Why Eurocamp?

Our camp is just awesome

In the mornings, we’re on the field, in the water, or out in the forest. Some kids love swimming, others prefer playing volleyball, pétanque, or cricket. And of course, while we’re doing all that, we chat in English! After lunch, we take a little rest, and then comes the main event – the camp-wide adventure game! Every day there is another part with different challenges: sometimes we compete against each other, then again, we have to work together as a team, sometimes we go on treasure hunts in the forest, and other times, we perform skits. It is very exciting! Every summer, we always feel like we’re traveling to some English-speaking part of the world. Over the years, we’ve visited England, Australia, Hollywood, Scotland, New York, and even the Asian regions of the old British Empire. We’ve explored London, chased after the American Dream, and, with the Tasmanian Devil as our guide, uncovered the mysteries of the Land Down Under. We’ve hunted for treasure at the end of the rainbow in Ireland, ventured into Texas to hang out with cowboys and oil tycoons, and greeted each other with a cheerful “Aloha!” in Hawaii. We’ve cruised along the legendary Route 66, delved deeper into the land of the Loch Ness Monster, and had wild American-style adventures in sunny California. We’ve journeyed to Alaska, the biggest U.S. state, and even joined twelve American astronauts from the Apollo program to set foot on the Moon. Last year, we rode into the Wild West with the legends of the American frontier. But this year, we’re going way back in time! Welcome to the magical world of Camelot! It’s a place of heroic knights, brave kings, wizards, and yes – even dragons! Imagine a giant, glittering castle surrounded by green forests, with flags waving high in the wind. No one really knows exactly where Camelot was! Some say it was in England, others think it might have been in Wales, but nobody knows for sure. What we do know is that Camelot was where King Arthur ruled, and it’s a place packed with legends and stories that people still love to tell even today. But did you know Arthur didn’t start as a king? He was just an ordinary boy – well, kind of. The story goes that the kingdom was in chaos, with no ruler to guide it. Then, a magical sword appeared, stuck in a giant stone. The prophecy said only the true king could pull it out. Lots of strong warriors tried and failed. But one day, young Arthur, not even knowing about the prophecy, pulled the sword out like it was no big deal! Everyone was stunned, and just like that, Arthur became king. That sword wasn’t any ordinary weapon, either. It was Excalibur, a magical blade with incredible powers. Some stories say the sword wasn’t in the stone at all but was given to Arthur by the mysterious Lady of the Lake, a magical being who lived in enchanted waters. Every great king needs a wise and powerful wizard, and King Arthur had Merlin. Merlin wasn’t just ordinary wizard – he could see the future, perform amazing spells, and even talk to animals! He taught Arthur how to be a great king. Some legends say Merlin could transform into different animals, like birds or fish, although sometimes his magic didn’t go quite as planned. Camelot was also famous for its loyal and brave knights, who served King Arthur and met around the legendary Round Table. Why a round table? Because it meant everyone was equal – no one sat at the head, not even the king! The most famous knight was probably Sir Lancelot, Arthur’s best friend, who fought dragons and rescued princesses. Then there was Sir Gawain, who once faced the terrifying Green Knight, a giant who didn’t let something like losing his head stop him! But the greatest mission the knights ever took on was the quest for the Holy Grail. It wasn’t just any cup – it was magical and sacred, said to give eternal life or incredible powers to whoever found it. The quest was full of challenges: solving riddles, defeating evil sorcerers, and proving their courage and pure hearts. Think we could manage that together? Camelot wouldn’t have been the same without Queen Guinevere, Arthur’s wise, kind, and beautiful wife. But not everything was perfect in Camelot. There was also Morgana, Arthur’s half-sister and a powerful sorceress. Morgana had incredible magical abilities and often used them against Arthur and his knights. She could cast dark spells, create illusions, and even shapeshift into animals or other people! Camelot’s story doesn’t have a happy ending. The kingdom eventually fell into chaos, and in the final tragic battle, both Arthur and his son Mordred were fatally wounded. But legend has it that Arthur didn’t really die. Instead, he was taken to the magical island of Avalon, where he still sleeps, waiting for the day Britain needs him again. That’s why he’s known as “The Once and Future King.” Cool, huh? Oh, and evenings at camp aren’t always just about campfires. Sometimes we have awesome disco nights or exciting nighttime challenges! All this, and so much more, is waiting for anyone who joins us for the thrilling TEN DAYS IN CAMELOT!