Discovering ecovillages in Almeria
Have you ever asked yourself if you would like to live in an ecovillage? A great way to comprehensively explore these communities, which support sustainable ways of life, is to stay in one of them for a few days.
You never know. There are many routes back from accelerated civilisation to decelerated civilisation. One leads to the ecovillages. We know that these villages are like large families that acquire a strong commitment to nature and its elements. Cultivate, regenerate, recycle, receive nourishment and equip oneself with renewable energy are their key principles. They are an ecotourism option that open their doors to those looking to enjoy the "slow life". Life away from the fast lane. In the Province of Almeria there are two good choices. However, we should provide a definition of an ecovillage beforehand.
Ecovillage for beginners
One thing of particular note with regard to ecovillages is their independence. Or, to be more exact, their self-sufficiency. This is because these small communities (they may be comprised of a dozen people, or hundreds) aspire to sustainable economic survival. For ecovillage inhabitants, another way of life is possible. They do so by recovering old farmhouses and abandoned towns, making the most of technologies that, in the 21st century, enable humans to manufacture energy without using fossil fuels. They work the land organically, using bioconstruction methods in their facilities. They always follow the main principle of the circular economy: close the life cycle by avoiding the generation of waste as far as possible.
Other ways of life
However, there is more to the idea than resources. We all need a home, food and energy to move forward in life.The everyday way of life is also important in the ecovillage ecosystem. Personal, spiritual and artistic development are also significant. Time goes by for us all but there are different ways to make use of it. Initiatives such El Cortijo Los Baños and Los Molinos del Río Aguas, ecovillages of Andalusia in the Province of Almeria, know this very well. Let's take a closer look.
El Cortijo Los Baños Al-Hamam
Near Lucainena de Las Torres, El Cortijo Los Baños makes its knowledge and form of coexistence available to visitors. If you choose to spend a weekend there, or you venture there with your family or friends on a day off, you'll find a diverse range of options waiting for you. These include an authentic tour of inland Almeria, Lucainena de las Torres Rail Trail, in the shadow of the Sierra de Alhamilla… Even an outdoor mud and clay bath. Alternatively you could take in the desert sunrise dancing in a circle with a community that promises magical moments and a different form relaxation.
Los Molinos del Río Aguas
The circle abides by a way of life linked to the earth, the tribe, and an experience where sensorial elements are ever-present. Los Molinos del Río Aguas is an ecovillage in the Province of Almeria that is home to 40 people. It is located in a place where construction is difficult, as it is a few kilometres from Sorbas, a town perched on a precipice whose night views will leave you open-mouthed. The ecovillage of Los Molinos del Río Aguas is, in fact, in the heart of Karst en Yesos de Sorbas Natural Park, and it promotes comprehensive sustainability. Irrigation channels, the soil and the sun provide everything necessary to survive.
The setting is spectacular as this ecovillage is surrounded by the austere Almeria desert, Sorbas Caves and the crystal-clear waters of El Paraje If you want to enjoy an introduction to what ecovillage inhabitants call "Tierra Culture", this is the perfect place to do so. They offer interesting activities you'll have to try...
