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France France: An alternative place in Périgord (SJ04)

Dates

03/05/2025   -   17/05/2025

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Age
18 - 99
Max number of volunteers
7
Still room for
2
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Nearest airport
Bordeaux (BOD)
Nearest bus/train station
Condat-Le-Lardin station
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Work

On the mornings of the 2 weeks, you'll be actively involved in setting up the Ecocycle café. You'll be asked to build outdoor furniture out of pallet wood, and you'll continue the work started by a volunteer on signage inside the café. Whether you're a keen DIY enthusiast or just curious, this workcamp gives you the chance to make your own contribution to the building while discovering the richness and diversity of the dynamics of a third place. Join us for a friendly, rewarding and creative experience!

Accomodation and food

You will be welcomed at the Ecocycle Café, located in the same area as the site. Sleeping accommodation in dormitories of 4 to 5 people. Meals will be prepared and eaten collectively in the café's kitchen and dining room. From time to time, you'll enjoy your meals in the company of café volunteers, reinforcing the warm, collaborative spirit that is so important to this project. Everyone will be able to help in the kitchen and share their favourite recipes. So don't forget to bring your gourmet ideas!

Location and leisure

Site visits, nature activities, you will build your own entertainment program with the animators and the other participants. We favor a discovery of the territory and these actors over consumption activities.

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Nestling in a lush green valley, the commune of Coly - St Amand lies at the heart of the Périgord Noir, an area rich in history! It's made up of two former communes that have decided to come together as one, and we'll be working to bring these formerly separate areas together as one.
The Ecocycle association is a third-place organisation that is developing a participatory activity project in the commune of Saint Amand de Coly and the surrounding area. These activities are strongly influenced by concerns about climate change.
A third place like Ecocycle in Coly-Saint-Amand is a shared space that brings together people, ideas and projects to encourage collaboration and social links. It's a place open to everyone, where you can work, talk, learn and sometimes even relax. Halfway between home and the workplace, a third place can host a variety of activities: workshops, cultural events, training courses or collective projects.
At Ecocycle, for example, there is a strong ecological and community dimension. It promotes recycling, creatively with reused materials, and the development of a shared garden. It's a place that supports local initiatives while creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for residents and visitors alike. In short, it's much more than just a building: it's a place for life, ideas and encounters!

Directions to meeting point

The meeting point is Condat-Le-Lardin station. You should get there on 03/05 between 5pm and 8pm. The nearest international airport is Bordeaux-Mérignac and the train station where we will pick you up is in Le Lardin-St-Lazare. There is a shuttle bus from Bordeaux airport to Gare Saint-Jean in Bordeaux. It takes about 3 hours by train from Bordeaux to Condat-Le-Lardin, so make sure you arrive at the airport early in the morning or the day before your appointment. If you arrive the day before, you will need to arrange your own accommodation.
Departure is on the last day between 9am and 12pm maximum.

Sustainable Development Goals

Good Health and Well-being Life on Land
France France: The Fortress of Fouras 1 (SJ06)

Dates

22/05/2025   -   05/06/2025

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Age
18 - 99
Max number of volunteers
12
Still room for
2 Male + 4 Female
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Nearest airport
Bordeaux (BOD)
Nearest bus/train station
Rochefort (17300)
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Work

For 8 mornings of 6 hours each, you will be working on the restoration of a new part of the north facade of the redoubt, facing the Atlantic Ocean. Your job will be to remove the vegetation from the facade and the coping, before removing the pointing and repointing with lime mortar. Other traditional masonry work is planned, such as repairing the stone coping and stone cutting. You will also be taking part in workshops to raise awareness of interculturality and sustainable development.

Accomodation and food

Group accommodation in tents at the Fouras *** campsite (swimming pool, multi-sports area, WIFI, snack bar...). You must bring your own warm duvet and pillow. Bicycles are available for use around town. Food will be provided for breakfast, lunch and dinner (you will have a food budget that the leaders will manage and communicate with you throughout the work camp). Meals will be prepared in turn by you, especially for lunch and dinner, while respecting environmental values and local resources, as well as everyone's culture (hot and cold dishes as well as vegetarian and vegan dishes will be prepared).

Location and leisure

You can enjoy a wide range of water-based activities, such as fishing and sailing with the local clubs. The beach, seaside bike rides, beach volleyball and other surprises are all there for you to discover. You can also visit museums and towns such as La Rochelle and Rochefort. The highlights of your stay will be getting to know the locals, who will be eagerly awaiting your arrival, especially at the table for an international meal.

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In an idyllic setting overlooking Fort Boyard, the workcamp will involve restoring the redoubt as well as intercultural sharing between locals and volunteers in peacebuilding. Located at the mouth of the Charente, the Fouras peninsula is home to 3 harbours and 5 beaches on the Atlantic coast. The municipality of Fouras-les-Bains and the Maison des Bateleurs - Solidarités Jeunesses association have decided to renew their partnership to continue the restoration work on the Aiguille redoubt (fortress), said to be the largest in France.

