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Work exchange

Exchange your skills for accommodation
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Volunteer in NGOs, Schools & Social Projects
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Learn in Ecovillages, Farms & Permaculture Projects

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Hosts that recently have approved volunteers and are looking for more applications
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Hosts that have good ratings and receive many worldpackers
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Places to do a cultural exchange in Europe

86 opportunities found

Farm OSTUNI, Italy

Volunteering Opportunity in Agritourism – Reception and Support

32h/week Cleaning Housekeeping Reception
At least 4 weeks Private Room 3 meals
  • Sustainable project
  • Higher approval

Hostel Hvar, Croatia

Receptionist/social guide position needed for October!

30h/week Cleaning Party Promoter Housekeeping Reception
At least 30 days Shared Dorm 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Higher approval
  • Needs help immediately

Hostel Rome, Italy

Help out a small family-run hostel in Rome, Italy

25h/week Administration Party Promoter Cleaning Reception
At least 4 weeks Shared Dorm
  • 5.0
  • Higher approval
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NGO GENT, Belgium

Help us to organise and run a non-profit folk festival in Gent

25h/week Night Shift Cleaning Reception Bartending
From 3 to 9 days Shared Dorm 3 meals
  • 3.0
  • Sustainable project
  • Higher approval

Hospitality Grad Omiš, Croatia

Help us at our family hotel and enjoy paradisiac Croatian seaside

25h/week Cleaning Housekeeping Reception
From 4 to 12 weeks Shared Dorm 1 meal
  • 5.0
  • Top Host

Guest House Himare, Albania

Become a part of our hospitality (also transportation included)

25h/week Kitchen Hand Cleaning Reception Bartending
From 4 to 12 weeks Team Dorm 3 meals
  • 5.0

Hostel Lisbon, Portugal

Breakfast vibes volunteer - part of the reception team!

20h/week Kitchen Hand Reception
At least 4 weeks Shared Dorm 1 meal
  • 5.0

Hostel La Portela de Valcarce, Spain

Give us a hand in our Albergue in the Camino de Santiago!

30h/week Kitchen Hand Cleaning Housekeeping Reception
From 3 to 4 weeks Private Room 3 meals

Holistic Center Nassereith, Austria

Volunteering in a yoga retreat centre in the Austrian Alps!

30h/week Reception Kitchen Hand Cleaning Housekeeping
At least 4 weeks Team Dorm 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Sustainable project
  • Top Host

Hostel Braga, Portugal

🏡 Vive Braga a lo Local: Ayuda en un Hostel con Buenas Vibras

20h/week Cleaning Housekeeping Reception
From 2 weeks to 1 month Shared Dorm 1 meal
  • 1.0
  • High demand

Hostel Esmoriz, Portugal

Chill in this peaceful surf town in Portugal while volunteering !

25h/week Tour Guide Party Promoter Cleaning Reception
At least 4 weeks Shared Dorm 1 meal
  • 5.0
  • Higher approval

Hospitality Teupitz, Germany

Help us build our retreat direct on a lake just outside of Berlin

30h/week Kitchen Hand Housekeeping Reception Gardening
From 2 to 6 weeks Team Dorm 3 meals
  • 4.5

Guest House Ardara, Ireland

Come be a volunteer in the beautiful city of Ardara in Ireland

30h/week Cleaning Housekeeping Reception Gardening
From 4 to 8 weeks Tent 3 meals
  • 5.0

Farmstay Provincia di Pistoia, Italy

🌱Co-Create a Holistic Retreat Space in the Heart of Tuscany

32h/week Kitchen Hand Cleaning Reception Gardening
At least 4 weeks Shared Dorm 3 meals

Farmstay Lequio Tanaro, Italy

Podere del vescovo country house

30h/week Housekeeping Reception Kitchen Hand Tour Guide
From 1 to 4 weeks Shared Dorm 3 meals
  • 4.0
  • Sustainable project
  • Higher approval

Hostel Varna, Bulgaria

Help us at our party hostel in Bulgaria and have a good time!

25h/week Night Shift Kitchen Hand Housekeeping Reception
At least 2 weeks Shared Dorm
  • 4.5

How many countries are there in Europe?

It’s nice to remember that Europe is different from the European Union (EU). The EU is an economic and political union of 28 countries. It allows free movement of goods, capital, services and people (including visitors!) between member states. When it started in 1951, only Belgium, Germany, France, Italy, Luxembourg and the Netherlands participated. On the other hand, the continent of Europe comprises 50 countries. There are several nations with territory in both Europe and Asia like Turkey and Russia. They are considered to be “transcontinental”. 

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Is Eastern Europe worth visiting?

Eastern Europe is a term with many definitions! For people who travel to Europe, like tourists or backpackers, it usually refers to countries like Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, Austria, Croatia, Slovakia and others. These countries are known as generally cheaper than Central or Western Europe. In Prague you can find beer as good as in Munich! In Krakow you can learn about the world’s history by visiting Auschwitz and other museums. In Viena you can experience the Opera! Buda Castle in Budapest dates back to 1265! The region is definitely worth visiting if you enjoy saving money while having amazing experiences.

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Can I go to Europe using Worldpackers?

Yes! At Worldpackers you will find hostels, camping sites, NGOs, guesthouses, eco lodges, farms...you name it! Use your skills to exchange work for accomodation in Europe. You can check our host list and make a profile for free. Once you provide info about your skills and travel goals, you can schedule a trip by becoming a member of the Worldpackers community for only $49 a year!

How Worldpackers works: the complete guideTime to prepare for your trip as a worldpacker!

How do Worldpackers trips work?

As a member, you can contact as many hosts and travel safely as many times as you want.

Choose your plan to travel with Worldpackers as many times as you like.

Complete your profile, watch the video lessons in the Academy, and earn certificates to stand out to hosts.

Apply to as many positions as you like, and get in contact with our verified hosts.

If a host thinks you’re a good fit for their position, they’ll pre-approve you.

Get your documents and tickets ready for your volunteer trip.

Confirm your trip to enjoy all of the safety of Worldpackers.

Have a transformative experience and make a positive impact on the world.

If anything doesn’t go as planned with a host, count on the WP Safeguard and our highly responsive support team!

After volunteering, you and your host exchange reviews.

With positive reviews, you’ll stand out to hosts and get even more benefits.

Check out all our plans Learn more about how it works