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Wirkstadt
Here you'll find a place full of resources and possibilities but it requires some self-motivation. The space is full of possibilities to unfold creativity, weather its in craft with wood, metal or plastic, painting, cooking, organising events and the list goes on.
We appreciate if you to tell us what you're after. Wether it's a certain skill, a dish you love to eat, art, or else... It's important for us to clarify that your expectations meets our offer.
As versatile the space is, so are the people who live here. You will find different ways of living, a varied mixture of characters which always leads to interesting discussions. The volunteers are given a lot of freedom and space to create with a few daily duties that we assign depending on the projects that are running.
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About the experience in: Lichtensteig, Switzerland
Mexico
My time in the community, without a doubt, has been one of the best experiences I've had; the experience is immensely enriching in many ways, the community makes you feel at home, they show you their support and affection from the first day, which helps to create this atmosphere of trust so that you can develop in the project and/or the task you choose, which tend to be quite flexible and full of creativity if you choose so. Definitely, the community is a magical place; I am infinitely grateful <3
15 days ago
About the experience in: Lichtensteig, Switzerland
Spain
What can I say about the community! Tremendous experience. Without a doubt a place that will stay forever in my heart! Everything here is amazing. An endless sea of possibilities if you want to learn about self-sufficiency and what it means to live in a community. I felt like getting involved in the wood workshop and giving life to the sewing atelier by making small repairs to clothes for my fellow participants. It is a warm and human place where they give you a lot of freedom to develop the skills you are interested in. Endless thanks from the heart for the time shared, the laughs, the treks, Migros and cold baths! :)
26 days ago
About the experience in: Lichtensteig, Switzerland
Argentina
One of the best volunteering experiences I've ever had. The people in the community were very friendly and made me feel right at home from day one. The townspeople were also very friendly and gave me a warm welcome. The tasks are incredibly flexible, and the opportunities to start new projects and connect with your artistic side are always encouraged. I absolutely loved this magical place!! Thank you so much!
27 days ago
About the experience in: Lichtensteig, Switzerland
New Zealand
Magic is real and it lives in the community! this community has been my sanctuary for a month, it was the perfect place to end a beautiful summer. every person i befriended here has an effervescent soul and made me feel seen - strangeness is not only accepted here but appreciated, we were weird and wonderful at dinner time dance parties and underneath meteor showers and in ice cold rivers. the work was catered to my creative spirit, i got to spend my days in the sewing room, or craft supply storage, and i got to partake in bringing to life a giant jellyfish -it was ideal! i will miss it forever!!
about 2 months ago
About the experience in: Lichtensteig, Switzerland
Israel
I had a wonderful experience here. The host was welcoming, kind, and made me feel comfortable from the beginning. I'm grateful for the time, the people, and the memories I made. I would happily recommend this experience to other travelers. Thank you for everything! 🤍
2 months ago