements in parts of the old cemetery, maintenance and reparation of old graves and cleaning the community center on rainy days. Volunteers will be equipped with work gloves, shovels, picks, rakes and other necessary tools or equipment.The work will be mainly manual and outdoors in all kinds of weather.

Accomodation and food

The accommodation is located at Penzion Mlýnský dům, Mlýnská 5, Hroznětín. Volunteers will be accommodated in apartment rooms for 2-3 people, each with a kitchenette and bathroom. The hygiene facilities include fully equipped bathrooms with showers, bathtubs are also available. Volunteers don't need to bring anything as everything is provided. For meals, volunteers will prepare their own breakfast and dinner, with a financial contribution provided by the partner organization. Lunches will be provided, including vegetarian options, volunteers will be able choose from the available menu. There is a local shop where volunteers could buy food, there is also other shops in the nearby town of Ostrov.

Location and leisure

Location: The workcamp takes place in Hroznetin, a small town in western Bohemia with about 2,000 inhabitants. There is a small grocery store, a school, a post office and a pharmacy nearby Ostrov. There is good phone reception. The work activities will take place in the town and near the recreational area of Velký Rybník. The closest cities are Ostrov (5 km) and Karlovy Vary (12 km) where you can find doctors, pharmacies and ATMS. The region is popular among tourists for its beautiful countryside near the Ore Mountains.

Leisure time: There is a possibility to arrange a trip to Karlovy Vary - a city famous not only for its world-famous spa but also for the Film Festival that will take place at that time. You can visit the town of Ostrov and its sights - the castle garden, also known as the 8th wonder of the world, the local monument zone in the city centre, the Prince's Palace, Ostrov Castle and other beautiful churches and monasteries. Hroznětín organizes many events for local residents and works on activating the local community in which volunteers will have the opportunity to participate if they wish.

Study part: You will learn about the history and future development vision of the town of Hroznětín, as well as explore Czech culture and the beautiful nature surrounding the area. Volunteers will discuss the connection to the place where they live, the importance of volunteering for public spaces, and how to motivate locals to overcome their hesitation and engage in volunteering.

Project hosted by

This workcamp will take place in the small town of Hroznetin, at the foot of the picturesque Ore Mountains in cooperation with the Local Action Group Krusne Hory (Ore Mountains). The LAG focuses on the support and development of the region through organizing and funding educational and cultural projects, connecting various stakeholders, preparing tourist brochures or co-organizing volunteer activities. The main aim of the workcamp is to introduce the volunteers to the cultural heritage (UNESCO) and natural beauty of the Krusne Hory and to present the local history and the importance of the work concerning the significance of the place. At this workcamp, you will actively contribute to the achievement of United Nation Sustainable Development Goal 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities.

Directions to meeting point

Timetables may change for summer. We will provide more transport details in infoheet later. Feel free to use our application IDOS for all kind of transport around Czech Republic (buses, trains, public city transport). To have a general knowledge how to ge to the meeting point: From Prague: Directly from the Prague airport, take the Regiojet bus at noon to the Karlovy Vary bus terminal. Get off at the bus stop “Karlovy Vary Terminal”. Then change to bus 420310 17 in the direction of “Hroznetin, nam.” leaving at 14:55. get off at the last stop “Hroznetin, nam.”, your campleader will be waiting there for you and take you to the accommodation. Please be aware that the journey will take you approximately 3 hours. Detailed travel information will be provided in the infosheet.

Additional comments

Requirements: Volunteers should bring old clothes that can get dirty, a raincoat, a hooded jacket, and a head covering for sun protection due to outdoor work. It is also necessary to respect the quiet hours from 22:00 - 06:00, smoking is prohibited in the building. Work is outdoors in nature so dusty environments must be taken into account – the risk of allergic reactions.

Notes: We are looking for volunteers eager to get to know Czech culture and life in a small village.

Requirements

The extra fee covers costs of the project not covered by public funding (for example support for campleaders, administrative costs of INEX-SDA). The fee is paid in advance electronically and non-refundable unless proof of severe obstacle (for example illness) is provided.

Sustainable Development Goals

Sustainable Cities and Communities
Czech Republic Czech Republic: Eco-Explorers Camp for Children (SDA 25-300)

Dates

01/07/2025   -   12/07/2025

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Children
Educational
2
Place(s)
left

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Italy Andorra Czech Republic Spain

Fee

CZK 1750
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Age
18 - 100
Max number of volunteers
8
Still room for
2
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Access with disability
Yes
Nearest airport
Praha (Prague) (PRG)
Nearest bus/train station
Kostelní Lhota (Bus stop)
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Work

The volunteers will begin the workcamp by familiarizing themselves with the space and preparing for the international workcamp during the first week. From July 7 to 11, 2025, they will then run a day camp for up to 20 rural children, focusing on environmental topics, as Kostelní Lhota is a very green village promoting environmental awareness. In case of rain, activities will move indoors to the community center's large hall. The work is not physically demanding but requires mental effort due to the active 5-day program for the children.

Accomodation and food

Volunteers will be accommodated at Kostelní Lhota Primary School in two renovated rooms (separate for girls and boys) in the gymnasium. Hygiene facilities include 1 shower and 2 toilets for adults. Volunteers should bring a sleeping mat, sleeping bag, and pillow. WiFi and a microwave are available, but no washing machine. Meals will be provided with hot lunches delivered from a local company. Volunteers will prepare breakfast and dinner themselves in an improvised kitchenette, with options for various dietary preferences. Special diets can be accommodated.

Location and leisure

Location: The workcamp will take place at the Community Center in Kostelní Lhota, 100 metres away from the accommodation. The village is located in the Nymburk district, 10km from the spa town of Poděbrady, in the Central Bohemian region. Surrounded by larger towns like Poděbrady, Sadská, Český Brod, and Pečky, the area is in the fertile Polabí Lowlands. The village has a grocery store, football field, tennis courts, kindergarten, playground, cemetery, waste collection center, and church. The Community Center and school are both newly renovated. ATM and pharmacy are 2.5km away , while a shop is within walking distance.

