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We are an international, spiritual (Hare Krishna), rural living community, in the forest of Western Germany in the "Saar Hunsrück Nationalpark". There are on average 15-25 international people of various ages living here.
We help people to become the best version of themselves through spiritual education (daily morning classes on Vedic texts and weekly meetings on spiritual topics), mental health and fitness (weekly yoga and mantra meditations), and a regulated natural lifestyle with a vegetarian diet (cooking classes on request)!
Please contact us if you also would like to discover any of these topics!
We are a community that cares, so you can have the best experience!
What you could offer to support us is some practical help in the flower and vegetable garden, renovation and building projects, general cleaning, and if you like, even helping with cooking our famous and delicious vegetarian dishes. The work depends on the time of the year. For example, most of the garden work is done in spring and summer, in autumn we mainly have to cut the grass and clean the buildings. In winter, indoor cleaning, renovation work, carrying wood for the heating system, and help in the kitchen are needed the most. You will also certainly have time to join in our temple programs, practice together weekly yoga, meet our friendly spiritual-oriented community, read in our library, and enjoy personal time in nature!
At the moment help in the garden would be much appreciated. 🌻
Our spiritual community is ideal for workaway's who are looking for more meaning in their life🙏🏻
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We are located in Germany, but you won't really feel that you are in Germany here! And you won't feel that you are in India either. It's really unique. The opportunity to learn here is endless, whether spiritual or physical, as we practice a way of life that is thousands of years old. Feel free to ask as many questions as you want, everyone here is happy to share what they have learned!
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
We have some garden work going on and need help with maintaining it. Also some general land maintenance around the buildings.
In our buildings, we have some renovation work and would be happy for helping hands! If you have some experience with any of this, wonderful!
Besides that, we will engage you in helping to keep the community buildings clean, and maybe sometimes helping the cooks with vegetable cutting.
As mentioned before, the tasks really depend on the time of year and whether there are festivals going on. You are welcome to inquire what exactly your tasks will be when you write us.
A working day here starts at about 10 AM, lunch at 1:30, and workday finishes at about 5 PM. Maximum 4 hours daily.
**We do not provide any health insurance. So please if you’d like to come make sure you come with your own health insurance! And that you can show it to us before starting! (:
Languages spoken
Danish: Fluent
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
Croatian: Fluent
Italian: Fluent
Russian: Fluent
Slovenian: Fluent
Ukrainian: Fluent
Accommodation
We have various types of accommodations. Sometimes you may have your own room (with a shared bathroom), and sometimes you might need to share it with other volunteers. It really depends on the availability at the moment as many visitors are often coming and going.
We cook the most amazing lacto-vegetarian food. Our milk comes from a nearby local farmer.
We request every guest not to bring any meat, fish, eggs, alcohol, drugs, cigarettes, or other intoxications onto the property (more on this below).
What else ...
This is something like a monastery here. We are friendly and open people, but also busy in our monastic way of life. What this means is that we might not be able to take a lot of time with you due to our busy schedule. There are times of course when we might eat together and work together, and other times when you might be given tasks to do alone. We have many various temple programs in the morning and evening with singing kirtan, meditation, and philosophical lectures, and you are of course welcome to join whenever you want.
At various times during the year, we run festivals where hundreds of people come for a few days and the atmosphere is very lively! During those times accommodation gets very tight, and there will be more activity to help out with, and also more fun! We will let you know if your requested dates are around a festival time.
We like to have around 2-3 helpers at a time, so there is a chance that you have an association with the other helpers.
We are in the middle of a forest. The nearest town with shops is a 15-minute drive away (Birkenfeld), and the nearest (tiny) village is a 2-minute drive or 30-minute walk down a beautiful river. If you wish to have a quiet retreat from busy life then this is a good place for you. If you like a lot of action and want to visit cities and are interested in sightseeing then you might not be so satisfied here.
In your free time, you can explore the beautiful surrounding forest and rivers of the National Park Saar-Hunsruck. A popular hiking trail passes our property. If you want to go to the town for shopping we could drive you from time to time. (We can also pick things up for you if you give us a list!) If you want to see some of the cities around you can either come with us when we go to events in the city (about once a week we go for a few hours to sing to Trier or Kaiserslautern), or take our 5€ taxi service to the train station Neubrücke, from which you can reach Mainz or Saarbrucken in about an hour.
English is the primary language used here. For those wanting to learn German, it is possible, but you should be eager as we will not force you. About half of the 15-20 residents speak German.
We are a classical "Hare Krishna" temple community and practice spiritual life mostly consisting of mantra meditation, singing together to worship Krishna, and doing practical work ("service") for God.
In addition to the program mentioned above, we follow the “4 regulative principles of human life” which help us to focus more on the spiritual life. They is no eating of meat, fish, or eggs, no intoxications, no illicit sex, and no gambling. Out of respect to the residents here, we also ask our volunteers to follow these simple regulations during their visit.
Also, we request our helpers to dress modestly here, which in simple terms would mean no mini-skirts, short shorts, or tank tops. We have a collection of clothes available to borrow if you need something extra for work or a warm jacket.
We look forward to welcoming you here!
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
Not all the bedrooms have a flawless internet connection, but there are rooms like the library for example, which are digital nomad friendly!
Space for parking camper vans
We have plenty of space, electricity, and water available.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Host ref number: 344668948144
Feedback (63)
19 Oct 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Mais)
It was a pleasure to host Mais. She is a joyful, open-minded and kind person. She was helping us on the project with cooking, cleaning etc. being flexible and ready for everything what is needed to be done. Furthermore, she became our friend and we already miss her.
