VIAXA POLA ISTORIA | SVI-GA-3208-26 | 2026-08-01 - 2026-08-12 | CULT | Age: 18 - 30

The General Directorate of Youth (www.xuventude.xunta.es) is a department of the Xunta de Galicia (www.xunta.gal) whose priority is to meet the needs and concerns of the young population living in Galicia, firmly believing that youth has much to contribute to society as a whole. We work to improve the quality of life of young people in our autonomous community, developing actions and programs that benefit them, increase their well-being and allow them to improve their skill.

Work: This cultural volunteer camp will support the organization of a Festival of National Tourist Interest, the "Festa da Istoria", which highlights the cultural nature of the festival. In this cultural celebration, history provides an insight into trades that are now in decline or forgotten, such as blacksmiths, carpenters, coopers, stonemasons, basket makers, and a long list of popular artisan traditions that have greatly influenced the economic history of Galicia, not to mention the importance of Ribeiro wine. The work to be carried out can be classified into two areas: A) Preparation of the ornamental elements for the "Festa da Istoria" decoration, focusing on the restoration of outdated or deteriorated materials, as well as the expansion of resources as requested. B) Development of tourist resources to revitalize the town of Ribadavia beyond the "Festa da Istoria." A live role-playing event will be designed, in which the volunteers from the volunteer camp will design a story that they will then act out, interacting directly with local participants who join the activity. Please note: This work camp does not coincide with the "Festa da Istoria," which will take place a few weeks after the camp ends. The activities are focused on the preparatory phase of the festival.

Accomodation and food: Albergue del Convento e Iglesia de Santo Antonio (Rúa S. Francisco, 2 32400 / Ribadabia)

Location: RibadaviaOurense

Location and Leisure: Ribadavia, located in the heart of the Ribeiro region (Ourense), is one of the Galician towns with the strongest medieval essence, recognized as a Historical-Artistic Site since 1947. It boasts the most relevant and best-preserved Jewish quarter in Galicia. The Hebrew community settled there between the 12th and 13th centuries, boosting trade and the fame of their wines throughout Europe. Its Jewish quarter is the most significant in Galicia, both for its importance and its state of preservation. Ribadavia is linked not only to wine, but also to the presence of the Jewish people. LEISURE ACTIVITIES • Traditional dance and music workshops; crafts: basketry and leather; and recycling to make medieval toys. • Guided tour of Ribadavia. • ​​Nighttime tours. • Visit to the Prexigueiro hot springs, the Pozas de Melón, Ourense, Allariz and San Cibrao de Las. • Video forum.

Airport: SCQ

Train/Bus station: Ourense.

There is a train station in Ribadavia. The best way to get to Ribadavia is via Ourense (by bus or train), and from Ourense to Ribadavia via www.monbus.es by road or by train via www.renfe.es. Lavacolla Airport in Santiago de Compostela (100 km from Ourense). From the bus station in Santiago, you can take a Monbus or Alsa bus (www.alsa.com) to travel to Ourense. You can also travel by train from Santiago to Ourense. Peinador Airport in Vigo (90 km from Ourense). From the bus station in Vigo, you can take a Monbus or Alsa bus to travel to Ourense. You can also travel by train to Ourense. The bus lines that connect the Peinador (Vigo) and Lavacolla (Santiago de Compostela) airports with their bus and train stations are www.vitrasa.es and www.tussa.org respectively.

Language: eng

Extra Fee: 0

Notes: The incorporation to the work camp is in the afternoon of the first day and the departure the last day after breakfast. It is advisable to bring: • Sleeping bag and mat. • Swimsuit, slippers and bath and shower towel. • Sun hat and sunscreen. • Small backpack for routes. • Comfortable and waterproof footwear. • Warm clothing. • Rain gear. • Work clothing and footwear.