Leisure time: Football or volleyball tournaments will be organized with the local community at the football field, along with visits to the nearby spa in Poděbrady and tours of the towns of Pečky and Sadská. In the community center, volunteers will have access to table tennis, foosball, and other sports activities.

Study part: The educational activities for the volunteers will include a workshop with the local mayor about community activities in Kostelní Lhota, as well as visits to nearby villages such as Sadská, Poděbrady (spa town), and Nymburk. Bicycles will be provided for easy transportation during these excursions. These activities aim to enhance the volunteers’ understanding of local community dynamics and regional culture, while also allowing them to explore the surrounding area.

Project hosted by

MAS Podlipansko is a non-profit organization based in the fertile Polabí region of the Czech Republic. Since 2006, it has focused on preserving the region's values, improving local life, and fostering collaboration between public, business, and non-profit sectors. The workcamp's goal is to strengthen the local community by enhancing the language skills of rural children and introducing them to European cultures. Volunteers will help children improve their English and promote environmental values, resulting in an active, English-speaking group that will continue to foster cultural connections in the region. At this workcamp, you will actively contribute to the achievement of the United Nation Sustainable Development Goal 4 Quality Education.

Directions to meeting point

Timetables may change for summer. We will provide more transport details in infoheet later. Feel free to use our application IDOS for all kind of transport around Czech Republic (buses, trains, public city transport). To have a general knowledge how to ge to the meeting point: From Prague to Kostelní Lhota, there is a direct bus. The journey takes 1 hour. Bus runs every 20 min.

Additional comments

Requirements: sleeping mat, sleeping bag, and pillow.

Notes: Smoking is prohibited throughout the area, not suitable for allergy sufferers – pollen from grasses, insects in the garden.

Requirements

This project is open to people with hearing impairment.

The extra fee covers costs of the project not covered by public funding (for example support for campleaders, administrative costs of INEX-SDA). The fee is paid in advance electronically and non-refundable unless proof of severe obstacle (for example illness) is provided.

Sustainable Development Goals

Quality Education
Czech Republic Czech Republic: Dive into the history of Terezin (SDA ESC 25-H2)

Dates

05/07/2025   -   19/07/2025

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Fee

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Details on the project

Age
18 - 30
Max number of volunteers
10
Still room for
5
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Nearest airport
Praha (Prague) (PRG)
Nearest bus/train station
Terezin aut. nadr Bus station
Map

Work

Volunteers will clean and restore the water system of the 18th-century fortress, clean and maintain the mini-zoo-military yard, clean the fortifications and underground passages of the fortress and maintain the green vegetation. Most of the work will be outside, please, bring suitable clothes that can get dirty or damaged, rubber boots or sandals to enter the water.

Accomodation and food

Accommodation is provided near the historical fortress. There are two rooms for 6 people each. Both rooms have bathroom facilities (shower and toilet). Bring your towel. In the accommodation, there is also basic kitchen equipment (microwave, fridge, dishes). WIFI is available, and you can also use a washing machine. Accommodation is 5 minutes from the city centre and 5 minutes from the fortress where you will be working. You will prepare breakfasts and dinners together as a group from the provided ingredients. Lunch will be provided in the local restaurant.

Location and leisure

Location: Terezin is a small historical town located approximately one hour away from Prague in the north of the Czech Republic. The nearest bigger city is Usti nad Labem. In Terezin, the phone coverage is good, and ATMs, pharmacies and grocery stores are in the town.

Leisure time: You can visit nearby cities Litomerice or Usti nad Labem where you can find a swimming pool, parks, and a cinema. Or you can go on a hike to the nature-protected area of Ceske Stredohori. You will also meet the town’s representatives, have a barbecue and do other community activities.

Study part: Tour of the historic corridors - lecture in the English language on the origins of the fortress, museum exhibition of the La Grace sailors, art exhibition, workshop and demonstration of 18th-century crafts, an opportunity to visit the World War Memorial.

Project hosted by

The project is organized in cooperation with the association Terezin - City of Change, which aims to renovate the historical buildings of the Terezin fortress, make them accessible to the public and organize educational and cultural activities. Thanks to its rich history and unique 18th-century monuments, Terezin is on the UNESCO indicative list. The aim of the project is to help with the restoration and preservation of the fortress city and learn about the history of the city that goes far beyond the infamous WWII era. At this project, you will actively contribute to achieving United Nation Sustainable Development Goal 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities.

Directions to meeting point

Timetables may change for summer. We will provide more transport details in infoheet later. Feel free to use our application IDOS for all kind of transport around Czech Republic (buses, trains, public city transport). To have a general knowledge how to ge to the meeting point: From Prague airport, take the trolleybus line number 59 to “Nadrazi Veleslavin” station. Change to green metro line A in the direction of Depo Hostivar. At the “Muzeum” stop, change to red metro line C in the direction of Letnany, and stay until the final stop. Here, take bus 413 at 16:00 to your final destination “Terezin aut. nadr”. The campleader will be waiting for you there at 17:00 and take you to the accommodation.

Additional comments

Requirements: Smoking in the accommodation and drinking alcohol during working hours are prohibited. Requested quiet hours in the accommodation start from 10 PM.

Notes: The project is especially suitable for lovers of history and nature, students of architecture, and anyone who can appreciate the beauty of a preserved 18th-century site and give us a helping hand with the work. There is a possible risk of allergies - animals’ fur or hay.

Requirements

This project is supported by the EU program European Solidarity Corps. Some of the conditions differ from the usual projects; there will be detailed info provided after your acceptance. For more info about ESC visit https://www.inexsda.cz/en/faq-esc/.