(Excellent
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11 Oct 2024
Left by Workawayer (Mais) for host
Staying in this forest sanctuary was the best first workaway experience I could have ever hoped for. From the moment I arrived, I felt an immediate connection to both the place and the people. The kindness and spiritual wisdom shared by almost everyone in the community left a lasting impact on me. I spent many days hiking through the mesmerizing… read more
18 Jun 2024
Left by Workawayer (Jimmy) for host
The time I spent here is difficult to describe in words; the best thing about this place is the people who inhabit it. More than the good energy, the wonderful landscapes, the tranquility of nature, and the excellent food, it’s the people that truly make the difference. It’s no surprise that all the ratings are 5 stars; it would be unimaginable to… read more
3 Jun 2024
Left by Workawayer (Saman) for host
I spent a great week in this temple and met some very interesting people. Most of the time I was alone with myself and I used the lonely times to observe my mind and inner workings and sometimes study. Sometimes I helped in the kitchen and sometimes in the garden and learned many things. Overall, I recommend this place to those who are interested… read more
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19 Oct 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Mais)
It was a pleasure to host Mais. She is a joyful, open-minded and kind person. She was helping us on the project with cooking, cleaning etc. being flexible and ready for everything what is needed to be done. Furthermore, she became our friend and we already miss her.
(Excellent)
11 Oct 2024
Left by Workawayer (Mais) for host
Staying in this forest sanctuary was the best first workaway experience I could have ever hoped for. From the moment I arrived, I felt an immediate connection to both the place and the people. The kindness and spiritual wisdom shared by almost everyone in the community left a lasting impact on me. I spent many days hiking through the mesmerizing… read more
18 Jun 2024
Left by Workawayer (Jimmy) for host
The time I spent here is difficult to describe in words; the best thing about this place is the people who inhabit it. More than the good energy, the wonderful landscapes, the tranquility of nature, and the excellent food, it’s the people that truly make the difference. It’s no surprise that all the ratings are 5 stars; it would be unimaginable to… read more
3 Jun 2024
Left by Workawayer (Saman) for host
I spent a great week in this temple and met some very interesting people. Most of the time I was alone with myself and I used the lonely times to observe my mind and inner workings and sometimes study. Sometimes I helped in the kitchen and sometimes in the garden and learned many things. Overall, I recommend this place to those who are interested… read more
23 May 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Venla)
We are so happy that Venla was staying in our community. She was eager to help and to learn new things, very open-minded and respectful to the new environment. She was nicely doing her daily duties and ready for spontaneous tasks. Venla became our friend and we still miss her.
(Excellent)
30 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (Venla) for host
This place offered a lot of new things to experience and consider, and I ended up staying for 3 months.
I enjoyed the spiritual atmosphere and the energy, the location in nature, and the whole culture with so many beautiful customs, stories, and celebrations.
There’s a lot to learn, and we had lectures, philosophical discussions, meditation… read more
I enjoyed the spiritual atmosphere and the energy, the location in nature, and the whole culture with so many beautiful customs, stories, and celebrations.
There’s a lot to learn, and we had lectures, philosophical discussions, meditation… read more
8 Apr 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Caterine)
We were so happy to host Caterine. She is open-minded, friendly person. We had many deep talks and nice exchanges about life. She was helping us with gardening, cooking, cleaning etc. She is responsible and fast to learn new things. From whole our community we wish you all the best on your journey of life:)
(Excellent)
3 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (Caterine) for host
I had the chance to be part of the Hare Krishna community during the month of July/2023. It was one of the best experiences of my life, where I learned a lot about a new way of life and philosophy, as well as about myself. I also had the chance to live and get to know people from all around the world! The food was vegetarian and really tasty!
The… read more
The… read more
24 Feb 2024
Left by Workawayer (Elena Laura) for host
I stayed 4 weeks during January and it was a very pleasant staying.
I chose this place as my first experience abroad especially for the place situated in the middle of nature and because of the opportunity to have a language exchange with other travellers. At the end of my journey I didn't expect but I had the opportunity to discuss more about… read more
I chose this place as my first experience abroad especially for the place situated in the middle of nature and because of the opportunity to have a language exchange with other travellers. At the end of my journey I didn't expect but I had the opportunity to discuss more about… read more
9 Feb 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Elena Laura)
It was such a pleasure to host Laura. She is responsible, open-minded person, ready to help you in any moment. We also had a lot of fun together:)
(Excellent)
9 Feb 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Pim)
It was a pleasure to host Pim as our helper. He is really responsible, kind and open-minded person. He was carefully helping us in the garden. Thank you for everything, Pim:)
(Excellent)
5 Jul 2023
Left by Workawayer (Pim) for host
The last 2 weeks I stayed and volunteered in Germany. It was a great experience were I got to know a lot of nice people and 2 other awesome workawayers of whom I spend most time with.
The Ashram or temple is located in the forest and mountainy area. It's very quiet and peaceful and there is a little river. The property is big and has 3 main… read more
The Ashram or temple is located in the forest and mountainy area. It's very quiet and peaceful and there is a little river. The property is big and has 3 main… read more
9 Jan 2024
Left by Workawayer (Emma Henrike) for host
Wow, there is so much to say about this amazing place! I was at the temple for 3-4 weeks in November 2023 and had a really enriching time there. First of all, I felt very welcome and relaxed during my stay because all the people are really friendly and make sure that the volunteers' needs are met!
Also, we were a great group of volunteers and I… read more
Also, we were a great group of volunteers and I… read more
20 Dec 2023
Left by Workawayer (Martin) for host
This was my first time volunteering at a Hare Krishna temple, and it was an all-around interesting experience.
