Volunteer at the Wooden Cabins Village in Switzerland 🇨🇭 and experience unmatched peace in the heart of the mountains, forests, and fresh air! 🌲
Hi! I’m Emil Labas (23 years old) from Palestinian communities inside the Green Line. For the past year and a half, I’ve been exploring volunteer programs around the world. Today, I want to share one of the most meaningful experiences I’ve had: Switzerland!
Imagine living in wooden cabins surrounded by nature—waking up to the sound of birds and the scent of wood, having breakfast with volunteers from all around the world, then spending just two hours planting something small, cleaning, cooking, or helping with light maintenance 🌿.
That’s it! The rest of the day? You walk through the forest, reflect, read, hike, or simply relax and breathe.
This place isn’t just peaceful—it’s an invitation to slow down… and live life more mindfully. 💛
🎯 Semi-Solo Volunteering:
• Volunteer only 2 hours a day
• The rest of the day is yours—to live, explore, travel, and enjoy
• You choose the time period that works for you (a full month is not required!)
Tasks may include:
• Cleaning cabins and facilities
• Gardening
• Helping with cooking
• Light maintenance and repair work
• Private room
• 3 healthy vegetarian meals per day
• Mental and emotional wellness workshops
• Daily connection with nature and a simple, authentic lifestyle
• Scenic hiking trails
• Waterfalls and lakes nearby
• Free time to reflect and recharge in nature
1. ✈️ Choose your airport:
You have 3 possible arrival options:
◦ Zurich Airport (ZRH) – Switzerland
◦ Geneva Airport (GVA) – Switzerland
◦ Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) – Italy ✅
2. 🚆 From the airport to a main train station:
◦ From Zurich or Geneva: Take a direct train to Zurich HB or Genève Cornavin.
◦ From Milan Malpensa: Travel to Domodossola station, then continue into Switzerland.
3. Final train destination:
Arrive at Goppenstein station – the closest station to Kippel village.
4. 🚌 From Goppenstein to Kippel:
Take the local bus no. 591 (PostAuto) and get off at Kippel, Dorf (the village center).
5. 🚶♂️ From the bus stop to your accommodation:
Walk 5–10 minutes on foot, or coordinate with the local host to be picked up—depending on your arrival time.
Program available:
May 1, 2026 – November 1, 2026
(Flexible date selection)
• Download the SBB Mobile app or use Google Maps to make transit easier.
• Try to arrive before sunset for safer and clearer mountain travel.
• Lost or confused? Contact us immediately—we’ll guide you step by step!