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This place is not exactly as they say... It is so much more :) You will tend to the garden and care for the home, and you will be so much cared for. My heart is filled with joy when I think of the many supper, the many breakfast, the time spend chatting around the table drinking tea, the celebrations, the board game, the hikes in the mountain, the old house and its dry toilet, the scent of the burned wood! The inhabitant of the place and their visitors always have interesting stories, beautiful DIY projects and are very cool people to hang out with! To know that a place like this one exist, where people enjoy to live together and to take care of each other, fills me with hope and joy and serenity. I will never say thanks enough for what these 3 months at the place have brought to me! Thank you so much, Dom, Pauline, Manon, Nausicaa, Kiona, Matthieu, Suzanne, Noé, Lina, Luka, Cédric! My heart is big with the memory of you!

If you are looking for authenticity, an authentic experience of nature, good conversation over good food and the enjoyment of Bavarian beer, Xaver's Waldhaus is the place for you. Xaver is an excellent host and you can learn a lot from him about self-sufficient living, self-sufficiency and wild plants, and the location is simply fantastic. Wer Ursprünglichkeit, ein authentisches Naturerlebnis, gute Gespräche bei gutem Essen und dazu den Genuss von bayerischem Bier sucht, ist bei Xaver im Waldhaus richtig aufgehoben. Xaver ist ein hervorragender Host und Gastgeber, von dem man viel über autarkes Leben, Selbstversorgung und Wildpflanzen lernen kann und die Location ist einfach fantastisch.

We had the pleasure of hosting Isshin for 20 days in January. We had very changing weather these days, from snowstorm and minus 20 degrees to rain and sun. Isshin was not complaining about it at all and continued with the tasks given. We wish Isshin the best in his continued travel

Wonderful experience...fully recommend these workawayers

Our stay with Max was everything we hoped Workaway to be. He allowed us to stay with him last minute after other travel plans went awry and welcomed us with open arms - if you're looking for a flexible host, definitely try messaging Max. However, you must be in it for the work, too! Max has a lovely property that we spent our days at feeding the chickens, harvesting vegetables, chopping wood, foraging for mushrooms and chestnuts, and making lots of tomato sauce and pesto. You'll get your hands in the dirt and learn so much - Max is very dedicated to teaching those who come to stay with him about his project, how he got started, and all his tips and tricks he has learned over the years for successful permaculture. He also cares a lot about making sure everyone is having a good time, which we experienced through dance parties, movie nights, and baking brownies. While the location is remote, it's in a beautiful area with nice hikes around and even though you're not in town, we had the opportunity to meet many locals who came to see the farm and have lunch with us, a good chance to practice conversational Italian. Be ready to fall in love with the family of Maremmano-Abruzzese sheepdogs (cuddles are required any time you walk by). If you're looking to immerse yourself in nature, learn and experience gardening and permaculture, and a family-like experience with a host of wonderful characters who travel through this place, this is the farm for you. Thank you Max for being a wonderful host!

My stay with Sezer was a very rich and meaningful Workaway experience. From the very beginning, the atmosphere was relaxed and natural — more like living with a friend than volunteering. Sezer is open in communication and very attentive. I especially want to highlight that he is always ready to help in any situation! Another big plus for me was the food — Sezer is a great cook, and I really enjoyed experiencing the local cuisine. The work tasks were varied and clear, and there was always a good balance between work and free time. The place itself is calm and conveniently located, close to the sea. It’s a wonderful environment to slow down, stay present, and enjoy simple everyday moments. I’m grateful for this experience and happy to have been part of Sezer’s project. I confidently recommend this Workaway and hope our paths cross again. Thank you and much respect, Sezer!

Lea stayed 4 days at my place in January 2026 and it was a pleasure to host her. She did an excellent job keeping the home nice and tidy and also mowed the lawn during this time. She is friendly and it was nice going to the night markets with her and my housemate Sarge who also enjoyed playing chess with her.