Sustainable Development Goals

Sustainable Cities and Communities
Czech Republic Czech Republic: Treasures of Jewish Culture in Holesov (SDA 25-201)

Dates

15/07/2025   -   27/07/2025

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Details on the project

Age
18 - 100
Max number of volunteers
8
Still room for
5
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Nearest airport
Praha (Prague) (PRG)
Nearest bus/train station
Holešov Train station
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Work

Most of the time volunteers will work at the Jewish cemetery and in the Shakhs synagogue where you will help with the maintenance of outdoor areas (cleaning pavements, weeding, cutting and raking grass, maintaining graveyards, etc.) You will also help with the preparation of the Jewish Culture Festival which takes place in Holesov during the workcamp (moving and installing various equipment for events etc.). The work can sometimes be moderately physically demanding. Please, bring suitable shoes and working clothes. You will also work on the weekend (because of the festival) but you will get enough time off on other days.

Accomodation and food

Volunteers will be accommodated in a house near the workplace, sleeping on matrasses all together in one room. Please, bring a sleeping bag. There are 2 toilets in the acommodation, showers are apart in the castle complex approximately 500 meters from the accommodation. WIFI is not available in the building - only at the synagogue and the castle. Volunteers will cook meals together as a group. If you need to use washing machines, it can be arranged.

Location and leisure

Location: The project takes place in Holesov (12,000 inhabitants), a historical town located in the south-east of the Czech Republic. It is well known for its important Jewish heritage such as a rare synagogue from the 16th century or Holesov cemetery - an important place of pilgrimage for Jews. There is good phone coverage everywhere around the town, ATMs and pharmacies.

Free time: During the free time volunteers can go on a trip to the UNESCO site of Kromeriz, visit the pilgrimage hill of Hostyn or the open-air museum of folk architecture in Rymice. You will also have free entry to all cultural activities organized by the Cultural Center.

Study part: You will learn a lot about Jewish culture and its heritage through visiting local monuments and experiencing the Jewish Culture Festival (concerts, performances, films etc.). You will also have a chance to meet the local community during a barbecue or at a traditional lunch with the representatives of the community town.

Project hosted by

The workcamp is organised in cooperation with Municipal Cultural Center Holesov, a non-profit organization that manages most of the Jewish monuments in the city and organizes the Festival of Jewish Culture. The workcamp takes place in Holesov, a small Moravian town, known for its large pre- second world war Jewish community. There is an important Jewish heritage in Holesov – an old synagogue and also a grave of one of the greatest Jewish scholars - Rabbi Shakh. The goal of this workcamp is to maintain the Jewish cemetery, help with the organization of the festival and learn about Jewish heritage. At this workcamp, you will actively contribute to the achievement of United Nation Sustainable Development Goal 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities.

Directions to meeting point

Timetables may change for summer. We will provide more transport details in infoheet later. Feel free to use our application IDOS for all kind of transport around Czech Republic (buses, trains, public city transport). To have a general knowledge how to ge to the meeting point: From the airport take the trolleybus line number 59 to Nadrazi Veleslavin stop. Change to green metro line A in the direction of Depo Hostivar, get off at “Muzeum” and change to red metro line C in the direction of Letnany, go 1 stop and get off at “Hlavni Nadrazi” stop (main railway station). Take the train R 891 Slovacky Express towards Luhacovice at 13:03 to Hulin, and then change to the train Os 13914 towards Bystrice at 16:04, getting off in Holesov at 16:13. Detailed travel information will be provided in the Info sheet.

Additional comments

Requirements: Please beware that the work will take place outdoors and suitable clothes and shoes are needed. We recommend a hat to protect from the sun and a raincoat in case of light rain. Please bring a sleeping bag. We advise you to bring a repellent (protection against ticks). There is a chance of an allergic reaction (working with grass).

Notes: Volunteers interested in the Jewish or Moravian culture are especially welcome.

Requirements

The extra fee covers costs of the project not covered by public funding (for example support for campleaders, administrative costs of INEX-SDA). The fee is paid in advance electronically and non-refundable unless proof of severe obstacle (for example illness) is provided.

Sustainable Development Goals

Sustainable Cities and Communities
Czech Republic Czech Republic: Heartbeats for Historical Brewery (SDA 25-202)

Dates

21/07/2025   -   03/08/2025

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Renovation
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Austria France Mexico Spain Italy

Fee

CZK 1750
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Details on the project

Age
18 - 100
Max number of volunteers
20
Still room for
11
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Nearest airport
Praha (Prague) (PRG)
Nearest bus/train station
Rýmařov, Janovice, zámek Bus top
Map

Work

The main task of this workcamp is the reconstruction of the historical wall that once was the edge of the horse stable of the property. The work of reconstructing a wall is not too exhausting and is suitable for all ages; patience and determination are key qualities. Tasks include repairing joints with crumbling mortar, replacing stones that were removed due to overgrown vegetation, and performing minor maintenance work such as painting windows, pruning overgrowth around the building, collecting and transporting waste to a container, and digging trenches. Working boots are essential, and we recommend taking a headlamp or other flashlight.

Accomodation and food

You will be accommodated in an apartment directly in the brewery. The apartment consists of a fully equipped kitchen, a living room, a bathroom with a shower and 2 toilets. Volunteers can sleep in the living room or there is also another smaller bedroom. Volunteers will sleep together, some on mattresses with blankets and pillows, others on sleeping mats in sleeping bags.The washing machine, dryer, hairdryer, shower gels and shampoos are available. Wifi is also available. The volunteers will cook the meals together in the fully equipped kitchen from the provided ingredients. Vegan and vegetarian meals are possible.

Location and leisure

Location: The workcamp takes place in Janovice near Rymarov in a protected landscape area of the Jeseniky mountains. Janovice is a small village with 670 inhabitants located in the foothills of Praded Mountain (the highest peak of Jeseniky Mountains). There is a grocery store in the village and a good phone reception everywhere. The closest ATMs and pharmacies are located in the nearby town of Rymarov.


Leisure time: The foothills of the Jeseníky Mountains are home to many remarkable sites, though most require some travel. Highlights include Karlova Studánka, a unique mountain spa with well-preserved 18th-century architecture; Sovinec Castle; Praděd, the highest mountain in Moravia; and the largest waterfalls in northern Moravia. For those looking to stay closer, there are plenty of scenic spots within walking distance that offer breathtaking mountain panoramas. Additionally, on the chateau grounds, visitors can explore an exhibition by the National Heritage Institute inside the chateau building.

