SOLHEIMAR CAMP

Sólheimar "Home of the Sun" , Iceland‘s first and only eco-village, is situated in the southwest region of Iceland, 80 kilometers to the east of Reykjavík. Its foundation dates back to 1930 when a young visionary named Sesselja Sigmundsdóttir (1902-1974) established the community, which has since gained a reputation for its innovative approach and ecological principles, drawing visitors and volunteers from all over the world. The community fosters an inclusive environment where individuals with and without special needs reside and work together.

Sólheimar is renowned for its pioneering role in practicing organic farming and features an organically certified greenhouse, forestry, and arboretum. Furthermore, Sólheimar promotes other eco-friendly projects such as geothermal energy and recycling.

Work Project

The main work in this camp will be with the forestry called Ölur and also in the greenhouses which are called Sunna. Volunteers will be working in the greenhouses planting and harvesting vegetables, doing weed control and sometimes you will also be gardening. The work might involve work around the property painting or fixing things.