Before I realized it, I had spent a total of about two months with the Guillermo family. Their place, surrounded by the jungle, felt like a true oasis. I spent very creative and fulfilling days painting murals, building a pizza oven, and working on various projects together. During my stay, I also had the opportunity to experience ceremonies I had been interested in for a long time, such as Ayahuasca, Dieta, and San Pedro. These experiences allowed me to deeply reflect on myself and made my time there even more meaningful and enriching. Guillermo and Kori are incredibly kind and friendly people. They were always thoughtful and caring, which made me feel safe and comfortable throughout my stay. I also loved tasting fresh fruits from the jungle and enjoying cacao drinks and delicious desserts they prepared for me—experiences that are truly unique to this place. Spending time with their lovely children was another very special part of my stay and something I will always cherish. The time I spent here has become one of the most valuable experiences in my life. I will never forget these memories, and I truly look forward to the day when we can meet again and create something together🙏✨

Comme première expérience de volontariat, nous avons été enchanté par l'accueil prodigué par Arnold et Ana. Ils ont pris le temps de nous transmettre avec pédagogie l'apprentissage de la construction en guadua, de la technique du bahareque, ainsi que de la vie d'un potager. Mais le plus inspirant était la transmission de leur mode de vie quasi en auto-suffisance. Nous avons aussi eu un super groupe de volontaires qui aimait cuisiner. Nous avons passé de beaux moments simples : soirées à jouer à des jeux de société, à regarder des films sur le vidéo-projecteur ou à s'improviser des cours d'initiation à la salsa ! Bref, une vraie petite famille s'était consituée. La seule remarque que l'on peut faire auprès d'Arnold en toute bienveillance c'est : cuisine plus de pain s'il te plait, il est "deliciozo"!

Je n'ai pas eu l'occasion de recevoir Alexandra, mais nous avons eu de multiples échanges courtois

Starting off, I just want to say that this was an incredibly delightful and transformative experience for me. I stayed at Elke’s farm near the town of Horb am Neckar for about three weeks, and I was welcomed with so much warmth and kindness by Elke, her family, and all their friends. I felt truly at home. I had the chance to learn how to handle horses and help out with farm chores. They were incredibly patient with me, especially since it was my first time doing all of this, and they took the time to teach me patiently. I also got to improve my German and practice it a lot, and at the same time, my English got better too. More than that, I learned so much about the local culture, their customs, and we really bonded. We made friends, had fun together, played games, watched movies, and shared lots of great conversations and laughter. We even cooked and dined together, exchanging cultural experiences and learning from one another. In short, it was an incredibly enriching experience — not just for language skills, but also for cultural exchange, fun, and personal growth. It was a wonderful journey of laughter, dancing, movie nights, and becoming a better person overall. I feel like I left a little bit of Brazil behind and took a little piece of Germany with me. ❤️🇧🇷🇩🇪

LA posibilidad para estar en El Bosc fui nuestra primera vez como workaways. Yo fui con Joshi, y toda la gente aqui, Pat, Jean Pierre y Steven eran muy sympatico con nosotros! Pat no tenía ningun problema hablar sobre todo, es persona muy comunicativa y después nos enseñaba todo que teníamos que hacer. También Steven, el hombre de la casa y jardin, nos muestra todo lo que es necesito. El trabajo alla no era dificil, tenemos mucho tiempo para nosotros mismos y Steven es un seňor del tiempo, puede planear todo! Nosotros fuimos una vez mas el verano pasado, con nuestra hija RONJA, y podemos trabajar todos y disfrutar el lugar, el mar, la naturaleza del Bosc….. Gracias para la oportunidad!