The temple has already existed for more than 20 years and it is quite well-organised. As a volunteer, you have the opportunity to participate in group activities like lectures and chanting and get a good idea of what the movement… read more
The temple has already existed for more than 20 years and it is quite well-organised. As a volunteer, you have the opportunity to participate in group activities like lectures and chanting and get a good idea of what the movement… read more
31 Oct 2023
Left by Workawayer (Sarah) for host
I had a wonderful time here. Everyone was so kind and helpful. They where all shining radiantly. I learned a lot about Hare Krishna, all very interesting and inspiring. The work was light and varied from helping in the kitchen to some garden work to some cleaning. I really enjoyed the philosophical conversations and the singing together in the… read more
7 Oct 2023
Left by Workawayer (Klinta) for host
What a great workaway experience its been. I did came expecting something ordinary, but i was absolutely blown away by the way of life in this Hare Krishna community. It was absolutely extraordinary experience.
Daily tasks were fairly distributed and not overwhelming for longer stays. I stayed nearly 3 weeks. For me the best part felt that… read more
Daily tasks were fairly distributed and not overwhelming for longer stays. I stayed nearly 3 weeks. For me the best part felt that… read more
5 Mar 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Lisa)
It's been such a pleasant experience to host Liza. She is very responsible and friendly person. She did all the task perfectly and also for all of us was very nice to spend some quality time with her. She is a beautiful girl! We would highly recommend her! :)
(Excellent)
17 Dec 2022
Left by Workawayer (Stevie) for host
My stay at this Krishna-Center was very interesting, full of love and compassion and insights.
I came there due to my curiosity about community life, especially those being centered around spirituality. The Krishnas welcomed me warmheartedly and you have felt as a part of the community. They willingly shared with me their philosophies and how… read more
I came there due to my curiosity about community life, especially those being centered around spirituality. The Krishnas welcomed me warmheartedly and you have felt as a part of the community. They willingly shared with me their philosophies and how… read more
6 Sep 2022
Left by Workawayer (Sandra) for host
I stayed at the temple for 10 days in August 2022. It was my first workaway experience and I absolutely loved it! Everybody at the temple was extremely welcoming and warm. I stayed in a beautiful attic room with a couple other workawayers. Every day we did about 4 hours of work, usually either some cleaning or cutting vegetable in the kitchen or… read more
17 Aug 2022
Left by Workawayer (Samar) for host
Hare Krishna!
I had been a workawayer in Hare Krishna temple in May, and it was the perfect start for my workaway experience, I enjoyed my time there indeed. Although it was almost a week or less, I was satisfied with my spiritual times there. I was very welcome to join the devotees in the temple, I enjoyed the morning philosophy lessons and… read more
I had been a workawayer in Hare Krishna temple in May, and it was the perfect start for my workaway experience, I enjoyed my time there indeed. Although it was almost a week or less, I was satisfied with my spiritual times there. I was very welcome to join the devotees in the temple, I enjoyed the morning philosophy lessons and… read more
15 Aug 2022
Left by Workawayer (Jantje Mai) for host
Sadly I could only stay in this beautiful place for one week, but it was super worth it! It was so interesting to experience this spiritual way of life. These people are so nice and giving. I had lots of interesting talks. The place is a little peaceful paradise in the middle of the forest, it's like another world. The work varied and was very… read more
6 Jun 2022
Left by Workawayer (Reacher) for host
To all who might be reading this, I spent two of the most amazing weeks of my life from February 15th 2022 to March 1st 2022 here.
How should I describe my two wonderful weeks here? I fear that words cannot express fully my passion, love and emotions in such strong and intensive experiences. Madanalasa picked me up in the night from the train… read more
How should I describe my two wonderful weeks here? I fear that words cannot express fully my passion, love and emotions in such strong and intensive experiences. Madanalasa picked me up in the night from the train… read more
1 Apr 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Reacher)
Reacher is a very interesting personality and a world traveller. On the other side he is extremely capable and hard working. This guy is something else. It was so interesting to see this combination of the person who can help you in whatever you need and on the other side you can have a deep and interesting conversations with him. You can really… read more
(Excellent)
10 Apr 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Indy)
Indy is a very pleasant and charming girl and we were really fortunate to have her in our community. She would happily accept any kind of duty we needed and she always did it with a smile on her face. She is very easy going and caring and cooperative with others. We were inspired by her exemple and kind nature. She is really sweet and super… read more
(Excellent)
1 Apr 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Davide Maria)
Davide was with us around 3 months and he really became a part of our community.
He has amazing working and social skills. He helped us in every area we needed... It was really amazing to have someone with so many skills.... Gardening, cleaning, doing some tough job but also preparing delicious food.... Especially his focaccia which have stolen… read more
He has amazing working and social skills. He helped us in every area we needed... It was really amazing to have someone with so many skills.... Gardening, cleaning, doing some tough job but also preparing delicious food.... Especially his focaccia which have stolen… read more
(Excellent)
1 Apr 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Sophie)
It was very nice to have Sophie with us. She is very sweet and friendly girl. She was also cooperative with everyone in the community and other volunteers. We all liked her very much and were happy working with her and also spending some private time together. She is very young but on the other side she has a deep understanding of life and you… read more
(Excellent)
17 Mar 2022
Left by Workawayer (Sophie) for host
This was my first Workaway experience and it exceeded any expectations I had. I stayed for 2.5 weeks in October/November 2021 and I would have stayed longer if I could. They accepted me with minimal notice and were flexible to my arrival. With any new experience it is normal to be a bit nervous, but everyone is so welcoming that it fades quickly.… read more
8 Mar 2022
Left by Workawayer (Jiletta) for host
I stayed at the temple for a month and it's not easy to put the experience I had into words but I'll try! If you want to deepen your spiritual path this is a beautiful place for it. I left with a heart full of love and ease. This place has such a special energy and made me feel so welcomed and accepted from the very moment I arrived. The energy is… read more
2 Feb 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Jiletta)
This girl for sure we will never forget! She is such amazing, open and interesting person. She offered really so much to our community. Her humor, deep and open worldviews and curious and adventurous nature are just few of her amazing qualities. She was really like a sun here, always so positive and kind, ready to give and help whatever we needed.… read more
(Excellent)
2 Feb 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Ron)
It was a great experience to have Ron with us! She is such an interesting person...very positive and open, always with a smile on her face. We spent really nice time with her in deep conversation based on spirituality, culture, life experiences, etc. She is a girl with whom you can really spend a qualitative time and you can also be sure that she… read more
(Excellent)
26 Jan 2022
Left by Workawayer (Ron) for host
I'm writing these words now and my heart is filled with love and longing for this special place.
