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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
  • Top Host
  • Higher approval

Hotel Hitzacker, Germany

Ideal Placement for Student to discover the German lifestyle

30h/week Bartending Kitchen Hand Cleaning Housekeeping
From 4 to 12 weeks Team Dorm 3 meals
  • 4.5
  • Higher approval

Eco Lodge Gromin Dolac - Island Of Hvar, Croatia

Beach bar bartender & cook needed in our off-the-grid Robinson hostel, right on top of a secluded beach on the beautiful island of Hvar!

32h/week Cooking Kitchen Hand Bartending
At least 4 weeks Private Room 3 meals
  • 5.0
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Guest House Rottenmann, Austria

Enjoy the mountain life

25h/week Cooking Kitchen Hand Bartending
At least 4 weeks Private Room 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Top Host

Guest House Söderbärke, Sweden

Helping hands in restaurant and kitchen

25h/week Cooking Kitchen Hand Bartending
At least 4 weeks Private Room 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Top Host
  • Higher approval

Hostel Shkodër, Albania

Have a great time while assisting us in our lovable hostel in the Historic city of Shkodra

30h/week Housekeeping Reception Night Shift Bartending
From 3 weeks to 1 month Shared Dorm 1 meal
  • 4.5
  • Higher approval

Eco Lodge Gromin Dolac - Island Of Hvar, Croatia

Beach resort looking for safe & experienced shuttle bus driver

25h/week Housekeeping Reception Bartending Tour Guide
At least 4 weeks Private Room 3 meals
  • 5.0

Hotel Lisdoonvarna, Ireland

Join our staff at a traditional Irish hotel west coast Ireland!

25h/week Kitchen Hand Bartending Cooking
From 4 to 12 weeks Private Room 3 meals
  • 3.0

Other Hvar, Croatia

Hvar Boat Party Promoters & Hosts Wanted 🚤🎉

24h/week Tour Guide Party Promoter Bartending
From 4 to 8 weeks Team Dorm

Hostel Rhodes, Greece

✨ Live the Island Life: Help at Our Hostel in Rhodes 🇬🇷🌞

30h/week Cleaning Housekeeping Reception Bartending
From 4 to 4 weeks Shared Dorm 1 meal

Camping Ellertshaar, Netherlands

Help with kitchenwork at our farm and campsite! :)

25h/week Kitchen Hand Bartending
At least 4 weeks Tent 3 meals
  • 4.5
  • Top Host
  • High demand

Hostel Leipzig, Germany

Help us with lending a hand in the kitchen or at our bar

25h/week Kitchen Hand Bartending
From 2 to 12 weeks Team Dorm 1 meal
  • 5.0
  • Top Host
  • Higher approval
  • Needs help immediately

Camping Ellertshaar, Netherlands

Help with barwork at our campsite! :)

25h/week Kitchen Hand Housekeeping Bartending Gardening
At least 4 weeks Tent 3 meals
  • 4.5
  • Top Host
  • High demand

Hotel Vlore, Albania

Join us as a bartender at our rooftop restaurant!

24h/week Bartending
From 2 to 4 weeks Shared Dorm 1 meal
  • 5.0
  • Top Host
  • Higher approval

Hotel Vlore, Albania

Bartender/Server - Rooftop Restaurant

24h/week Bartending
At least 1 week Shared Dorm 1 meal
  • 5.0
  • Top Host
  • Higher approval

Hotel Vlore, Albania

Reception Position at Boutique Hotel

24h/week Tour Guide Administration Reception Bartending
At least 1 week Shared Dorm 1 meal
  • 5.0
  • Top Host
  • Higher approval

Work exchange in Europe: where to start?

The cultural hub of the world, Europe is home to world-known museums and landmarks like the Eiffel Tower, the Colosseum, the Amsterdam Canals, La Sagrada Familia or the Acropolis in Athens. As a volunteer in Europe you’ll explore landscapes, monuments and the best foods for a cold winter like belgian fries or hungarian goulash. Take a train to Eastern Europe to find amazing places like Prague Castle, Buda Castle or the many museums of Vienna. Enjoy the nordic landscapes of Norway or the amazing beaches of Spain and Portugal. Europe has it all!

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What kind of tasks can I do in a work exchange in Europe?

Backpacking in Europe is the experience of a lifetime, but it can be expensive. Save money as a volunteer in Europe to get free accommodation in exchange for work. You can explore vibrant capitals in Europe like Brussels, Paris, Berlin or Zagreb. There are thousands of hostels who offer room and board in exchange for help. You can help as a receptionist, bartender, cleaner, language teacher, social media, photographer, party promoter or even as a chef if you have the right skills!

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Use Worldpackers to find free accommodation in exchange for work in Europe

Your eurotrip has never been closer! Save money on hostels in Europe by exchanging work for room and board in Germany, Austria, Belgium, Holland...you name it. As a volunteer in a hostel in Europe you can help with kitchen and bar tasks, household chores, communication and interaction with guests or even marketing. There are also places where you can help and participate in eco activities, yoga classes, tours and more. Become a member of the Worldpackers community and schedule a trip!

How Worldpackers works: the complete guide

Time 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.

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