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we are renovating an old farmhouse with 6000 m2 of terraced land in a beautiful valley in the Alpujarras near Orgiva. 1 hr from Granada. We are 2 gardeners from Germany and Holland into ecological lifestyle. medicinal plants, fruit growing, experienced bio gardeners. the valley is only accessible by foot, no cars. it attracts nature lovers, alternative life stylers etc. the focus is now on renovating the house, and opening the land. this winter planting trees and installing an irrigation system.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practiceHelp with Eco ProjectsGardeningDIY and building projectsCreating/ Cooking family mealsGeneral MaintenanceCultural exchange and learning opportunities
german, dutch and english spoken. spanish basic communication. we engage in ecological local volunteer programs to stop erosion in the Alpujarra, help with olive harvest in january, social exchange with local population. sharing knowledge in natural medicin, medicinal herbs, meteorology , photography, mountain hikes, etc
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Help
helpers in construction most welcome, but also those who are willing to learn, with just a lot of energy and physical strength and a positive atitude
the focus is now on renovating the house, and opening the land. this winter planting trees and installing an irrigation system.Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
Dutch: FluentAccommodation
at present a spacy tent available. working on house accommodation
What else ...
immediate bordering to national park Sierra Nevada. great hiking area. 45 minutes from the beach. bus. connections to orgiva, malaga, granada. we take regulary time of to visit markets, beach, hiking, explore the region. welcome to join.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week