I arrived at the temple knowing I will be only there weeks and I stayed a one month and a half ! not to mention that I left in tears.
Thank you so much, for leting me feel like home from the first day! for deep spiritual conversions, for wonderful… read more
I arrived at the temple knowing I will be only there weeks and I stayed a one month and a half ! not to mention that I left in tears.
Thank you so much, for leting me feel like home from the first day! for deep spiritual conversions, for wonderful… read more
2 Feb 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Kai)
Thank you Kai for the time you spend with us. You are really a very special person and very nice Workaway candidate. :)
Kai is by nature very kind and natural, interesting in different kind of things and it was very nice to spend some time with him and have a nice talks about nature, gardening, spirituality, etc. He really brings a peaceful energy… read more
Kai is by nature very kind and natural, interesting in different kind of things and it was very nice to spend some time with him and have a nice talks about nature, gardening, spirituality, etc. He really brings a peaceful energy… read more
(Excellent)
30 Jan 2022
Left by Workawayer (Kai) for host
Dear Goloka Dahma,
I don't know how I can give thanks to you! Know I'm sitting here and eating sweets from Govinda's sweet manufacture. Delicious! I never got so much love by arriving new place. Mandalasa you are doing your job very well! So beautifull thank you! Know my sweets are empty but my heart is full of love. WOW, I had such an intense… read more
I don't know how I can give thanks to you! Know I'm sitting here and eating sweets from Govinda's sweet manufacture. Delicious! I never got so much love by arriving new place. Mandalasa you are doing your job very well! So beautifull thank you! Know my sweets are empty but my heart is full of love. WOW, I had such an intense… read more
13 Jan 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Magdalena & Dominika )
It was so nice to have Magdalena with us! :) On the one side, she is so friendly and open and on the other, she is very deep and calm. You can really do everything with her... Different types of activities, long and interesting conversations and you can also hear a lot about her travelling experience which is really amazing! She is also very… read more
(Excellent)
14 Dec 2021
Left by Workawayer (Magdalena & Dominika ) for host
To say it was amazing is to say nothing. I spent 3 weeks with this warm, thoughtful, welcoming and super lovely community. Work is organized very well, you always know your schedule a week ahead what is very nice. Everyone is super patient and always eager to help you, or explain something 1001 times more. No one is pushing you to believe in… read more
7 Dec 2021
Left by Workawayer (Jordan) for host
What an incredible experience it was to stay here. I remember arriving and being transported to this other world - imagine sun shining, beautiful flowers and butterflies everywhere. From the very first moment I felt welcomed. Everyone was friendly, open and greeted me warmly.
They have really built something wonderful here. If you're looking for… read more
They have really built something wonderful here. If you're looking for… read more
7 Nov 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Jordan)
It was really an honor to have a volunteer like Jordan with us for 2 months. He is just a person on whom you can always rely and who can help you with literally any kind of job, physical or intellectual. He is very open minded, super friendly and for sure has great comunication skills. In every aspect he is a perfect choise for any type of host.… read more
(Excellent)
4 Nov 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Mathieu)
Mathieu stayed with us for 2 weeks and we can for sure say that it was too short for us! :) He is just a perfect volunteer and a type of person you want to have in your community! He is so open minded, friendly and deep. It's never boring with him and you always learn something new. He is open for different tasks and does everything very dutiful.… read more
(Excellent)
1 Nov 2021
Left by Workawayer (Mathieu) for host
I came here as a stranger and left knowing i have a new place i can come back to and call home. The people here are full of love, caring, open and ready to answer any question you have about life. You can tell by their eyes they have this hapiness inside of them that no one can take away. The host personally and selflessly makes sure you have an… read more
27 Oct 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Nina )
Nina is the type of the person which you just want to have in your community! 🙂 Since she came she was so easy going and friendly and it stayed like this until her last day. Whatever we needed she did dutifully and was always ready to help in every occasion. She also has very inspiring nature and conversations with her were always interesting and… read more
(Excellent)
25 Oct 2021
Left by Workawayer (Nina ) for host
When you leave a place with a fuller heart, a different perspective towards life and new values and thoughts growing inside you, it can only mean that you've been to a very special place, in which special people live. The community is very international and the most warm-hearted and satisfied people I've ever met, due to being visibly different… read more
27 Oct 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Nino)
What to say about Nino? He is such nice, open and friendly person who really became the part of our family. He visited us and helped in our community several times and expirience with him was always amazing! 🙂 He is just so nice and helpful in every sense, as volunteer and as friend. If you want to have with you a person who is good in performing… read more
(Excellent)
18 Oct 2021
Left by Workawayer (Nino) for host
What should I say ..... i would recommend this place for everyone who is interested in getting to know the most lovely ppl with the biggest heart. Spiritual growing in so many ways, coverversions who always allows one to grow and feel inspired. Very nice experience though personal exchange, and by the way: the best food u can get in… read more
12 Oct 2021
Left by Workawayer (Max) for host
2,5 weeks at the temple gave me a new perspective on many things. I had deep, fun and interesting conversation, you can find that with basically anyone there.
What especially changed is my perspective on spirituality. I could get a clearer understanding of what's my path and methods that work for me, which not and why so.
Everyone was super… read more
What especially changed is my perspective on spirituality. I could get a clearer understanding of what's my path and methods that work for me, which not and why so.
