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

Detalles

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  Descripción

  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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  Tipos de ayuda y oportunidades de aprendizaje

  Práctica de idiomas

  Ayuda en proyectos ecológicos

  Jardinería básica

  Proyectos creativos DIY «hazlo tú mismo»

  Cuidado de animales

  Cocinar para toda la familia

  Ayuda doméstica

  Mantenimiento básico

  Cuidado de casas y mascotas
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  Intereses

  

  Vida en autocaravana

  

  Tecnología

  

  Sostenibilidad

  

  Autodesarrollo

  

  Política / justicia social

  

  Mascotas

  

  Cuidado de plantas

  

  Fotografía

  

  Música

  

  Idiomas

  

  Jardinería

  

  Bricolaje y manualidades

  

  Cocina y alimentación

  

  Carpintería

  

  Libros

  

  Astronomía

  

  Arquitectura

  

  Animales

  

  Yoga / bienestar

  

  Deportes de invierno

  

  Deportes de equipo

  

  Actividades al aire libre

  

  Naturaleza

  

  Montaña

  

  Senderismo

  

  Baile

  

  Acampada

  

  Playa

  

  Deportes de aventura
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  Intercambio cultural y oportunidades de aprendizaje

  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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  Ayuda

  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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  Idiomas

  Idiomas hablados
  Alemán: Fluido
  Inglés: Fluido
  Francés: Fluido
  Portugués: Principiante

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  Este anfitrión ha indicado que está interesado en compartir su idioma o aprender otro.
  Ponte en contacto con él para obtener más información.
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  Alojamiento

  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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  Algo más...

  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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  Un poco más de información

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    Acceso a Internet

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    Acceso a Internet limitado

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    Tenemos animales

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    Somos fumadores

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    Puede alojar familias

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  Puede acoger a nómadas digitales

  Este anfitrión ha indicado que le encanta acoger a nómadas digitales.

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  Espacio para aparcar autocaravanas

  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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  Podría aceptar mascotas

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

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  ¿Cuántos voluntarios puedes hospedar?

  Dos

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  Mis animales / mascotas

  Miki

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