OH-W03

About this camp: Lohra Castle, with its centuries-old architecture and vast natural surroundings, is a site of historical significance that requires continuous care. This workcamp allows volunteers to contribute to the sustainable management of the castle, engaging in essential maintenance tasks to preserve its grounds and ensuring it remains a welcoming space for future visitors.




Work: – Volunteers will engage in seasonal maintenance tasks including mowing and clearing organic material.- The workcamp supports the long-term care of Lohra Castle, enhancing its accessibility and preservation.- Volunteers contribute to the aesthetic and functional upkeep of the historic site, focusing on communal spaces and halls.- The income generated from activities is reinvested into conservation and educational projects.- Participants experience living in a medieval site, fostering a sense of stewardship and connection to heritage.



Accommodation and Food: – Volunteers stay in rustic but fair conditions within the historic site, with basic shared facilities.- Collective meal preparation fosters camaraderie and cultural exchange among participants.- Food is fully provided as part of the programme, ensuring no additional costs for volunteers.



Leisure Activities: – Lohra Castle is a representative medieval fortification with a history spanning over a thousand years.- The site reflects multiple layers of architectural evolution and features a Romanesque chapel from the 12th century.- The castle serves as a center for heritage conservation and cultural initiatives, welcoming volunteers for maintenance efforts.



Start Date: 2025-07-06



End Date: 2025-07-19



Camp Code: OH-W03



Extra Fee/ Camp Fee: 0



(In addition to the VolTra application fee paid through this webpage, the local workcamp organization will collect the additional “Extra Fee/Camp Fee” of the above amount from participants on the first day of the workcamp to support the operation of local projects).