Everyone was super… read more
6 Oct 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Kim Jana)
Kim was such a nice volunteer! Open, warm hearted, friendly and ready to do any task. She is the person with whom you can speak about different topics, general and personal. It was really nice to have her with us and we hope she will visit us again! 🙂
(Excellent)
22 Sep 2021
Left by Workawayer (Kim Jana) for host
A little bit late but I wanted to share my experience at the temple with you. From the first day I felt welcome. Madanalasa is such a great person and always has an open ear. What I have taken away from this time is especially the spiritual life. I became totally aware of what kind of material world I actually live in. In the temple, however, life… read more
6 Oct 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Tonke)
Tonke is such a nice, soft and open hearted person. It was really a pleasure to have her with us. She was doing her duties very nicely and was always ready to help. It was also very nice to associate with her on personal level because she is very deep and compassionate person with whom you can really speak about everything. We hope to see you… read more
(Excellent)
3 Oct 2021
Left by Workawayer (Tonke) for host
I had such a wonderfull time at the community!! all the people who live here are so kind and open and I had some beautiful conversations about spirituality. Madanalasa is a very nice and beautiful person and I felt at home here already the first day. every day she did her best to organise something for the workawayers and I really appreciated it.… read more
4 Sep 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Carles)
About Carles we have only positive words to say. He is such sweet, kind and open-hearted person. He was always in good mood and ready to help and learn whatever we needed. He has very friendly character and his smlie doesn't leave him from the morning until night. We wish you all the best on your journey and hope to meet you soon again! :)
(Excellent)
27 Aug 2021
Left by Workawayer (Carles) for host
I had a wonderful time in the temple!
There I met a lot of lovely and interesting people, and I learn a lot from them and their philosophy. They always received me with great kindness and a smile, and that made me feel very comfortable.
I really enjoyed the walks in the woods, the yoga classes, the singing and dancing at the ceremonies and the… read more
There I met a lot of lovely and interesting people, and I learn a lot from them and their philosophy. They always received me with great kindness and a smile, and that made me feel very comfortable.
I really enjoyed the walks in the woods, the yoga classes, the singing and dancing at the ceremonies and the… read more
4 Sep 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Marc)
Marc was such a nice gift for our community. He is very diligent, friendly and open minded. He was always ready to help and contribute to our community. He has many skills ranging from phisical to his personal character and also skills in psichology. We enjoyed his company and could also had a nice friendship with him. The next host who will meet… read more
(Excellent)
31 Aug 2021
Left by Workawayer (Marc) for host
ich möchte mich für diese Wundervollen Zeit im Tempel bedanken.
zum Start meiner Europareise habe ich einen Ort gesucht in dem mein neuer Lebensabschnitt mit bedacht und viel Ruhe beginnen kann, und habe ihn in Abenteuer gefunden.
ich bin so unglaublich dankbar diese Erfahrung machen zu können und bin der festen Überzeugung daß jeder Mensch… read more
zum Start meiner Europareise habe ich einen Ort gesucht in dem mein neuer Lebensabschnitt mit bedacht und viel Ruhe beginnen kann, und habe ihn in Abenteuer gefunden.
ich bin so unglaublich dankbar diese Erfahrung machen zu können und bin der festen Überzeugung daß jeder Mensch… read more
20 Aug 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Scharif)
It was so nice to have Sharif with us for 12 days! It was too short but very inspiring for us. He is very friendly and open person, very interested in world and people around him. You could see him speaking and joking with all the members of our community and you could really speak with him openly and in friendly way. He is very young but on the… read more
(Excellent)
17 Aug 2021
Left by Workawayer (Scharif) for host
Dear temple family,
I was there for just 12 days and I can truly say, that this time made me a better person. I've grown spiritually, mentally and physically, because of all the massive love you people spread and also because of the healthy and fresh food we ate🤩. This community became my second family and it's a very special place for me. If you… read more
I was there for just 12 days and I can truly say, that this time made me a better person. I've grown spiritually, mentally and physically, because of all the massive love you people spread and also because of the healthy and fresh food we ate🤩. This community became my second family and it's a very special place for me. If you… read more
21 Jul 2021
Left by Workawayer (Agnieszka) for host
Imagine you are entering a universe from a fairytale.
You look around: hundreds of different shades of green emerge as far as your eyes can reach, in the air: only silence and some quiet singing. You see a medieval temple, you open the door meeting beautiful people with flowers on their bodies, whispearing sth under their breaths. They are good… read more
You look around: hundreds of different shades of green emerge as far as your eyes can reach, in the air: only silence and some quiet singing. You see a medieval temple, you open the door meeting beautiful people with flowers on their bodies, whispearing sth under their breaths. They are good… read more
10 Jul 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Agnieszka)
If you want to host someone who is incredibly sweet, friendly and unique then the Aga is perfect choice for you! During her staying she was a gift for us in two ways, one is the way how she did her work. She was always very enthusiastic to learn new things and we specially appreciated her interest in cooking and gardening. She really helped us… read more
(Excellent)
10 Jul 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Stephanie)
Stephanie visited us for one week. The only thing we can say, it was short, but very sweet. Short in the sense that she is a person with whom you just like to spend a time. She is very open minded and you can really have nice, deep conversations with her. What we also appreciated is that she had the feeling what need to be done in our place, even… read more
(Excellent)
6 Jul 2021
Left by Workawayer (Stephanie) for host
I stayed one week in summer of 2021 and had an amazing time! Everybody of the community made me feel at home right away. Even before arriving, the communication was straight forward, clear and simple, very appreciated. Once arrived, I was immediately welcome to attend each and all of their activities and felt really integrated whenever doing so.… read more
10 Jul 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Clara)
Clara is such a nice, positive and friendly girl that just by her presence she makes you feel relax and in good mood. She spent with us around 2 months and she was really an exemple of good and enthusiastic volunteer. She did her tasks so naturally and she always had in mind the needs of the place. It was an honor for us to host such a simple,… read more
(Excellent)
28 Jun 2021
Left by Workawayer (Clara) for host
If you get the chance to visit and work in the temple, you should definitely do it!!