Study part: Volunteers will start the workcamp with the workshop Historic Stone Wall Restoration. There will be the possibility to have a guided tour of the castle including a tour around the brewery, visit the local museum, the brocade production exhibition, or the region's outstanding Baroque sacred monument. The local partner will organize a meeting with the local community. For example, you might get the chance to meet a local sculptor, a teacher, a jewelry maker using a 3D printer, or even a world champion in whip cracking!

Project hosted by

This workcamp is organized in cooperation with the Association for the Renovation of the Brewery in Janovice. In 2018 the association took over a 200-year-old neglected brewery in the village of Janovice, northern Moravia. The workcamp aims to reconstruct, revitalize, and clean up the old brewery to fulfill the association’s long-term goal—transforming it into a cultural center for the residents of Janovice. While the brewery’s renovation is an ongoing process, volunteers this year won’t be directly involved in ground breaking or community defining moments. Instead, they will have the opportunity to connect with local professionals and enthusiasts who support the project. Through these interactions, volunteers will experience the community from a different perspective, engage in cultural exchange, and gain insight into the town’s creative and entrepreneurial spirit. At this workcamp, you will actively contribute to the achievement of the United Nation Sustainable Development Goal 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities.

Directions to meeting point

Timetables may change for summer. We will provide more transport details in infoheet later. Feel free to use our application IDOS for all kind of transport around Czech Republic (buses, trains, public city transport). To have a general knowledge how to ge to the meeting point: From the airport take the trolleybus line number 59 to Nadrazi Veleslavin stop. Change to green metro line A in the direction of Depo Hostivar, get off at “Muzeum” and change to red metro line C in the direction of Letnany, go 1 stop and get off at “Hlavni Nadrazi” stop (main railway station). Take Regiojet train RJ 1007 towards Havirov at 11:50 and get off at 13:40 in Zabreh nad Morave. Change to train Os3724 towards Kouty n. Desnou at 14:08, and get off in Sumperk at 14:26. Then walk 5min to catch a bus 920 towards Ostrava from Sumperk bus station at 14:35. Get off the bus on the stop Rymarov Janovice Zamek at 15:26. Please note that it takes close to 4 hours to get there from Prague. The exact info will be provided in the infosheet.

Additional comments

Requirements: We recommend packing a water bottle, sunscreen, sunglasses, headlamp (or any torch) and a hat.

Notes: Beware of allergies: dust. The workcamp is open to everyone, the work can be adjusted to accommodate everyone’s physical ability.

Requirements

The extra fee covers costs of the project not covered by public funding (for example support for campleaders, administrative costs of INEX-SDA). The fee is paid in advance electronically and non-refundable unless proof of severe obstacle (for example illness) is provided.

Sustainable Development Goals

Sustainable Cities and Communities
Czech Republic Czech Republic: Green Oasis in Odolena Voda (SDA 25-103)

Dates

02/08/2025   -   15/08/2025

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Age
18 - 100
Max number of volunteers
15
Still room for
3
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Access with disability
Yes
Nearest airport
Praha (Prague) (PRG)
Nearest bus/train station
Odolena Voda, Komenského Bus Station
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Work

Volunteers will work on a small urban intervention. Work tasks include shaping the terrain, installing the marble run, assisting in the construction of changing rooms and a sauna, painting fences, marking trails, and clearing vegetation in the nature reserve. On rainy days, the work plan focuses on painting the city gallery. Volunteers should come prepared with required work clothes, including sturdy shoes, long pants, and long-sleeved shirts for protection while working with vegetation.

Accomodation and food

Volunteers will be accommodated with camp beds in a local elementary school, where you will be divided into three separate rooms. You will have access to three bathrooms and five toilets. Bring your sleeping bag. WiFi will be available. You will prepare meals together as a group in the school's well-equipped kitchen.

Location and leisure

Location: Odolena Voda, located around 25 minutes by bus from Prague, has a population of around 6,500 people. There is a nice city centre where you can take a walk. It has a few restaurants and also a supermarket. Phone coverage is very good in the area, there is an ATM and a pharmacy in the town.

Leisure time: Recreational options in the workcamp include football, basketball, beach volleyball courts or swimming in a nearby lake. There is access to a public grill to do BBQ’s and volunteers also will have the opportunity to do cycling trips to Mělník and excursions to Prague.

Study part: Workshop on public space - lecture on the concept of public spaces in the city, followed by discussion and brainstorming on the topic. Excursion to the local baroque church, literary evening in the house of a local poet, meeting with the local community - visit to the local volunteer fire-fighters (fire attack, demonstration of techniques), visit the archery club.

Project hosted by

This project is organized in cooperation with the town of Odolena Voda, which is responsible for the management and development of the city. Its main duty is to provide a better quality of life for the local community through taking care of public areas and the greenery surrounding them, developing education and culture and promoting community inclusivity by combating xenophobia. The goal of this workcamp is the construction of a marble run, changing rooms for athletes, and support for the maintenance of a nature reserve. In this project, you are actively contributing to the achievement of the United Nation Sustainable Development Goal 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities.

Directions to meeting point

Timetables may change for summer. We will provide more transport details in infosheet later. Feel free to use our application IDOS for all kind of transport around Czech Republic (buses, trains, public city transport). To have a general knowledge how to ge to the meeting point: From Prague airport, take the trolleybus line number 59 to the “Nadrazi Veleslavin'' stop. Change to green metro line A in the direction of Depo Hostivar, get off at “Muzeum” and change to red metro line C in the direction of Letnany, go 1 stop and get off at “Hlavni Nadrazi” stop (main railway station). From there, you will move to a bus station (around 5 minutes from the train station) and take “Bus 373” at 13:10 and get off at “Odolena Voda, Komenskeho”, from where your campleaders will pick you up and walk you to the accommodation (3 mins).

Additional comments

Requirements: Bring a sleeping bag and clothes and shoes suitable for work that can get dirty - sturdy shoes, long pants and a long shirt or T-shirt for protection when working on green removal.