Connie and Wolfgang’s property is set in an incredibly beautiful landscape. When we arrived with our camper, we parked right under the olive trees. The toilet and shower were located in a small, lovingly designed bamboo hut outdoors. The kitchen was also outside, which meant that while cooking you could always enjoy the beautiful view of the garden. Because everything took place outdoors, you felt very close to nature. The working atmosphere was consistently very pleasant. Both of them treated us with a lot of appreciation and were happy about even the smallest progress, which in turn made us very happy as well. Wolfgang also always took the time to show or explain things to us. The trust that was placed in us was truly wonderful to experience. What will especially stay in our memories is Wolfgang’s way of enjoying his daily coffee with vegan milk. The delicious coffee after meals and the mindful enjoyment of the warm sun rays were just as much a part of everyday life here as the work itself and were truly celebrated. Once a week, we accompanied Connie to the weekly market and grocery shopping. It often happened that we made spontaneous detours to feed small puppies or even set out on little rescue missions when we found dogs by the roadside. Both of them have huge hearts for animals, and Connie’s instinct to help the dogs on the streets quickly rubbed off on us. On our onward journey, we therefore came close more than once to adopting a dog and ending our travels early. So beware: love for animals is contagious 😉 During these weeks, we also got to know many delicious vegan dishes from Connie, which we now regularly recreate ourselves. The lemon pesto in particular was a real flavor discovery that we will not forget anytime soon. The cabbage salad with soy strips has also made its way into our absolute top five dishes. And then there were the wild herbs... incredibly tasty and something we truly miss ever since.

Feiyu and I arrived in mid-August and were truly delighted to encounter everything this place had to offer — Charlotte and her lovely cats and dogs. In the jungle cabin, we spent three wonderful weeks together, filled with anticipation. We tried various types of “jungle work”, which felt entirely new to us, while Charlotte, though incredibly busy, was so understanding and always considerate of our efforts. We also met another lovely pair of volunteers, Maya and Manish. Together, we tackled small tasks, talked about all sorts of things, and enjoyed the last beautiful moments of our time in Thailand. This journey left us with entirely new feelings, and we will always cherish the memories of our time in Lanta and the lovely people (and furry friends) we met there.

At Sietes Fontes, I immediately felt at home. There's a family atmosphere here, and the communal space, the cuisine are full of wonderful energy, the positive energy that every guest leaves behind. Michel and Isabel are very empathetic and skilled at hosting, and they take care of you. Making you feel at ease is one of their priorities. Thank you :) I sleeped in a beautiful room and the big and clean bathroom inside have a hot water. The work was enjoyable, immersed in nature, and for those who enjoy jobs with Michael that is very good at explaining things, and the relationship begins by instilling great trust. I'm very Happy for this. The location, nestled in a cork oak forest, is extraordinarily beautiful and is a 30-minute walk from Portalegre, a lovely town with various shop and a bus station that can take you wherever you want. There's a direct line to Lisbon and other major cities. A place to return to, thanks :)

Felix and Enza came and stayed with me for about three weeks in November. They were a really nice and respectful couple, very easy to host. We shared both nice conversations and meals. I gave them lists over work I wanted help with, mostly involving cleaning the house before Christmas and painting some objekts. They worked through the tasks on my lists in a thorough manner. Thank you for helping me to prepare my farm house for the Holiday. I will give them my best recommendations :)

Marteen was an amazing volunteer and a great person to have at our hostel. From the beginning, he was responsible, proactive, and always willing to help with any task that needed to be done. He worked very well independently and also as part of the team, always with a positive attitude and a smile. Beyond his help, Marteen brought good energy to the hostel and got along very well with guests and staff. We truly appreciated his commitment, kindness, and hard work. We are very grateful for his time with us and would highly recommend him to any host looking for a reliable and friendly volunteer. He will always be welcome back here.

We absolutely loved hosting Francisco and Martina - they are so friendly, hardworking, and open to any challenge! Francisco supported our social media with capturing beautiful photography and videography content. Martina assisted us in the kitchen as we reorganized and improved our recipes. They are both self-starters, take initiative, and are very genuine and warm. We would happily welcome them back any time to our center!