You can wake up in the morning to the sounds of the forest, go for a walk or visit the morning program, which gives you a perfect start into the day. After the tasty breakfast and nice chats with the residents or other workawayers, you can start your work which… read more
You can wake up in the morning to the sounds of the forest, go for a walk or visit the morning program, which gives you a perfect start into the day. After the tasty breakfast and nice chats with the residents or other workawayers, you can start your work which… read more
10 Jul 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Trong Nghia)
It was such a wonderful experience to have this sweet and unique person in our community! He stayed with us for 7 months and he really became a part of our community. He was always so kind with everything, ready to help in every situation and open to learn new things. Always with the smile on his face, there was no one in our community with whom… read more
(Excellent)
10 Jun 2021
Left by Workawayer (Trong Nghia) for host
The temple was my first workaway experience and to sum up in 1 word it was just an AMAZING human and spiritual experience...I wanted to stay for 1 month but at the end I stayed there for 7 months. I learnt and explored many things about myself and also (mostly) about others. I truly felt grateful and blessed after this stay, for sure I brought… read more
10 Jun 2021
Left by Workawayer (Madita) for host
My stay at the temple was absolutely wonderful and life changing. The temple is located in a very beautiful area in the middle of the forest with many view points and small rivers , so you can do alot of hiking and enjoy the nature. The temple residents are all so warm and loving and share alot of theyre knowledge and experiences each of them has… read more
9 Jun 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Madita)
As her name means pearl, Madita was also the real pearl in our community during her stay. She is very positive, enthusiastic and friendly person and it was a pleasure to spend time with her. She was always very eager to help us, do whatever we needed but also offer some extra help. She would appear in the morning with a smile on her face and this… read more
(Excellent)
9 Jun 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Henry)
We were so fortunate to have Henry with us for 2 months. He was since beginning so friendly, open hearted and ready to help in every moment. He was always thinking how he can contribute to our community and his selfless nature was the real inspiration for us. He is also very interesting person with lot of different knowledge in many areas so it… read more
(Excellent)
7 Jun 2021
Left by Workawayer (Henry) for host
This incredible community truly embodies the values they want to live by; love, openness and acceptance. They are an inspiration for all those who want to learn more about Bhakti Yoga and the Vaishnava way of life by leading the way by example and sharing exuberantly. Friendly, open, and always accepting, they are very concerned for your… read more
19 Apr 2021
Left by Workawayer (Finja) for host
My experience in this community was amazing! I never met so many kind and warm-hearted people in one place before. Their way of being grounded and living this kind of gentle and peaceful life was really inspiring to me. Just by being present, talking to them, and joining the practices i learned so much about devotion, love of god and trust in one… read more
7 Apr 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Finja)
Thank you Finja for your wonderfull company in our community!
We were really lucky to have such sweet and deep person and artist with us. Finja is very friendly person, interested in exploring the world and learning new things and skills. She was always doing her job very nicely and precisely. We can really recommend her to any community because… read more
We were really lucky to have such sweet and deep person and artist with us. Finja is very friendly person, interested in exploring the world and learning new things and skills. She was always doing her job very nicely and precisely. We can really recommend her to any community because… read more
(Excellent)
15 Apr 2021
Left by Workawayer (Nina) for host
Everything about this place is amazing.
The people of the community are so incredibly loving and generous. Everyone always took time to answer all of my questions and share their experiences.
Though I knew nothing about Hare Krishna before, in those 2 weeks I really got a taste of what it feels like to be Krishna conscious. The energy here is… read more
The people of the community are so incredibly loving and generous. Everyone always took time to answer all of my questions and share their experiences.
Though I knew nothing about Hare Krishna before, in those 2 weeks I really got a taste of what it feels like to be Krishna conscious. The energy here is… read more
12 Apr 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Nina)
Nina spent two weeks with us and we need to commit it was not enough time to explore this wonderful person and many jewels which she has inside. Still, even it was a short time we could see how special she is and we feel very blessed that we could spend some time with her. She was alsways so positive, Joyful, willing to learn, ready to do whatever… read more
(Excellent)
27 Mar 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Amelie)
Amelie is such a wonderful, sweet and kind person! Always with a smile on her face she was doing all her tasks enthusiastically and responsibly. We were very happy to have her with us and spend some time with her. She is also very interesting person, very open minded and possesses so much knowledge about different things.
Thank you Amelie for… read more
Thank you Amelie for… read more
(Excellent)
21 Mar 2021
Left by Workawayer (Amelie) for host
Somebody told me once that healing does also come from reflecting your personal challenges and scars, but much easier it actually comes from just experiencing god. And that it is what you can do at this wonderful place!! If you will be a lucky as me to have the chance to experience this sacred place and this deeply warm-hearted and highly… read more
24 Mar 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Carolien)
What to say about Carolien? She really became a part of our family. She is so enthusiastic, caring and responsible person, always ready to help and learn new things. She is also an amazing artist and we felt so happy to had an opportunity to see her works and recieve it as a presents from her. :D We also feel so happy that she stayed 5 months with… read more
(Excellent)
15 Mar 2021
Left by Workawayer (Carolien) for host
Wouw, what an amazing 5 months I had living in the beautiful temple... If you feel that you want to re-connect to your heart then this is defenitly the best place to do that. In the 5 months that I lived in the temple I learned to be more caring and soft and responsible for the beautiful world that we live in. Krishna softened something within… read more
4 Dec 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Nina)
It was amazing to have Nina with us! She is very kind, friendly and Joyful person, excellent in executing her duties. She is also very open and in just two weeks we felt like she is the part of our community. :) We are looking forward to see you soon again! :)
(Excellent)
8 Nov 2020
Left by Workawayer (Nina) for host
Very short: AMAZING!!!