Notes:This project is perfect for those who enjoy hands-on tasks and aren't afraid to get their hands dirty.

Requirements

The project is open to volunteers facing mental or physical health obstacles or disabilities after individual consultation. Please contact us with information about your condition.

The extra fee covers costs of the project not covered by public funding (for example support for campleaders, administrative costs of INEX-SDA). The fee is paid in advance electronically and non-refundable unless proof of severe obstacle (for example illness) is provided.

Sustainable Development Goals

Sustainable Cities and Communities
Czech Republic Czech Republic: Breath of Renewal for Blansko Rectory (SDA 25-203)

Dates

05/08/2025   -   17/08/2025

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Age
18 - 100
Max number of volunteers
10
Still room for
1
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Nearest airport
Praha (Prague) (PRG)
Nearest bus/train station
Kaplice, Blansko Bus Station
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Work

Volunteers will focus on revitalizing the parish garden, including terrain adjustments, cutting overgrown vegetation, removing unsuitable trees, and mowing the grass. In case of rain, tasks will shift to interior renovation, such as painting, cleaning, and scraping plaster. While no special attire is required, sturdy footwear suitable for outdoor terrain and clothing appropriate for gardening are recommended. The physical demands of the work are moderate.

Accomodation and food

Volunteers will be accommodated directly in the parish building, staying in rooms that accommodate 3-4 people each. Hygiene facilities include two toilets and one shower within the building. Volunteers should bring a sleeping bag, towel and indoor slippers. The accommodation provides Wi-Fi and a microwave, but there is no washing machine. Meals will be prepared communally at the parish, with volunteers taking turns assisting in the kitchen. The cuisine will primarily feature traditional Czech dishes, including meat, but special diets such as gluten-free or vegetarian can be accommodated if needed.

Location and leisure

Location: The workcamp will be held at the Early Baroque rectory in Blansko, near Kaplice, located along the Malše River at the foot of the Novohradské Mountains. Perched atop a hill, the rectory offers a panoramic view of Kaplice and stands next to the Church of St. George. While the current building dates back to the 17th century, its history extends to medieval times. The site also features farm buildings, including granaries and barns, as well as a spacious rectory garden. The nearby town of Kaplice, just 1.5 km away, provides amenities such as a cinema, library, restaurants, sports facilities, and shops.

Leisure time: In their free time, volunteers can explore the nearby town of Kaplice, just 1.5 km away, offering a cinema, library, restaurants, sports facilities, and shops. For nature lovers, a scenic trail runs along the Černá River leading to the Hradiště hill lookout tower. Those interested in history can visit several nearby historical sites, with the stunning town of Český Krumlov only about 25 km away.

Study part: A planned excursion to Tichá Fortress will include a lecture on its reconstruction, providing insight into historical preservation. Volunteers will also attend a lecture on historical paintings and their restoration, gaining a deeper understanding of traditional art conservation. Additionally, there is a possibility of an excursion to the Velešín Museum, where they can explore local folk culture and heritage.

Project hosted by

Spolek Přátel Kestřanských Tvrzí is dedicated to preserving and revitalizing historical buildings, ensuring their restoration while making them accessible to the public. Alongside architectural conservation, the organization actively promotes traditional crafts, passing down knowledge and hands-on experience to future generations. The main goal of this project is breathing new life into the abandoned and deteriorated rectory, transforming it into a vibrant space for community gatherings, artists, experts, and visitors. This effort includes the revitalization of the rectory’s surroundings and garden, with plans to gradually open parts of it to the public. By infusing the restoration with a cultural dimension and a strong emphasis on community engagement, the project aims to create a dynamic and inspiring environment where history meets creativity. At this workcamp, you will actively contribute to the achievement of United Nation Sustainable Development Goal 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities.

Directions to meeting point

Timetables may change for summer. We will provide more transport details in infoheet later. Feel free to use our application IDOS for all kind of transport around Czech Republic (buses, trains, public city transport). To have a general knowledge how to ge to the meeting point: From Prague to Kaplice it takes 3 hours. You need to change two times busses.

Additional comments

Requirements: No special requirements more than eager to help and accompany us in this adventure, Remember to wear sturdy footwear suitable for outdoor terrain and clothing appropriate for gardening work are recommended.

Notes: Bring a sleeping bag and a sleeping mat. In order to ensure a comfortable environment for all, smoking is not allowed inside the building. A designated smoking area has been set up for your convenience.

Requirements

The extra fee covers costs of the project not covered by public funding (for example support for campleaders, administrative costs of INEX-SDA). The fee is paid in advance electronically and non-refundable unless proof of severe obstacle (for example illness) is provided.

Sustainable Development Goals

Sustainable Cities and Communities
Czech Republic Czech Republic: Superheroes without Borders (SDA 25-302)

Dates

16/08/2025   -   23/08/2025

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Age
18 - 100
Max number of volunteers
10
Still room for
4
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Access with disability
Yes
Nearest airport
Praha (Prague) (PRG)
Nearest bus/train station
Mukařov, Borovice Bus Station
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Work

The project aims to bring together Czech and international volunteers, people with or without disabilities, kids, youth or adults (age 6-30) and help with the organisation of summer camps. The participants will include people with various disabilities, primarily intellectual disabilities such as autism and Down syndrome, with a few individuals using wheelchairs. Volunteers will cooperate with Czech assistants and help their fellow campers with disabilities with daily tasks such as dressing, eating, personal hygiene and participation in the camp program. The theme for this year's camp is the Middle Ages. Be ready for a lot of games and activities. During the camp, volunteers might work longer hours, nevertheless, there will be enough freetime for rest and trips before and after the camp.

Accomodation and food

There will be two accommodation locations. Before the camp, volunteers will stay at the scout center. The rooms have three beds each, and the showers and toilets are located in the same building. During this time, volunteers will prepare all their meals themselves. A small kitchen will also be accessible. Wi-Fi and washing machine are available at both accommodations (please bring your own laundry detergent).

