Vale das Lobas

Logo of the Global Ecovillage Network with interconnected leaf and flower design.
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About the Communities

  • Established
  • English
  • Ecological
  • Rural

Founding year

  • 2009

What we do

Vale das Lobas is a Rural Regeneration Project in the Beira Alta region of Portugal, promoting biodiversity, well being and discovery, and providing inspiration in natural medicine, eco-construction and agro-ecology. The project began in 2009, with the goal of creating a multi-faith healing centre, and a beacon of peace where visitors could have inspirational experiences in Nature. We chose a location within an existing village with over one hundred residents, because we were committed to integration within the local community, and over the years, we have worked in close collaboration with local organisations, including the Municipality, the high school and local business.
Vale das Lobas means Valley of the She-Wolves. The last wolf was seen here in 1995. The name provides a reference to the natural order, where all are valued and cared for. The near extermination of the wolf is emblematic of the problem that must be solved; it is time to reverse the trend of the past few millennia, and set a course towards a healthy world for our children and grandchildren.
Vale das Lobas promotes integrative awareness and spiritual ecology. We believe that Humanity can learn how to live in harmony with Nature, and support the recovery of her eco-systems, which can sustain all her beings in health and freedom. We recognise divinity in Nature, and people of all faiths are welcome to our sanctuary. We are a membership organisation, and our members derive from all nations. To belong to Vale das Lobas is a homecoming; it is a reference point, where unity, love and hope are kept alive for all.

  • Purpose
  • Ecological
  • Languages
  • English
  • Portuguese (Portugal)
  • Spanish
  • Community type
  • Land-Based Communities
  • Spiritual Retreat Centers
  • Activities
  • Education
  • Experiences

Commemorative dates

  • January 1, 2009
  • Started living together

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  • Open to new members
  • Open to visitors
  • Open to volunteers
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How to join

We are now seeking employees in the following areas: Agro-Ecology, Marketing; Hospitality Management; Restaurant service.

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Location

  • Portugal

Vale das Lobas

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  • Events
5 years ago

Ecovillage Youth Exchange Project Launched

Ecovillage Youth Exchange Connecting youth and communities across continents This year five young people from Senegal and five young people from Germany will have the chance to share their knowledge about ecology and social justice while diving into each other’s cultures thanks to a collaborative project between GEN Africa and GEN Europe. The project envisions an exchange for young adults involved in the ecovillage movements in Africa and Europe, where we explore steps towards healing and reconciliation between and within the two continents. We will focus on youth empowerment through skill-building and exchange of knowledge around ecological living, education, and project development, working towards a regenerative and community-oriented future. In July-August 2022, a group of Senegalese youth will be welcomed into an ecovillage in Germany, then in November-December, the German participants will travel to either GuĂ©dĂ© Chantier or Bambey Serere ecovillage in Senegal. During the exchange, the participants will explore the core question of how young adults in the ecovillage movement can empower and support each other in their activism for change while exploring steps towards healing and reconciliation between the African and European continents. The group will be accompanied by group leaders, and the process will be supported by trainers, facilitators, and a team of support volunteers. The outcome of the exchange will be guided by the participants’ skills, interests, and experiences – but it could result in new exchange projects, an exhibition, a film, or a theatre piece. If you, or a young person you know, is committed to the project’s core themes of ecology and community, racial and social justice, and youth empowerment, apply for this experience today! Applicants should be between the ages of 18 and 30 and resident of either Germany or Senegal. App
  • Events
11 years ago

Diseño Informático en Permacultura

El objetivo del curso es dar una buena base tanto a los diseñadores de permacultura como a los que se inician por primera vez creando diseños tipo de fincas de permacultura mediterránea partiendo de cero, en la que aprenderemos a diseñar a la misma vez que manejaremos los programas informáticos que nos darán buen un aspecto visual de nuestro diseño. Son los primeros cursos monográficos que se imparten en el estado español para aprender a utilizar las herramientas software para proyectos de permacultura. El curso consta de dos niveles. El primer nivel se imparte del 4 al 6 de marzo y el segundo del 22 al 24 de abril. Inversión: 180€ cada nivel con posibilidad de 20% de descuento si te apuntas a los dos cursos y puedes pagar una parte de la matricula con moneda social. Coste del curso después de la fecha límite 195€. A quien va dirigido A personas que tengan una motivación algo más profesional de la permacultura, en su aspecto de diseño visual y de presentación de presupuestos. No sería necesario mucho conocimiento de ordenadores, pero si un nivel básico. Material mínimo necesario: Portátil Linux/Windows 7/Mac 2GB Curso facilitado por Jesús Ruiz Gámez Diseñador y Formador de Permacultura y Diseño en Linea Clave. Es Ingeniero Técnico en Topografía y experto en el manejo de software profesional de dibujo técnico CAD, programas de dibujo vectorial. Inscripción: Fechas límite: Hasta 15 de febrero para el Nivel I y hasta el 3 de abril al Nivel II. El coste del curso incluye 20 horas de clases eminentemente prácticas, dos comidas veganas con producto locales, ecológicos y refrescos y comida para picar en los descansos. No se incluye ni alojamiento ni cena. Información y reservas: cursos ARROBA
  • Events
11 years ago

Retiro Yoga Naturaleza - Semana Sant

Yoga Integral, meditaciones en la naturaleza, conexiĂłn con los elementos, senderismo consciente, cantos devocionales “mantras” y más… Estaremos en plena naturaleza en el Paraje Natural de Karsts en Yesos de Sorbas, un Oasis en el Desierto. Todos los dĂ­as de 8.00 a 10.00 realizaremos una sesiĂłn de yoga integral. Despues desayuno y un poquito de tiempo para descansar. Y hasta la hora de la comida diversas actividades como: meditaciones guiadas, actividades de contacto con los elementos: agua, fuego, tierra.. en lugares especiales y mágicos del valle. Comida y tiempo para descansar, disfrutar del valle, del rio que es fantástico…sol@ o en compañia de otr@s participantes. Por la tarde más dinámicas de senderismo – paseos conscientes, danza meditativa, conexiĂłn con el sonido, relajaciĂłn con cuencos, etc… siempre guiados a conectar con nuestro interior, nuestro ser autentico, con la ayuda de la naturaleza y de las dinámicas.. TambiĂ©n disfrutaremos de un dĂ­a Detox; con alimentos preparados especialmente para armonizarnos y revitalizarnos por dentro; junto con una sauna por la noche. Por las noches haremos cantos devocionales – mantras o kirtans. No te contamos más para no estropear la sorpresa y maravilla de alguna de ellas ….. GUIADO POR Manuel Robles “Kirtan Raja” profesor de Yoga Integral Patricia Cañas “Vishnupriya” profesora de Hatha Yoga APORTACIĂ“N: 280€ Alojamiento y comida incluidos. La comida es vegetariana, ecolĂłgica, local, sana y preparada con amor e intenciĂłn. El alojamiento será en habitaciĂłn compartida en El Mirador de Los Molinos. Plazas limitadas. Necesaria reserva. Fecha lĂ­mite de inscripciĂłn 13 de Marzo. INFORMACIĂ“N Y RESERVAS: 639 84 27 19 – in**@***************ra.net (Patricia) 652 238 231 – ma*******@*****il.es (Manuel) www.retirosyoganaturaleza.wordpress.com Organiza: Yogaia, Cultura de la Tierra y El Mirador de los Molinos. 639 84 27 19 – in**@***************ra.net

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