Stone & Story: Castle Renovation
INEX SLOVAKIA-OBCIANSKE ZDRUZENIE
Kysak, Eslováquia
Descrição
Volunteers will be helping with revitalizing the old ruins of small Kysak Castle in eastern part of Slovakia. Kysak Castle was a medieval castle. Nowadays there are only ruins left underground. Be aware that you will not be able to see castle. Goal of camp will be to explore the foundations of castle tower, which are located below the surface. Work will be part of archeological research. Volunteers will also be involved in renovation work, cleaning area, transport of material (like sand, rocks, and water). Volunteers will learn about history of castles in Eastern Slovakia. In case, there will be a cultural event, volunteers will help with its organization. There is possibility that volunteers will help also at other castle – Obisovce or Hanigovce Castle. No building and archeological experience are needed. In case of any questions, contact Monika on inex@inex.sk. Please, don't write to Association Rakociho cesta.
Comparticipação nas despesas de alojamento, alimentação e transporte
Volunteers will sleep in the local town house. Accommodation is simple. Please do not expect hotel standards. Volunteers will sleep in shared rooms on beds and mattresses. Shared bathroom with shower, toilet facilities, washing machine and fully equipped kitchen are provided in the house. Volunteers divided in the kitchen teams will be in charge of preparing the food for breakfast and dinner, the groceries will be provided. The lunch will be provided by local partner. On request, vegetarian meals can be provided. Transport arrangements will be shared with accepted volunteers in the infosheet.
Formação durante a atividade
There will be online pre-departure meeting organized by INEX Slovakia for accepted volunteers. The volunteers will prepare the "Feast of cultures" - an international food evening. Part of the program is “volunteering footprint” workshop and an educational workshop about current events in Europe. Our camps will follow the rules of Sustainability campaign.
Perfil do participante
Young person from EU member country, age 18 to 30 who want to take part in an intercultural project in Slovakia. Personal motivation to step out of the comfort zone and become a volunteer for 2 weeks. Speak good English. As the revitalization of the Kysak Castle is in its beginning, the volunteers will be helping in the forest. There is no toilet in the forest. Important: As the revitalization of the Kysak Castle is in its beginning, the volunteers will be helping in the forest. There is no toilet in the forest. In order to reach work place it is necessary to walk up to the hill for 30 minutes.
Datas da atividade
De 05/08/2026 a 20/08/2026
Local da atividade
Kysak, Eslováquia
Tipo de atividade
Equipas de voluntariado
Procuramos participantes dos seguintes países
Alemanha, Bulgária, Bélgica, Chéquia, Croácia, Dinamarca, Eslováquia, Eslovénia, Espanha, Estónia, Finlândia, França, Gronelândia, Grécia, Hungria, Irlanda, Islândia, Itália, Letónia, Listenstaine, Lituânia, Luxemburgo, Malta, Noruega, Países Baixos, Polónia, Portugal, Roménia, Suécia, Ucrânia, Áustria
Temas da atividade
Citizenship and democratic participation
Environment and natural protection
Data-limite para a apresentação de candidaturas
Prazo de candidatura: 22/07/2026 00:00
Código do projeto
2025-2-SK02-ESC51-VTJ-000370863