Once the camp starts, volunteers will move to the campsite. Where they will be accommodated in the main building of the complex, there are rooms for 6-7 people with beds and bed sheets. Bathrooms and toilets are common on each floor. Volunteers will eat together with assistants and participants – breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks will be provided by the accommodation facility. The kitchen will not be available to the volunteers, inform us in advance about any special diet you might have so local partners can accommodate it.

Location and leisure

Location: The location of the camp is in a recreation area near Mukarov. There are all amenities (rooms, dining room, swimming pool, outdoor sports field). Nevertheless, the area is located in nature and there are no public amenities in the immediate vicinity. In case of need, you can ask the campleaders and they will drive to a store or pharmacy in the closest town.

Leisure time: There are several possibilities for sports activities right in the complex - indoor swimming pool, football, playground, table tennis, beach volleyball court. Volunteers can go on a trip to the nearest bigger cities such as Mlada Boleslav or Liberec. The local partner will also organize an intercultural evening.

Study part: Volunteers will learn about different types of disabilities (there will be clients with autism, Down syndrome, wheelchair users, etc). Through their trained campleaders, they will learn how to assist the people in their daily lives. Volunteers will have a chance to learn some basic Czech phrases – which will be helpful during the camp.

Project hosted by

This project takes place in a recreational area in the small village of Borovice in cooperation with the local NGO Centre for All. Centre for All organizes free-time activities and summer camps for children and youth with and without disabilities. The aim of the project is to help the Centre for All to prepare and run a summer camp for people with or without disabilities. At this project, you will actively contribute to the achievement of the United Nation Sustainable Development Goal 10 Reduced Inequalities.

Directions to meeting point

Meeting point will be different that the place of your workcamp. Meeting point will be at Nymburk (Kolínska 282/10, 28802, Nymburk). Timetables may change for summer. We will provide more transport details in infoheet later. Feel free to use our application IDOS for all kind of transport around Czech Republic (buses, trains, public city transport). To have a general knowledge how to ge to the meeting point: From Prague to Nymburk: There are a direct trains (journey takes 1 hour).

Additional comments

Requirements: A detailed motivation letter, a medical certificate stating that the volunteer fits to work with children and a sworn declaration of the nonexistence of any criminal record sent with the application form are required. Alcohol consumption and smoking are prohibited during the camp, during the free time it is allowed for 18+ volunteers only under specific conditions and after the agreement with the campleaders.

Notes: We are especially looking for outgoing and creative volunteers with good communication skills who enjoy working with youth. This project is also suitable for volunteers with fewer opportunities under the program Volunteering for All.

Requirements

The project is open to volunteers facing mental or physical health obstacles or disabilities after individual consultation. Please contact us with information about your condition.

The extra fee covers costs of the project not covered by public funding (for example support for campleaders, administrative costs of INEX-SDA). The fee is paid in advance electronically and non-refundable unless proof of severe obstacle (for example illness) is provided.

Sustainable Development Goals

Reduced Inequalities
Czech Republic Czech Republic: Back to the Nature for Families (SDA 25-400)

Dates

23/08/2025   -   30/08/2025

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CZK 2995 i Fee is paid in two installments:

CZK 1750 to be paid now.
EUR 50 is to be paid after acceptance.

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Age
5 - 100
Max number of volunteers
20
Still room for
13
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Nearest airport
Praha (Prague) (PRG)
Nearest bus/train station
Last stop of the bus 440251 3 in the direction to “Lesna, Stara Knizeci Hut”.
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Work

Children and parents will work together when possible (e.g. helping with cooking, collecting wood, harvesting vegetables and gardening). Work will be organized in two groups. The first one will be working in a nature reserve located 3km away from the campsite, their work will consist of mowing grass, raking and collecting grass. Please note that the meadows can be very wet; bring waterproof working shoes (or rubber boots), working gloves, a raincoat and a hat to protect yourself from the sun. The second group will be working on the campsite preparing food, collecting wood, doing maintenance tasks or working in the nearby forest.

Accomodation and food

Volunteers will be accommodated in tee-pees with a fireplace in the centre. You will sleep on wooden pads and mattresses stuffed with hay. Nights in the forest might be very cold, even frosty, so bring a very warm sleeping bag, camping mat and some warm clothes. You will bathe in a small river with cold water next to the campsite, the toilets are outdoors. Everyone will cook together as a group on a fireplace. The food is only vegetarian (or vegans / gluten free variants). You can charge your cell phone with a small solar-electricity generator. There is limited phone coverage and no Wifi.

Location and leisure

Location: The workcamp takes place in the Bohemian Forest near Stara Knizeci Hut. The campsite is located in the valley of the Celni stream, an isolated part of the village of Lesna in the Bohemian Forest near the German border. There is limited phone coverage. The nearest bus stop is Stara Knizeci Hut and the nearest bigger town is Tachov where you can find ATMs, pharmacies, doctors etc. The campsite is located about 30 minutes walk from the nearest bus station. Bus runs once a day to Tachov.

Leisure time: The main activity is hiking in the surrounding countryside. You can visit the ruins of the Zahaji castle or go on trips to nearby towns (e.g. Marianske Lazne). The project is situated on the border with Germany; a trip to Germany could be an option. Besides, you can try archery, play games or experience an Indian sauna. If you have any games, musical instruments or any other activity you could share or teach the group in the campsite conditions, you are welcome to bring them.

Study part: It includes evening discussions about climate, environment, sustainability and sustainable camps around the fire. You will have the unique opportunity to try archery, participate in fun games and learn to recognize the stars. Also, as you will be living in close contact with nature, you will improve your camping skills and learn a lot about local fauna and flora.

Project hosted by

The workcamp is organized in cooperation with EUROSOLAR. EUROSOLAR promotes renewable energies and a sustainable lifestyle; it engages in youth environmental education and organizes environmental summer camps for children, youth and families. The workcamp takes place in a remote but exceptionally beautiful, hilly area of the Bohemian Forest, near the western border of the Czech Republic. The campsite is isolated from civilization volunteers are welcome to try a basic and active lifestyle in the forest. The main goal is to help maintain meadows in a nature-protected area, maintain the campsite and enjoy nature. At this workcamp, you will actively contribute to the achievement of UN SDG15 Life on Land.

