ISL2504ESC Stone & Story: Castle Renovation Solidarités Jeunesses

PARTENAIRE

The Civil Association Rakociho cesta carries the idea of a touristic path that would connect places related to the history of the Rakoci’s family tree. The aim of the movement is to preserve and renovate historical monuments and traditions. They would like to continue with the original “Rakoci’s path” goal which was to contribute to the development of the region. Rakociho cesta is currently involved in the renovation of the following castles: Saris, Kapusany, Sebes, Solnohrad (Salt Castle), Lipovce and Obisovce. The workcamps have been organized with the association since 2008.

Localisation

Kysak

gare la plus proche

: Airport – Vienna, Bratislava or Kosice, then train or bus to Kysak. Please keep in mind that the journey from Bratislava to Kysak takes around 5 hours. So please plan your journey to Bratislava with arrival in the morning or try to find the flight connection directly to Kosice and then bus/train to Kysak.

aéroport le plus proche

KSC

Itinéraire vers le point de RDV

Local town house in Kysak, on 09.08.2025 around 5 pm. More info will be provided to accepted volunteers in the infosheet sent at least 4 weeks before the start of the workcamp.

Informations supplémentaires

Study Part: The volunteers will prepare the "Feast of cultures" - an international food evening for the local community and will join the “volunteering footprint” workshop. There will be also an educational workshop about current topic in Europe. Our camps will follow the rules of Sustainability campaign. Important: As the revitalization of the Kysak Castle is in its beginning, the volunteers will be helping in the forest. There is no toilet in the forest. In the case of motivation, we would welcome motivation written by a volunteer and not by artificial intelligence. This project is supported by the program European Solidarity Corps (ESC) for young people between 18 and 30 years. It is open to all volunteers that fit the ESC criteria. Volunteers will receive a financial support for their travel, according to a maximum amount established in accordance with their travel distance and upon the presentation of original tickets; volunteers need to enrol in the PASS, the ESC Portal; then INEX Slovakia will organise their matching, on the online system, with the volunteering project.

Remarques

Bring a sleeping bag, working clothes and gloves, warm clothes, raincoat, strong boots, swimming suit, insect repellent, flashlight and a smile on your lips :) You can also bring some games from your country.

Travail

Volunteers will be helping with revitalizing the old ruins of the small Kysak Castle in eastern part of Slovakia. Kysak Castle was a medieval castle. Nowadays there are only ruins left underground. Be aware that you will not be able to see the castle. The town Kysak is trying to preserve cultural heritage. The goal of the camp will be to explore the foundations of the castle tower, which are located below the surface. The work will be part of the archeological research. The volunteers will also be involved in renovation work, cleaning the area, transport of the material (like sand, rocks, and water). The volunteers will learn about the history of the castles in Eastern Slovakia. In case, there will be a cultural event, the volunteer will help with its organization. There is possibility that the volunteers will help also at the other castle closed to Kysak Castle – Obisovce or Hanigovce Castle. No building and archeological experience are needed. The working hours will be from Monday to Friday, approximately 8:30 – 15:00, including a lunch break. By participating to this project, you contribute to protecting the local cultural heritage (UN SDG 11).

Logement & nourriture

The volunteers will stay in the town Kysak in the eastern part of Slovakia. The volunteers will sleep in the local town house in shared room on the beds and mattresses. A sleeping bag is required. Shared bathroom with shower, toilet facilities and fully equipped kitchen are provided in the house. Volunteers divided in the kitchen teams will be in charge of preparing the food for breakfast and dinner, the groceries will be provided. The lunch will be provided by local partner. On request, vegetarian meals can be provided.

Emplacement & temps libre

Kysak is a small town and railway hub close to second biggest city in Slovakia -Kosice. There is a good train connection from Kysak to Kosice and Presov. There is possibility to visit castles Obisovce and Sokol. The village is surrounded by beautiful nature with many touristic routes and hiking opportunities.

Objectifs de développement durable