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We are a group of 6 grownup friends & family (+2 more people who don't live nearby at this point) and 3 kids renovating and rebuilding an old historic building that has been used as a cinema, bowling alley, and restaurant with a beer garden in the past and much more. The property with a garden is around 3000 m² large and home to over 100-year-old chestnut trees, as well as other fruit trees and plants beside the construction site and current storage areas for building materials. We try to make our dream come true and plan to convert the building into homes for community living, a workshop, an open space to be used for local associations for events, classses, workshops or so, a shared garden with beehives and chickens. Sustainability is a key aspect of this project as we are reusing as many of the old materials as possible to combine those with ecological technologies such as modern heating and solar systems, compost bio toilett or green roofs while conserving the historical soul of the building.
Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre
Aide avec des éco-projets
Jardinage
Bricolage et construction
Entretien général
Centres d’intérêt
Dev. durable
Bricolage / artisanat
Jardinage
Blogs
Architecture
Nature
Camping
Activités en plein air
Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre
If you are interested in community life, building projects, handcraft, sustainable construction or just getting your hands dirty, you found the right place. We are open-minded people with different backgrounds and educations, more or less related to the project, and are all willing to share our ideas and expertise: We have two carpenters (In German Zimmermann & Tischler), a mason, and two civil engineers, an ENT doctor, a sustainable design engineer, and a curative educator. We also all speak fluent German and English, fluent Spanish (two people), and fluent French (one person).
With our past workawayers we have had the chance to enjoy cultural exchanges through cooking together dishes from their home countries and our own (have you experienced German asparagus yet? Or the local "Thüringer Bratwurst"?), going out to the famous Christmas market in Erfurt (one of the most beautiful markets in Germany), joining concerts (Die Prinzen - famous German Band!), going to local parties in the village, chatting around the camp fire etc. So, if you hang around for a bit there are plenty of occasions to socialize if you are up to it. If you rather enjoy nature, peace and quiet that is just fine as well.
Aide
There is always plenty to do in this project and we are grateful for any helping hand we can get. Ideally, 5 hours per day 5 days a week from Thursday-Monday would fit our schedule best, as some of us are working during the week and we can best support during that time (but we are very flexible and are open to discussing possible alternative schedules). Our permanent homes are not far and we stay on site whenever possible. Our close neighbors are also involved in the project and help out occasionally. When you arrive we provide you with all our phone numbers so you can contact us at any time.
In order to have a fulfilling experience, we would suggest planning a stay for at least 1-2 weeks and more is always welcome. Tasks vary as the construction site progresses, as an example these can include the following: painting windows, sanding beams, grouting, sorting materials, building a compost toilette with IBC containers, gardening, helping out in the kitchen, chopping branches, filling holes, planting a green roof, building up fences, mowing lawn, building walls, getting your hands dirty in any possible way ... It includes physical tasks, but for hard, dangerous works that require any kind of expertise, we, of course, have paid professional workers. We can always find work that you feel comfortable doing even with zero expertise. Just be responsible and reliant and let us know what your interested in and what you feel capable of doing.
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Langues parlées
Allemand: Courant
Anglais: Courant
Français: Courant
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Hébergement
As you will be living on the site, the facilities are very simple, so don't expect luxury: There are different sleeping possibilities, depending on the season. There is space in the garden where we can build up tents (2-3) (tested and approved by ourselves). There is a big one with 2 compartments and two smaller ones. Enough space for up to 4 couples or pairs that don't mind sleeping next to each other. Additionally, we have finished restoring one tiny cosy sleeping room under the roof with space for max. 2 couples. Be aware the ceiling is not high enough to be standing, so it’s really just for sleeping. You’ll need to climb up a ladder and in the room, there is electricity and a small heater you can use for cold nights. Additionally, we have a big open space under the new roof of the already renovated building. This is suitable for summer and requires to climb up some ladders, but you'll really be in the heart of the project between historic and new beams. As we sleep on sight occaionally, as well as our friends and other workawayers, you would potentially share a room with other, please let us know if you are not comfortable with this, so we can plan accordingly.
We also provide mattresses, blankets, and sleeping bags as much as you need to be comfortable. Just let us know if ypu need anything additional. If you have a van to sleep in you can also park it here, there is plenty of space.
We have a shower outside in the garden with electrical water heating that works somewhat, the water is not super cold but dosn't really get cosy warm either. Be aware that it will be fresh depending on the weather, the shower is located in a wooden hut that is not isolated.
There is a portable toilet close to the construction site and we have installed a bio-toilet system on our garden hosue, which works with a regular toilet and water system, so you really have the luxury like at home.
There is always the possibility of using hot water from the kitchen in our new garden house were we have a shared break room. The room is fully insulated, heatable and equiped with a table for breaks, changing area and a modern kitchen with stove, coffee maker, kettle, oven, fridge and even a dishwasher.
We have all the safety equipment like gloves, glasses, Helmets, safety shoes, etc. that we require everyone to wear according to the task. Additionally, you'll be provided with towels and working clothes. We can also wash your clothes for you, just make sure to shake off the main dirt first, so we don't ruin our washing machines. Be aware that there is NO WIFI on site, if you need to go online for a bit you can come home with us or to the city.
Whenever we are on-site, we like to eat together. Most of the time, lunch will be organized by us on Saturdays and Fridays we usually go to the barbecue from the butcher around the corner (there are vegetarian options as well!) . Just let us know if you are on any special diet. For other times you can go to the supermarket (Netto) in the village (7 min walk) and get yourself groceries you need for your stay,and we will reimburse you. Or you can check out the kebab place.
Feel free to bring your dog.
Autres infos...
The property is in a small village close to Erfurt that is very well connected by train (15 min walk to the station) and we can lend you a bike so you can come around easily. There is not much in the village besides a kebap, a small farm store, a butcher and a new supermarket that has everything you need, but it's surrounded by fields, nature and a small river. If you want to visit the surrounding cities it's very easy by train, car or if you're up to it, also by bike. Erfurt is just 10 km away / 10 min by train, Weimar is around 15 km away / 40 min by train, Jena is around 40 km away/ 1 hour by train. All three cities are worth a trip to visit as they have beautiful historical centers and lots of culture and museums.
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From the start of our communication I felt like I was going to a good place and this feeling grew only stronger.
I only had two weeks in Vieselbach, but I still believe I managed to grasp how's the life at the construction site - and I found it amazing! Yes, the work is very physicals… read more
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From the start of our communication I felt like I was going to a good place and this feeling grew only stronger.
I only had two weeks in Vieselbach, but I still believe I managed to grasp how's the life at the construction site - and I found it amazing! Yes, the work is very physicals… read more
The work was physical, but never dull as it varied from day to day, so there were always new and interesting challenges. I learned a lot and would highly recommend this host to everyone.
The hosts consist of 3 couples, and they are all so energetic and fun to work with. They're also… read more
I had no real experience with building. they were really patient with me, and taught me a lot. I'm so grateful for their kindness and friendship. Even though the days are long and hard on a… read more
Initially I was going to stay only until end October, because initially I was sleeping in a tent and it was getting cold, but… read more
