Join me on a creative and sustainable living journey in Alcobaça, Portugal

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  Beschreibung

  Hello!
  
  I'm Christof – originally from Germany. After many years in Paris, I've started a new chapter in a peaceful Portuguese village. I'm gradually restoring a traditional "Quinta" ruins (wine farm) to become my home – a space for creativity, nature, and
  meaningful human connection.
  
  I'd love to host kind, curious people who enjoy helping with simple, shared tasks and exchanging experiences in a relaxed and friendly setting.
  
  What I offer:
  - A peaceful location close to Alcobaça and Nazaré (10–25 minutes away)
  - A small camper van for your accommodation (with bedding provided). You can also add
  your camper or tent.
  - One shared meal per day and a warm, welcoming atmosphere
  - We also have cats around, if that matters to you as much as it does to us
  - Plenty of free time to explore, rest, or pursue your own projects
  - Language exchange (German, French, English, and Portuguese)
  
  If you're looking for a slower rhythm of life, time in nature, and a personal project to be part of, I'd love to hear from you! Take a look at the two positions below for what kind of help I'm currently looking for.

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  Arten von Hilfe und Lernmöglichkeiten

  Sprachpraxis

  Hilfe bei Ökoprojekten

  Leichte Gartenarbeit

  Kreative Heimwerkerprojekte

  Betreuung von Tieren

  Zubereiten / Kochen von Mahlzeiten für die Familie

  Hausarbeiten

  Leichte Instandhaltungsarbeiten

  Haus- & Haustiersitting
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  Interessengebiete

  

  Leben im Camper-Van

  

  Technik

  

  Nachhaltigkeit

  

  Selbstentwicklung

  

  Politik & Soziales

  

  Haustiere

  

  Gärtnern

  

  Fotografie

  

  Musik

  

  Sprachen

  

  Gartenarbeiten

  

  Heimwerken & DIY

  

  Kochen & Backen

  

  Tischlerarbeiten

  

  Bücher

  

  Astronomie

  

  Architektur

  

  Tiere

  

  Yoga / Wellness

  

  Wintersport

  

  Mannschaftssportarten

  

  Outdoor-Aktivitäten

  

  Natur

  

  Gebirge

  

  Wandern

  

  Tanzen

  

  Camping

  

  Strand

  

  Erlebnissportarten
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  Kultureller Austausch und Lernmöglichkeiten

  Staying here means being part of a personal and evolving life project in rural Portugal. You’ll experience the slower rhythm of village life, surrounded by nature, and have the chance to learn about traditional Portuguese culture through daily life, food, and local surroundings. We can share languages – I speak German, French, English, and some Portuguese – and I’m always happy to exchange ideas about sustainability, creativity, and simple living. Whether it's gardening, cooking together, or reflecting over a cup of coffee, I hope this place offers a chance to connect, share perspectives, and learn from one another in a relaxed, friendly way.
  
  Beyond practical skills, we’ll also share meals, stories, and perspectives – and hopefully inspire each other along the way..

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  Arbeit

  1) Help with Simple Eco-Building Tasks on a Nature-Close, Slow-Living Quinta
  
  Description:
  We're expanding our Quinta in Alcobaça, Portugal, to host more volunteers and workers going forward, and would love a hand with the simple, everyday tasks involved — sanding and finishing wood, tidying and organizing the building site, basic assembly work alongside me, and helping keep tools and materials in order. No experience needed, just an interest in learning and pitching in — this is about contributing to a shared project, not a construction job. There's room for your own ideas, and some quiet time to yourself alongside the work.
  
  Main tasks: sanding and finishing wood, tidying the site, helping with basic assembly, organizing tools and materials.
  
  Skills: Willingness to learn, DIY enthusiasm, tidiness.Autumn Planting & Land Care on a Nature-Close, Slow-Living Quinta
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  2) Autumn Planting & Land Care on a Nature-Close Quinta
  
  Description:
  Autumn is planting season here in Alcobaça, and we could use a hand getting the land ready for winter. Looking for people who enjoy being outdoors and want to get properly stuck into soil prep, clearing and planting. Not looking for experts — just willing hands and some genuine interest in growing things. Contributing alongside some quiet time for your own projects is welcome.
  
  Main tasks: soil preparation, planting trees/seeds, weeding, composting, general land clearing.
  
  Skills: Gardening, Permaculture, Farming.
  
  it’s about enjoying shared activities, learning together, and contributing in a laid-back environment.

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  Sprachen

  Gesprochene Sprachen
  Deutsch: Fließend
  Englisch: Fließend
  Französisch: Fließend
  Portugiesisch: Grundkenntnisse

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  Dieser Gastgeber gibt an, dass er dir gern seine Muttersprache beibringt oder selbst eine Sprache lernen möchte.
  Bitte wende dich direkt an ihn, um weitere Auskünfte zu erhalten.
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  Unterkunft

  A small camper van for your accommodation – parked in a quiet corner of the property. It has a comfortable bed (with bedding and blankets provided), basic lighting, and access to water and electricity. It’s simple but cozy – a perfect little space to relax and enjoy your stay!
  You'll have access to and share my kitchen and bathroom. The kitchen is fully equipped, and you're welcome to use it to cook your own meals. We'll be sharing both kitchen and bathroom, so I just ask for a basic level of clenliness and respect for shared spaces.
  The campervan has its own small cooking facilities, so you're free to choose where and how you'd like to cook

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  Was noch ...

  As the Quinta is in a rather remote location, you are of course welcome to stay on the domaine all the time, and you can also join me when I go for groceries. However, you will enjoy having your own car, as it gives you more freedom to explore the beautiful surroundings, visit the coast and beaches (20–25 minutes away), and do your groceries whenever you like...

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  Etwas mehr Information

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    Internet Zugang

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    Eingeschränkter Internet Zugang

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    Wir besitzen Tiere

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    Wir sind Raucher

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    Familien möglich

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  Kann Digital Nomads unterbringen

  Dieser Gastgeber nimmt gern Digital Nomads bei sich auf.

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  Platz zum Abstellen von Camper Vans

  There is a camping spot with a small camper van within a 120m² patio, enclosed by three buildings, offering a cozy and sheltered space. Alternatively, there’s another spot about 50 meters away from the buildings, more secluded and surrounded by nature – but it’s only accessible with a camper that can handle rough terrain.

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  Hier sind Haustiere in der Regel willkommen

  Pets are very welcome – as long as they get along well with my cats 😉

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  Kapazität - wie viele Workawayer maximal

  zwei

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  Meine Tiere/Haustiere

  Miki

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