Directions to meeting point

Timetables may change for summer. We will provide more transport details in infoheet later. Feel free to use our application IDOS for all kind of transport around Czech Republic (buses, trains, public city transport). To have a general knowledge how to ge to the meeting point: From the airport take the trolleybus line number 59 to Nadrazi Veleslavin stop. Change to green metro line A in the direction of Depo Hostivar, get off at “Muzeum” and change to red metro line C in the direction of Letnany, go 1 stop and get off at “Hlavni Nadrazi” stop (main railway station). Take the train IC562 Zapadni Express at 12:23 and get off at Plzen at 13:58. Go to the bus station in front of the train station and T 14:10 take the bus 440251 3 in the direction to “Lesna, Stara Knizeci Hut”. Get off at this last stop at 16:03. The meeting point is at the bus stop. PAY ATTENTION! THIS IS THE ONLY CONNECTION YOU CAN TAKE ON THIS DAY!

Additional comments

*IMPORTANT NOTE: This workcamp is for families with 5+ years old children or individuals therefore we just accept volunteers with childrens or adolescence.

Requirements: Bring clothes and shoes suitable for work, rubber boots and a raincoat, a warm sleeping bag, a sleeping mat and warm clothes for the night. To reach the workcamp you will take forest paths, therefore you need to pack your stuff in a backpack rather than in luggage. There is a strict no alcohol and drugs policy at the campsite.

Notes: We expect participants to be nature lovers, open-minded, flexible and interested in living in an eco-friendly and community way. Every year, there are several children and family-friendly camps organized, so even if the accommodation and facilities are basic, they are suitable for children. Because the work will take place outside, beware of allergies to grass, pollen, insects, etc. The food is traditionally vegetarian and consumption of alcohol is prohibited.

Requirements

Participation fee: 50€ adult and 25 € child. The extra fee covers costs of the project not covered by public funding (for example support for campleaders, administrative costs of INEX-SDA). The fee is paid in advance electronically and non-refundable unless proof of severe obstacle (for example illness) is provided.

Sustainable Development Goals

Life on Land
Czech Republic Czech Republic: Back to the Nature (SDA 25-401)

Dates

30/08/2025   -   12/09/2025

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Details on the project

Age
18 - 100
Max number of volunteers
10
Still room for
7
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Nearest airport
Praha (Prague) (PRG)
Nearest bus/train station
Last stop of the bus 440251 3 in the direction to “Lesna, Stara Knizeci Hut”.
Map

Work

You will work in a natural reserve about 3 km away from the campsite to which one volunteers will arrive by foot. The main work will consist of mowing, raking and collecting grass on protected meadows. This work might be physically demanding. As the meadows can be very wet, make sure to bring waterproof working shoes (or rubber boots), gloves, rain gear and a hat to protect yourself from the sun. Work gloves will be provided to the participants. Volunteers will also work directly in the campsite on maintenance tasks and in the nearby forest by doing various manual jobs. At the end of the workcamp, you will help to dismantle the campsite and to transport all the material to Prague where it will be stored during winter.

Accomodation and food

Volunteers will be accommodated in tee-pees with a fireplace in the centre. You will sleep on wooden pads and mattresses stuffed with hay. Nights in the forest might be very cold, even frosty, so bring a very warm sleeping bag, camping mat and some warm clothes. You will bathe in a small river with cold water next to the campsite, the toilets are outdoors. Everyone will cook together as a group on a fireplace. The food is only vegetarian (or vegans / gluten free variants). You can charge your cell phone with a small solar-electricity generator. There is limited phone coverage and no Wifi.

Location and leisure

Location: The workcamp takes place in the Bohemian Forest near Stara Knizeci Hut. The campsite is located in the valley of the Celni stream, an isolated part of the village of Lesna in the Bohemian Forest near the German border. There is limited phone coverage. The nearest bus stop is Stara Knizeci Hut and the nearest bigger town is Tachov where you can find ATMs, pharmacies, doctors etc. The campsite is located about 30 minutes walk from the nearest bus station. Bus runs once a day to Tachov.

Leisure time: The main activity is hiking in the surrounding countryside. You can visit the ruins of the Zahaji castle or go on trips to nearby towns (e.g. Marianske Lazne). The project is situated on the border with Germany; a trip to Germany could be an option. Besides, you can try archery, play games or experience an Indian sauna. If you have any games, musical instruments or any other activity you could share or teach the group in the campsite conditions, you are welcome to bring them.

Study part: It includes evening discussions about climate crisis, environment, sustainability and sustainable camps around the fire. You will have the unique opportunity to try archery, participate in fun games and learn to recognize the stars. Also, as you will be living in close contact with nature, you will improve your camping skills and learn a lot about local fauna and flora.

Project hosted by

The workcamp is organised in cooperation with EUROSOLAR. This organization promotes renewable energies and a sustainable lifestyle through educating young people about the environment and organizing summer camps for children, youth, and families to promote environmental awareness. The workcamp takes place in a remote but exceptionally beautiful, hilly area of the Bohemian Forest, near the western border of the Czech Republic. The campsite is isolated from civilization . Volunteers are welcome in trying out a basic and active lifestyle in the forest. The main goal is to help maintain meadows in a nature-protected area and maintain the campsite. At this workcamp, you will actively contribute to the achievement of the United Nation Sustainable Development Goal 15 Life on Land.

Directions to meeting point

Timetables may change for summer. We will provide more transport details in infoheet later. Feel free to use our application IDOS for all kind of transport around Czech Republic (buses, trains, public city transport). To have a general knowledge how to ge to the meeting point: From the airport take the trolleybus line number 59 to the Nadrazi Veleslavin stop. Change to green metro line A in the direction of Depo Hostivar, get off at “Muzeum” and change to red metro line C in the direction of Letnany, go 1 stop and get off at “Hlavni Nadrazi” stop (main railway station). Take the train IC562 Zapadni Express at 12:23 and get off at Plzen at 13:58. Go to the bus station in front of the train station and at 14:10 take the bus 440251 3 in the direction to “Lesna, Stara Knizeci Hut”. Get off at this last stop at 16:03. The meeting point is at the bus stop. PAY ATTENTION! THIS IS THE ONLY CONNECTION YOU CAN TAKE ON THIS DAY!