A bit longer: I have honestly had the best time here. Don't even know where to start. When I arrived I felt a little bit overwhelmed, but in a good way. So many new things and habits to take in.
I got very well informed about the jobs, 'rules', ceremonies and all my questions got patiently answered. They have quite a full… read more
A bit longer: I have honestly had the best time here. Don't even know where to start. When I arrived I felt a little bit overwhelmed, but in a good way. So many new things and habits to take in.
I got very well informed about the jobs, 'rules', ceremonies and all my questions got patiently answered. They have quite a full… read more
26 Feb 2020
Left by Workawayer (Jeanne) for host
I stayed around two weeks in this little community and I'm really happy I did ! The work was really correct and fair, and I had any problem the people there were more than happy to help. My roommate was amazing, and have been able to have very interested talks about spirituality and religion her and some people living there. We had the chance to… read more
25 Feb 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Anna)
It was beautiful to have Anna in our farm for around 2 weeks! She’s a very introspective person and open about her spiritual journey. She has been very caring and attentive in the tasks we asked her to help us with and what was really beautiful is her smile and joyous attitude in whatever she was doing. She’s very friendly and careful to treat… read more
(Excellent)
23 Jan 2020
Left by Workawayer (Anna) for host
My two weeks at the temple were so rich in experience and realizations.
People: i met so many nice tolerant people from so many different countries, who shared their stories and welcomed me with a warm heart.
Work: since it is winter i was mostly cleaning.. but sometimes i also helped out doing flower garlands or cooking, but they always looked… read more
People: i met so many nice tolerant people from so many different countries, who shared their stories and welcomed me with a warm heart.
Work: since it is winter i was mostly cleaning.. but sometimes i also helped out doing flower garlands or cooking, but they always looked… read more
25 Feb 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (VeronikaMi)
Veronika has been with us for around 3 weeks and it has been so lovely to have her here! She is kind and has a very attentive ability to listen and to be practical and careful in her tasks. She is very good in her artistic skills and very present when she cooperate with other people. She’s very friendly and deep and spiritually open and… read more
(Excellent)
7 Feb 2020
Left by Workawayer (VeronikaMi) for host
I very much enjoyed my stay at the Tempel and can only recommend it to other workawayers. I felt welcomed and "well taken care of" as a volunteer at this place- I enjoyed seeing the daily rhythm going on in this place and the peacefulness at simply being myself, living into the day. That being said, the work is handed out very considerate and i… read more
31 Jul 2019
Left by Workawayer (Shijar) for host
I was one week in this paradise, because I heard so many good things about this place and it was better than I imagined. These people are really compassionate and peaceful. The food I ate here is just amazing you have to come and experience it.
The place, the people, the environment, the work and the people are all amazing and I will also come… read more
The place, the people, the environment, the work and the people are all amazing and I will also come… read more
27 Feb 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Ela)
We have a wonderful time with Ela in our community. She was very happy and eager to help us in service. She was working fast and was precise in her activities. Ela has a good character, is peaceful and kind. We thank her for her support and nice company.
(Very good)
17 Feb 2019
Left by Workawayer (Ela) for host
Eine Woche durften meine Reisepartnerin und ich an diesem bezaubernden Ort verweilen.
Es war mein erster Einsatz und der beste Start, den ich mir hätte träumen können!
Ich habe wunderbare Menschen kennen gelernt und so viel Herzlichkeit und Güte empfangen, dass ich eine richtige Sehnsucht spüre, dorthin zurück zu kehren.
Ich hoffe sehr, dass das… read more
Es war mein erster Einsatz und der beste Start, den ich mir hätte träumen können!
Ich habe wunderbare Menschen kennen gelernt und so viel Herzlichkeit und Güte empfangen, dass ich eine richtige Sehnsucht spüre, dorthin zurück zu kehren.
Ich hoffe sehr, dass das… read more
19 Feb 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Yvonne)
We have a wonderful time with Yvonne in our community. She was very happy and eager to help us in service. She was working fast and was precise in her activities. Yvonne has a good character, is peaceful and kind. We thank her for her support and nice company.
(Very good)
10 Feb 2019
Left by Workawayer (Ella) for host
Staying at the temple was really special. Work was easy & mainly consisted of helping in the kitchen and light cleaning. Everyone here is so kind and it is a very peaceful place, great if you are looking for somewhere to slow down. Also the food is delicious and even in winter the surrounds are gorgeous. There is an easy walking trail through the… read more
18 Dec 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Marie)
Marie was staying in our community for one week and it was a pleasure to have around. She was always ready and happy to help us out. Marie is a kind and culture person with a very good character. You will love to have her help you out.
(Excellent)
17 Dec 2018
Left by Workawayer (Marie) for host
I had a nice and interesting time at this place! I was welcomed in a warm and friendly way, learned new things (as a work awayer, you're invited to take part of temple-life) and had some good conversation. It's a really special place and the area around is beautiful to walk around-even in winter!^^
thank you!:)
thank you!:)
23 Oct 2018
Left by Workawayer (Romeo) for host
If you are a person looking for a spiritual path, this is the place for you. I felt like I had known these people for ages although I only stayed for 1 month it was a life changing experience for me , I will cherish it and I will never forget the people . they are so sweet and intelligent and I fell in love with there devotion towards Krishna .… read more
20 Jun 2018
Left by Workawayer (Tracey) for host
A lovely place with an international collection of people, all devoted to the Hare Krishna way of life. It was interesting to learn something about this religion as I've had no previous experience of it, but at the same time I was grateful not to be pressured into religious practice. The best part for me was talking to individuals about their… read more
14 Jun 2018
Left by Workawayer (RassOtsa) for host
Alrighty. When reading the feedback left by others I always wondered why they start off apologizing for taking so long, why not just do it straight away. Now I understand, stuff happens, especially when you're travelling and you kind just forget. So, I apologize for taking so long!
