Spirala Ecovillage

Spirala Ecovillage is a regenerative camping site, experimental community hub, and event venue nestled in the countryside of São Miguel de Acha, Castelo Branco District, Portugal. Founded by a group of like-minded friends seeking a grounded, conscious gathering place, Spirala has grown into a multicultural space nurturing connections between individuals, communities, and nature. Spanning 10.4 hectares, the land features eco-friendly facilities built from local, natural materials, including dry toilets, outdoor showers, and a communal kitchen, all supporting a low-impact, sustainable lifestyle. While largely off-grid, the site provides electricity, drinking water, and Wi-Fi. A natural swimming pond serves as habitat for wildlife such as snakes, turtles, frogs, and fish. As a non-profit-driven organisation, Spirala reinvests much of its revenue into land stewardship, environmental regeneration, and biodiversity preservation. The community practices syntropic agroforestry to heal soil, rebuild food forests, and create abundance through cooperation rather than extraction. It collaborates with local and international innovators to develop regenerative techniques. Spirala functions as an eco-hub for learning, cultural exchange, and community building, offering workshops and activities for all ages, including Qi-Gong, Ecstatic Dance, and Yoga. The site also hosts festivals, including the Mud Re Terra Festival, bringing together music, nature, workshops, and families. Whether visiting for a short retreat, a workshop, a festival, or a longer-term community experience, Spirala invites everyone to slow down, reconnect, and explore a more thoughtful and deliberate way of living.