In a region defined by its springs, mountain landscapes and cascading waterfalls, young people from across Europe came together to reconnect with natural heritage and reflect on the value of water as a shared resource. This publication, developed during the environmental education workshop of the YOPEDRIA training course, presents the “Route of the Borrello Fountains” a path that weaves together historical landmarks, biodiversity and community memory.
The workshop took place as part of a wider Erasmus+ educational process aimed at strengthening youth inclusion and participation in rural and isolated areas. Following the ORA method: Observe, Rethink, Act, participants explored the fountains of Borrello not only as architectural or functional features but as symbols of environmental stewardship and cultural resilience.
Through guided visits, field observations and storytelling, the group mapped a walking route connecting public fountains from different eras, ranging from medieval washing points to children’s fountains and decorative monuments. The initiative also emphasized the need for responsible water use, especially in the context of climate change and resource scarcity.
Enriched by collaboration with the Donkeysciotte Association and local stakeholders, the outcome of the activity is this illustrated dossier, designed to promote both environmental awareness and slow, respectful tourism. It is a tool for education, a tribute to Borrello’s past and a call to protect its future.