Directions to meeting point

The team leaders will wait for you at the Camping « Le Cadoret » in Fouras on 22 May, from 3pm. All the information you need to get there will be in the project roadmap.

Sustainable Development Goals

Sustainable Cities and Communities Life on Land
France France: Behind the scenes of live performance (SJ07)

Dates

28/05/2025   -   10/06/2025

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Age
18 - 99
Max number of volunteers
8
Still room for
2 Male + 2 Female
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Nearest airport
Bordeaux (BOD)
Nearest bus/train station
Le Bugue station
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Work

Immerse yourself in the world of the BriKaBrak festival by helping to prepare the site. You'll start by erecting a majestic circus tent, the heart of the event. Then, give free rein to your creativity by decorating the site to give it the vibrant colours of the festival. On the weekend of 7 and 8 June, get into the collective spirit by helping the volunteers to create some unforgettable moments of conviviality. Together, let's create a festive atmosphere and share in the magic of these two unique days!

Accomodation and food

You'll be staying at the Bournat Campsite next to the festival site.You'll be sleeping in a tent, with convenient access to the sanitary facilities nearby. Trekking tents and foam mattresses will be provided. The will be prepared and eaten collectively in the site's in the site's kitchen and village hall. Most of the time, you'll enjoy your meals in the company of the volunteers, reinforcing the warm and collaborative spirit that the magic of this festival. Everyone will be able to get their hands dirty and share their favourite recipes. So don't forget to bring your gourmet ideas!

Location and leisure

Le Bugue (24260) is in the Périgord Noir region, close to Les Eyzies and the village of Limeuil, listed as one of the most beautiful in France.
Site visits, nature activities, you will build your own entertainment program with the animators and the other participants. We favor a discovery of the territory and these actors over consumption activities.

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Le Bugue is a picturesque little town in the heart of Périgord Noir, in the Dordogne department of the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region. Bordered by the peaceful waters of the Vézère, it is nestled in an enchanting natural setting, surrounded by wooded hills and landscapes typical of this region rich in history.
The town has been home to the Point-Org Association and its BriKaBrak festival for over 20 years now, an eclectic and friendly cultural event held every year around the Whitsun weekend. BriKaBrak stands out for its multi-disciplinary programme, combining street arts, live performances, music, theatre and entertainment for all ages. Its festive and accessible spirit makes it a not-to-be-missed event for locals and visitors in search of originality.
This festival embodies the spirit of sharing and cultural discovery, bringing generations together around captivating performances and a unique moment of conviviality in the Dordogne.
You'll be helping the association and its volunteers to prepare the festival. You'll discover the local people's sense of welcome and their energy to make it a time of joy and celebration. You'll also discover a region rich in history as you work with the other volunteers and the organisers to organise your programme of activities.

Directions to meeting point

The meeting point is Le Bugue station. You should get there on 28/05 between 5pm and 8pm. The nearest international airport is Bordeaux-Mérignac and the train station where we will pick you up is in Le Bugue. There is a shuttle bus from Bordeaux airport to Gare Saint-Jean in Bordeaux. It takes about 3 hours by train from Bordeaux to Le Bugue, so make sure you arrive at the airport early in the morning or the day before your appointment. If you arrive the day before, you will need to arrange your own accommodation.
Departure is on the last day between 9am and 12pm maximum.

Sustainable Development Goals

Good Health and Well-being Sustainable Cities and Communities
France France: Let’s build the hikers’ shelter! (SJ08)

Dates

04/06/2025   -   18/06/2025

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Age
18 - 99
Max number of volunteers
10
Still room for
2 Male + 3 Female
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Nearest airport
Marseille (MRS)
Nearest bus/train station
Veynes-Dévoluy (05400)
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Work

You'll be working on a timber frame for a hiking shelter, located in the immediate proximity of the Abbey of Clausonne. A local carpenter will guide you in assembling the supporting structure, making the joints, and building the floor. Each day, two members of the group will rotate in preparing meals for the team; the menu will be defined in advance. You'll work on-site during the mornings from Monday to Friday.
Generally speaking, the work involves carpentry, preparing tools and meals, as well as organizing and setting up community life.

Accomodation and food

You'll be accommodated in individual tents in the outdoor areas of the municipal gymnasium in the small town of Le Serres, with access to the building's sanitary facilities and kitchen.
Here, we take care with our food to reduce our environmental impact: we eat local as much as possible and reduce our meat consumption to twice a week.
Daily life is organized collectively: menus (vegetarian, vegan diets, etc.), shopping, activities, and so on.

Location and leisure

The site is located just below the summit of Aujour Mountain, so the view may inspire you to discover the pleasure of the hike in your spare time. Indeed, this spot in the wilderness is ideal for enjoying mountain walking and wandering. You'll have the chance to discover the area in the company of a group of international volunteers, which will enrich your experience. Here, you'll be the protagonist of your stay: you'll organize together your free time with the support of our staff.

