This post is written by Yaryna Misyk. My first month in Tamsweg was a serene and memorable experience. November, often considered an in-between month, unfolded with a quiet charm that felt refreshing. It is late autumn, and the festive energy of December has yet to arrive, leaving....
Introduction Starting a volunteering journey with the European Solidarity Corps (ESC) was both exciting and a bit daunting. To kick off this experience, I joined an on-arrival training that brought together 20 volunteers from across Austria—Salzburg, Linz, Vorarlberg, Vienna, and Styria....
Moving to Tamsweg from Germany has been an adjustment. The town is quiet and secluded. Without a car, I walk everywhere, which gives me plenty of time to explore. I’ve found a cozy spot by the river. It’s become one of my favorite places, though I usually save my visits for the weekends....
Believe it or not, I’ve already completed six months of volunteering, which means I’m halfway through my project. It has been an incredibly interesting and memorable experience so far, and I’m hopeful that the next six months will be just as fulfilling. At the halfway point of an ESC....
This post is written by Aurélien Rinaudo. My name is Aurélien Rinaudo, and I am a French student. I completed a European Solidarity Corps (ESC) program for three months, from May to August 2024, in Tamsweg, a small town located in the heart of the Austrian Alps, in the Lungau region....
Volunteering in a mountainous area has numerous advantages, especially for those who enjoy outdoor activities like hiking. Around Tamsweg, there are countless stunning locations waiting to be explored, and recently, I had the opportunity to visit one of these remarkable spots. Exploring....