What can I say about my experience? Overall, it was great!
I… read more
What can I say about my experience? Overall, it was great!
I… read more
20 Feb 2018
Left by Workawayer (Mukti Raj) for host
its an amazing experience.... to all travelers you would never now how it feels to be there if you never try.
thanks to everyone in here.
thanks to everyone in here.
12 Jan 2018
Left by Workawayer (Laura) for host
Hallo Family!!
I am infinitely grateful with the opportunity that I had to share with this community with each unique person, with the friends I made and the family that I will always carry in my heart, I take a bit of each one ,im very happy to have know them. Above all the values that I learned the amount of information priceless the beauty of… read more
I am infinitely grateful with the opportunity that I had to share with this community with each unique person, with the friends I made and the family that I will always carry in my heart, I take a bit of each one ,im very happy to have know them. Above all the values that I learned the amount of information priceless the beauty of… read more
19 Nov 2017
Left by Workawayer (Lorenz) for host
We stayed in the Templehouse of this Hare Krishna Community for one Week, altough we initially planned to stay two. Overall it was a great experience. As a lot of other volunteers point out already, the people are unbelievably friendly, happy to serve and happy to share their knowledge without any hint of preaching. It didn't feel uncomfortable at… read more
9 Sep 2017
Left by Workawayer (Maja) for host
During a bike trip we had the chance to stay a night with the Hare Krsna Community. We still cannot believe how much spiritual inspiration, knowledge and kindness we received in this short time. Not only that they allowed us to take part in the ceremonies (waking up at 04.15h was worth it!!) but also answering personal and general questions in a… read more
31 Aug 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Workaway member)
It was a pleasure to have Clara in our community. She is very thoughtful person, intelligent and very kind. She likes people and like to serve others. We felt very happy to host her here and a bit sad when she left. She is a wonderful person.
(Excellent)
31 Aug 2017
Left by Workawayer (Workaway member) for host
Sooo... I just got back to my own house after having stayed here for a bit more than two and a half week. It has been an intense and delightful experience, and right now my head is buzzing with all the new knowledge and experiences I have collected over the past two and a half weeks.
To workawayers:
- The food is amazing, so I would recommend to… read more
To workawayers:
- The food is amazing, so I would recommend to… read more
18 Aug 2017
Left by Workawayer (Megan) for host
This was by far the most peaceful place I have ever been. Two of my friends and I stayed for 8 days before we had to leave for our next work away. The hosts are all so unconditionally happy and giving. Not to mention the food was AMAZING. I'm not normally vegetarian but if I ever decided to switch, that's how I'd do it. The surrounding area around… read more
16 Aug 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Lyubava)
To have lyubava in our community was a very pleasant experience. She was very eager to help us and was always ready to do the needful. She was very kind and was relating with other respectfully. We recommand her to everyone as an inteligent and very helpful person.
(Excellent)
4 Aug 2017
Left by Workawayer (Lyubava) for host
It was love from the first sight. So I decided to stay even a little bit longer than I expected. Most of the time I was working in the garden and it was amazing to see the result that I achieved, I loved my job. People always encouraged me, making compliments for a new garden and this made me feel even more pleased. I've been on some festivals… read more
13 Jul 2017
Left by Workawayer (Ashveer) for host
I came to stay for 1 week but had to leave after 4 days due to a family emergency.
This place is a very beautiful and very close to nature, they welcomed me with open arms and made me feel home on the first day itself. They need help with gardenning with the flower bed, cleanning and sometimes cooking which i enjoyed the most.
This place is in… read more
This place is a very beautiful and very close to nature, they welcomed me with open arms and made me feel home on the first day itself. They need help with gardenning with the flower bed, cleanning and sometimes cooking which i enjoyed the most.
This place is in… read more
10 May 2017
Left by Workawayer (Karl) for host
I spent 1and half wonderfull month, they accept me as I am. I met many nice people there. There are regulary different things to do : gardening, painting, wood...
If you want 1 very good reason to go there, it's the food. I ate well every days.
It's a very good place and I recommand it highly.
If you want 1 very good reason to go there, it's the food. I ate well every days.
It's a very good place and I recommand it highly.
25 Sep 2016
Left by Workawayer (Tomas) for host
This is very special place and I warmly recommend you to staying in there.
It was absolutely wonderful time for me. There is really nice community if you want to getting out from busy city and discovering fabulous landscape (there is national park) and meeting great people, this place is waiting for you and it will be the best therapy for your… read more
It was absolutely wonderful time for me. There is really nice community if you want to getting out from busy city and discovering fabulous landscape (there is national park) and meeting great people, this place is waiting for you and it will be the best therapy for your… read more
6 Sep 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Tomas)
Thomas was staying in our community for around 3 weeks. He is such a
wonderful person. He was working with dynamism and enthusiasm. He was ready
to help in all type of activities and was ready to learn by doing any job he
did not know before. Thomas has a very simple heart, he is very kind and
intelligent. It is very easy to get along with… read more
wonderful person. He was working with dynamism and enthusiasm. He was ready
to help in all type of activities and was ready to learn by doing any job he
did not know before. Thomas has a very simple heart, he is very kind and
intelligent. It is very easy to get along with… read more
(Excellent)
21 Sep 2015
Left by Workawayer (Luca & Marco) for host
these people are amazing,and their way to live is something reallly beatiful as the place where the temple is;i can only be very grateful to all them for what they teached me about our connection with god and how to live in a simple way,without having thoughts such anger,lust,will of power. I strongly raccomend this experience to everyone i know… read more
