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I spent a month working on a farm in Switzerland, and the volunteering made for the best sustainable vacation

Ida FrancisMay 10, 2023, 00:12 IST

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  • I went to Switzerland for the first time in the summer of 2022 — and stayed for a month.
  • Volunteering with the opportunity to travel around Switzerland was an ideal package.
  • Making an impact while traveling sustainably and on a budget is the way to go.
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I spent a month of my summer working in Switzerland, volunteering on an organic farm with my roommate.

I volunteered at Wirkstatt Auboden, helping in their garden and kitchen.Ida Francis

We wanted to go to Switzerland for its hiking, so we looked for volunteer and work-exchange opportunities on farms.

New growth in the Wirkstatt Auboden garden.Ida Francis
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Before confirming our stay, we asked a lot of questions about the farm and duties. Then we flew to Switzerland.

Tilled rows for new crops, left, and getting ready to harvest.Ida Francis

My daily work tasks varied based on the weather and the needs of the property.

Everyone gets dessert on Friday, Saturday, and Sundays.Ida Francis
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The days we spent in the garden or kitchen were my favorite. I loved harvesting produce we'd use for lunch and dinner that day.

Preparing green onions and leeks for lunch.Ida Francis

I felt welcomed at the farm by fellow volunteers and workers and liked how everyone was valued and played their part.

Eating a meal, prepared in the kitchen, as a team.Ida Francis
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Since our workdays ended at 4 p.m., I enjoyed free time in the evenings for leisure activities like swimming.

Swimming in a river near the farm during free hours.Ida Francis

We filled our weekends with exploring nature nearby, including the tallest mountain I've ever hiked.

The summit at the Säntis mountain.Ida Francis
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Aside from adventures, we also had time to rest and refuel for the next workweek.

Sightseeing along Seealpsee trail and cold plunges in the river near the farm.Ida Francis

For my first WWOOFing experience, I learned the beauty of traveling this way was being able to reconnect with nature, save money, and enjoy my time stress-free.

Spending time by the Seealpsee lake and meeting a friendly mountain goat.Ida Francis
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I'd recommend volunteering with WWOOF as a sustainable, budget-friendly way to travel the world.

Working hands. Mulberries can get messy.Ida Francis
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