Additional comments

Requirements: Bring a warm sleeping bag, a mat and warm clothes. There is a strict no alcohol and drugs policy at the campsite. Please note that the last three days are dedicated to dismantling the campsite and transporting all the material to Prague. Therefore leaving the workcamp earlier is not an option.

Notes: We expect volunteers to enjoy camping and being outdoorsy. This camp is perfect for volunteers who want to enjoy living and working in basic conditions in close touch with nature. If you are ready for this, an amazing experience is waiting for you! The workcamp might be also suitable for people with social, economic and some health disadvantages. Please, let us know ahead if you need any assistance. To reach the workcamp you will take forest paths, therefore you need to pack your stuff in a backpack rather than in luggage. Because you will be outside all the time, beware of all kinds of allergies (grass, pollen, insects, hay etc.). The food is vegetarian only. Alcohol is forbidd

Requirements

The extra fee covers costs of the project not covered by public funding (for example support for campleaders, administrative costs of INEX-SDA). The fee is paid in advance electronically and non-refundable unless proof of severe obstacle (for example illness) is provided.

Sustainable Development Goals

Life on Land
Czech Republic Czech Republic: Create a Place of Culture and Reconciliation (SDA 25-W02)

Dates

30/08/2025   -   04/09/2025

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Details on the project

Age
18 - 100
Max number of volunteers
10
Still room for
4
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Access with disability
Yes
Nearest airport
Praha (Prague) (PRG)
Nearest bus/train station
Česká Kamenice Train Station
Map

Work

Volunteers will maintain the former prison barracks, clean invasive vegetation, improve rest areas, paint fences and benches, and upkeep hiking trails in Rabštejn Valley. In case of rain, tasks will include cleaning city sites like the funeral chapel and the Culture House for a major in the future. Appropriate clothing and footwear to work are required. The work is moderately demanding, with tasks adaptable to participants abilities.

Accomodation and food

Volunteers will be accommodated in the town’s tourist hostel. There will be rooms with beds, an upstairs common room and an equipped kitchen with fridge, stove, oven and microwave. On each floor, there are 2 bathrooms with showers, toilets and a washing machine. Wifi is available. Volunteers will cook for themselves from the provided ingredients and eat in the common room or outside.

Location and leisure

Location: The workcamp will be held in the town of Ceska Kamenice which is located in the north of Bohemia on the borderline of three protected landscape areas. The nearest one is Bohemian Switzerland National Park just on the outskirts of the town. The village has approximately 5,100 inhabitants . The city centre consists of a well-preserved urban heritage zone with several cultural monuments. For these reasons, the town is a natural centre of tourism. There are shops, a pharmacy, an ATM and several cafés and restaurants. The phone reception in the town is good. In the nearby Rabstejn Valley lie the ruins of the former concentration camp the phone reception might be weak.

Leisure time: Volunteers can go on a trip to the surrounding areas. There are three protected landscape areas, Czech Swiss National Park, and many other cultural monuments. There is also a swimming pool, a sports complex (ball games and outdoor tennis/badminton courts), a water park and Via Ferrata in Decin, a slackline, etc. Feel free to bring your musical instruments.

Study part: Upon arrival, volunteers will be personally welcomed by the Mayor of Česká Kamenice, followed by a city walk and a guided English tour of the main historical site. At the beginning or end of the workcamp (depending on the date), a meeting will be organized with students from Česká Kamenice High School, German high school students from nearby Sebnitz, and students from the English College of Prague, as well as World War II survivors, historians, and experts. These events will include lectures, oral history interviews, discussions, and excursions.

Project hosted by

The workcamp is organised in cooperation with the town of Ceska Kamenice located on the borderline of three protected landscape areas in the Northern Bohemian region. The workcamp will take place where ruins of the former concentration camp of Rabstejn lie. The goal of the workcamp is to keep building upon the efforts of previous years in the Rabštejn Valley, focusing on the ongoing maintenance and preservation of the former prison barracks ruins. This includes enhancing their visibility—both physically and in public awareness—and marking new hiking trails through the valley. Additionally, plans are underway for a new educational and visitor center, as well as a memorial that will artistically and historically commemorate the site's pre-war, wartime, and post-war history. At this workcamp, you will actively contribute to the achievement of United Nation Sustainable Development Goal 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities.

Directions to meeting point

Timetables may change for summer. We will provide more transport details in infoheet later. Feel free to use our application IDOS for all kind of transport around Czech Republic (buses, trains, public city transport). To have a general knowledge how to ge to the meeting point: From Prague airport, take the trolleybus line number 59 to the “Nadrazi Veleslavin'' stop. Change to green metro line A in the direction of Depo Hostivar, get off at “Muzeum” and change to red metro line C in the direction of Letnany, go 1 stop and get off at “Hlavni Nadrazi” stop (main railway station). At 14:45, take train R 686 Labe from “Praha hlavni nadrazi” to “Decin hlavni nadrazi”. At 16:36, take train Os 6660 from “Decin hlavni nadrazi” to “Česká Kamenice”. Arrival at 17:05. Your campleader will be waiting there for you and take you to the accommodation.

Additional comments

Requirements: Bring warm clothes and footwear suitable for work and hiking, including waterproof clothing, and a towel. Bring your favourite national recipes to prepare for the others and if you need any special ingredients from your country, take them along.

IMPORTANT NOTE : Since this is a very short-term project, we highly encourage international participants to use eco-friendly means of transport and to connect this volunteering opportunity with longer holiday in Czechia.

Requirements

This workcamp is open to volunteers with mental health conditions.

The extra fee covers costs of the project not covered by public funding (for example support for campleaders, administrative costs of INEX-SDA). The fee is paid in advance electronically and non-refundable unless proof of severe obstacle (for example illness) is provided.

Sustainable Development Goals

Sustainable Cities and Communities