An open call for 30 young people from all over Europe to join an 8-day Itinerant youth trail across La Rioja, in Northern Spain. The idea is for this route to promote the sustainable development of the lesser-known corners of the region, highlighting both their natural and cultural heritage as well as their entrepreneurial dynamism. This event is organised by "Manfred on Tour" and co-funded by the European Union through the Erasmus+ Programme of the European Union.
About the Project
Rutea La Rioja 2026 is an 8-day itinerant youth trail across La Rioja, in Northern Spain. Participants will hike through mountains, explore caves, cross rivers, and visit cultural and artistic venues, participate in local events and concerts, and immerse themselves in the historical richness of the region, all while living together in a dynamic, non-formal learning environment.
This experience is not just a route. It's a moving classroom. A shared adventure. A European youth experience in motion. The main objectives of the project are:
- To promote environmental sustainability through experiential outdoor learning
- To foster intercultural dialogue and European identity
- To develop teamwork, leadership, and resilience skills
- To connect young people with cultural and historical heritage
- To encourage personal growth through physical and social challenges
- To strengthen youth participation through non-formal education
The project will be held in La Rioja, in the north of Spain. The smallest region of the country, world-famous for its vineyards, will show diversity of landscapes, people, and cultures, becoming the best learning sandbox possible.
Eligibility | Who can apply?
- Youth workers, Volunteers, youngesters, adventurers, change makers, and physically active people.
- Applicants must be aged between 18 and 35 and living in a European Country.
- Independent English users
- Be a dynamic and curious person
Expenses and Benefits
- In case of selection, participants will have to contribute a 50€ fee as a solidarity fee to the NGO's account. This amount is requested to confirm participation and will be dedicated to creating a solidarity fund to reinvest in local NGOs of the region, so the project will leave another direct impact in the area.
- All project expenses (travel, accommodation, meals, activities, etc.) are covered by the programme organisers.
- According to the Erasmus+ programme, participants in training courses can have their travel expenses reimbursed up to the amount given by the Erasmus + guidelines. This reimbursement amount depends on distance and means of transportation - the greener, the higher the reimbursement limit. All tickets used must be kept and shared with the organisation to justify your reimbursement.
- from 10 - 99 km: 28 € (normal), 56 € (green)
- from 100 - 499 km: 211 € (normal), 285 € (green)
- from 500 - 1999 km: 309 € (normal), 417 € (green)
- Hiking boots (mandatory)
- Big bag of 50-60L
- Small bag of 25L
- Light sleeping bag
- Sleeping mat
- Reusable water bottle
- Sun protection
- Swimsuit
- Rain jacket
- European Health Insurance Card
- Energy & good vibes
- Energizers
- Food and materials for the intercultural night
Application deadline: 1st of April 2026
More details
For more details about the volunteering opportunity, check the info pack from (link). If you still have any questions, contact the organisers at rutealarioja@manfredontour.es
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