ESC: On The Hill Under The Rock 2026

Name: ESC: On The Hill Under The Rock 2026
Start: 2026-08-16
End: 2026-08-31
Location: Spain

Code: 51090 Copied

Spain European Voluntary Service Social work Environment Culture European Voluntary Service Social work +2 Fixed dates

About the project

📝 Detailed information

💼 What the programme involves

"On the Hill Under the Rock" is a didactic workcamp in collaboration with Fundación Vital, focused on sustainable living and environmental education. Volunteers will receive training on renewable energy, water use, recycling, and basic survival. Tasks include maintenance work (painting, sanding, repairs), firewood collection, organic garden care, and natural space cleanup. Volunteers may also support post-fair cleanup after the local cattle festival (Aug 18–20). Educational activities include workshops on climate change, flora and fauna identification, geology, and visits to see renewable energy systems like a hydraulic ram and microturbine. The project encourages cultural exchange, critical thinking, and practical learning in a stunning natural setting.

🏠 Accommodation on site

Accommodation will be provided in Fundación Vital’s wooden house under basic conditions while food is provided and prepared by volunteers in teams guided by camp leaders with the possibility of adapting diets if informed in advance. We recommend arriving at Oviedo Asturias Airport (OVD) or alternatively checking Bilbao or Santander and then taking an ALSA bus from OVD to Oviedo city which takes about 45 minutes and costs approximately 9€ so volunteers should ideally arrive in Spain in the morning.

⚠️ Requirements

The Participant profile: We are looking for motivated, curious, and adaptable young people who are eager to learn about sustainability, rural life, and environmental protection. No specific skills are required, but participants should be willing to engage in manual work, live in basic conditions, and contribute to group life (cooking, cleaning, etc.). An interest in nature, teamwork, and cultural exchange is essential. Volunteers should also be open to reflection and learning-by-doing. Spots are limited to 14 volunteers total, with a maximum of 2-3 per country.
Deadline: 16/07/2026 00:00

ℹ️ Additional information

The project is implemented under the European Solidarity Corps Programme, financed by the European Commission.
The participating organisations have to be mindful of these needs as they are responsible for providing a respectful and trusting hosting environment. At the same time, the organisations participating in the initiative devote a great deal of time, energy and resources to set up a high-quality activity; they should therefore expect that European Solidarity Corps participants show a similar level of respect for the local communities and the people that are directly concerned by the activities (https://youth.europa.eu/solidarity/mission_en).
What do we provide ?

Training before and after the project
Health insurance during your project
round-trip travel reimbursement
accommodation and food
pocket money
language course
Return Week-end
Youth Pass and SVI international Volunteer passport

Before applying for this volunteering project, you need to enroll yourself at European Solidarity Corps Platform (https://europa.eu/youth/solidarity_en) and specify your European Solidarity Corps Participant Number (PRN).
This organisation holds a European Solidarity Corps Quality Label.
Contact the ESC coordinator at +32 2 888 67 13 to get more informations.

Interested in this project? Create your account and apply online.

📅 Available sessions

ES51090

16/08/2026 → 31/08/2026

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Deadline: 16/07/2026

ℹ️ Key information

Age required

18–30 years old

Solidarity donation

0.00 EUR

French tax residents may be eligible for a tax reduction of up to 66% of their costs (membership, plane tickets, solidarity donation).

📍 Location

33826 Yernes y Tameza, Asturias, Spain

Spain

🌍 Location info

Local currency

Euro Member Countries (EUR / €)

Timezone

Central European Summer Time

Local time: 21:14 (12/11/2026)

🛡️ Before you leave

Security information

📞 Contact us

[email protected]

+32 2 888 67 13

Contact form

✅ Features

🏠 Accommodation

Collective

🗣️ Languages spoken

English Spanish