📝 Detailed information
💼 What the programme involves
Grabstejn is a former medieval castle which was later rebuilt as a Renaissance chateau. It was badly damaged during the communist regime, but has since been rebuilt. Now it is an example of care for historical heritage. It presents the life of high society through the centuries to the wide public. Visitors to the castle are offered classic guided tours, as well as different cultural and educational activities. The castle is state-owned and is run by the National Heritage Institute under the Ministry of Culture. The aim of the ESC project is to help local staff to maintain the castle park and its surroundings.
We need you to have a sending organisation, once you will be accepted, we will help you to find one in your country of residence.
🏠 Accommodation on site
You will sleep directly in the castle in one big room with 12 bunk beds. Bring your own sleeping bag. There is a toilet and a shower with hot water, a common room and a small kitchen. You will cook together as a group. There is also a fireplace outside in the backyard of the castle where you can have a barbecue.
🎒 Leisure activities
Learning more about the castle and its history (a guided tour around the castle - including places inaccessible to the public), a discussion about the renovation of the castle (in the early 90's Grabštejn was almost a ruin). There will be an opportunity to organize a community dinner with local tourist guides. Please bring recipes of your favorite dishes and pictures or music from your country/home area.
⚠️ Requirements
The Participant profil: This project is especially suitable for volunteers who like gardening and want to explore the history of the castle. Please note that work will be physically demanding, so it’s perfect for hardworking individuals. Smoking is limited to designated areas. Allergies notice: pollen, bees, and wasps. Also, we would like to ask you to write short motivation letter.
Volunteers with fewer opportunities are welcomed to the project.
Deadline: Application deadline: 31/05/2022
ℹ️ Additional information
Participants are entitled to receive a Youthpass certificate from the organiser, for recognition of their competence development during the activity. Read more about Youthpass:https://www.youthpass.eu/en/
This organisation holds a European Solidarity Corps Quality Label. The Quality Label certifies that the organisation is able to run projects in compliance with the principles and objectives of the European Solidarity Corps.