educational journey to be lived
This is not a historical reconstruction. It is a shared process, shaped by those who take part.
In medieval times, villages were not only places to live.
They were spaces of learning, cooperation, negotiation, and survival.
Bergolo Medievale draws from this spirit and transforms the village into a living learning environment. Through role-play, co-creation, storytelling, and hands-on practice, participants explore social structures, civic participation, inclusion, sustainability, cultural heritage and community life in a way that is active, human, and inclusive.
The Middle Ages are our frame.
Learning for today is the purpose.
How the Journey Unfolds
Two Chapters. One Journey.
Purpose and Educational Vision
During Bergolo Medievale, the village becomes a learning ground where participants:
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Create and maintain a shared political and social system
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Negotiate roles, rights, and responsibilities within a simulated society
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Explore intercultural exchange through history, storytelling, and shared practices
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Engage in handcrafts and manual activities inspired by traditional techniques
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Reflect on sustainability through food preparation, gardening, and resource management
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Prepare and implement a Medieval Fair together with the local community
Participation in Bergolo Medievale is active and intentional.
Participants are not spectators. They are co-creators.
Learning Inside the Village Walls
The programme follows a non-formal, experience-based learning approach inspired by how knowledge was once passed on: through doing, observing, and reflecting together.
The programme aims to:
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Engage young people in civic participation and democratic life through lived experience
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Promote inclusion and intercultural dialogue
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Explore cultural heritage as a shared European root
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Encourage sustainability through simpler living and mindful resource use
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Support mental well-being through face-to-face interaction and digital detox
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Develop key soft skills such as teamwork, leadership, communication, and problem-solving
Participants become co-creators of the experience and are invited to:
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Remain in character within a continuous Live Action Role Play
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Take part in daily councils, negotiations, and shared decisions
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Gather in reflection groups to harvest learning and insight
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Organise and support a real public activity during the village festival
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Lay aside digital devices for part of the journey
What Is LARP in Bergolo Medievale?
LARP stands for Live Action Role Play. It is a learning method where participants step into roles inside a fictional setting and explore real-life themes through experience rather than theory.
In Bergolo Medievale, LARP does not mean battles or fantasy quests. It means creating a symbolic medieval society together and using it as a mirror to reflect on democracy, inclusion, sustainability, power, responsibility, and community life.
The depth and structure of the LARP will be defined during the Preparatory Visit. LARP in this project is one tool among several. It supports learning, but it is not the only method used. There will be a few days where immersion is stronger, particularly during the creation of the political system and the Medieval Fair preparation. Other days will focus more on workshops, intercultural exchange, and hands-on learning.
You are not expected to be an actor. You are invited to experiment, reflect, and participate at your own comfort level.
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About Us
Associazione Vagamondo is an NGO focused on European mobility, non-formal education and rural development based in Italy. It provides learning and growing opportunities to young people and youth workers.
The name Vagamondo comes from the concept of travel as a powerful tool of self-discovery and personal development.
Our vision is to contribute to the development of society, to promote, disseminate and apply through education the values of equality, freedom and care for the environment.
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