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A small valley in the heart of a sublime alpine landscape, the remains of the 12th-century abbey of Clausonne, and a 300 km hiking trail that crosses the site. All this invites you to discover this rural area and its history! Here, for the past 30 years, a local association has been involved in preserving and promoting the site, as well as contributing to the life of Clausonne and writing its present-day history.
Last summer, work began on the construction of a hiker's shelter on the site. As this is a stage on an itinerary of ancient transhumance routes, you'll be contributing to welcoming cyclists and hikers for years to come.
This project is just one of the many initiatives in which international and local volunteers, the people on work integration programs, and other professionals have participated over the years.
You'll be staying at the Ferme du Faï, an old mountain farmhouse that's kept alive by a team of employees working on the renovation of the buildings, artists and musicians in artistic residences, hikers passing through, and the curious. Roll up your sleeves and join us on-site and in our collective living space!

Directions to meeting point

Shuttle to Ferme du Faï from Veynes-Dévoluy station. See you on June 4, 2025 from 3 pm.

Sustainable Development Goals

Responsible Consumption and Production
France France: AROUND THE BASQUE MOUNTAINS (CONCF-3314)

Dates

11/06/2025   -   25/06/2025

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Age
18 - 99
Max number of volunteers
11
Still room for
3 Male + 0 Female
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Access with disability
Yes
Nearest airport
Biarritz (BIQ)
Nearest bus/train station
BIARRITZ station
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Work

Come and take part in the project to protect several natural sites in the Basque Country! The programme includes guided tours with specialists from the Department and the Conservatoire des Espaces Naturels to discover the flora and fauna on site, as well as a range of different tasks: cutting down and removing invasive exotic species on wet moorland, repairing and installing fences in the mountains, creating sunbathing stations for the European pond terrapin (tortoise)... You'll have the opportunity to work on different sites in the middle of nature!

Accomodation and food

You will be accommodated in individual tents, with sanitary facilities, kitchen and communal living area in the small village of Itxassou at the foot of the mountains. You will share the various collective tasks and prepare meals together. A budget will be allocated to the leaders, and you will help with the shopping and meal preparation, giving priority to healthy, local produce.
Together, you'll help organise community life (cleaning, activities, etc.) and take turns preparing meals using locally sourced produce. Our aim is to encourage vegetarian eating using local, seasonal products, while respecting participants' diets and discovering local cuisine together.
No wifi & hand wash for clothes.

Location and leisure

Don't forget to bring work clothes and shoes that won't get dirty.

In the mountains, despite the sunshine, the weather is surprising and can change rapidly.
For leisure activities, you'll need to pack clothes suited to the climate (warm fleece or jumper, shorts and hiking trousers, windbreaker, down jacket, warm socks, etc.). For hiking, high-top, notched shoes are recommended. Don't forget sun protection (a hat or cap is essential, sunglasses with a high protection factor because of the intense reflection, sun cream with a high protection factor IP 30-50, etc.) and a swimming costume for swimming or white-water activities.

For accommodation, remember to bring a warm sleeping bag and a towel. You should also bring a rucksack (in addition to your luggage), comfortable trainers and a pair of flip-flops. You'll also need to pack these essential accessories: a mobile phone charger, hiking poles (not compulsory, but recommended), a water bottle, a set of bandages and a headlamp or torch.

Social events will be organised in collaboration with our leaders and according to your wishes. In particular, we'll be organising themed evenings in each country. If you'd like to share a little of your culture (recipes, traditional stories, unusual objects, music, etc.), don't hesitate to take it with you.

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The Basque mountains are characterised by the presence of small wetlands on the slopes, known as peat bogs, in the middle of pastures and moors.
There are also other wetlands along the banks of the River Adour, known as barthes. These areas are subject to various pressures, including invasive alien species, pastoralism and tourism. The various sites you will be working on, the Mondarrain and Sare peat bogs and the Mouguerre and Lahonce barthes, are protected natural areas managed by the Pyrénées Atlantiques department and the Conservatoire des espaces naturels. A whole host of actions are necessary throughout the year to preserve these fragile environments, so you'll be taking part in this work and supporting the teams on site. Numerous awareness-raising missions are also carried out throughout the year with schoolchildren and local residents to raise awareness of the remarkable animal and plant species. The workcamp will not only be an opportunity to help preserve these unique places, but also to discover all their secrets thanks to the many specialists who will be on hand to show you around the site.

Directions to meeting point

The meeting point is at BIARRITZ SNCF station on 11/06 in the late afternoon.

The exact meeting time will be communicated with the route map, sent out no later than 4 weeks before the start of the project.

There are several direct trains from Paris Gare Montparnasse. The journey takes approximately 5 hours.

Train reservations can be made approximately 4 months before departure on the SNCF website, link below: https://www.sncf-connect.com/

Requirements

This workcamp includes some hiking, the volunteers have to be aware of it and in good physical condition do participate in this project

Sustainable Development Goals

Life on Land
France France: Better Shelter (SJ10)

Dates

11/06/2025   -   25/06/2025

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Age
18 - 99
Max number of volunteers
12
Still room for
4 Male + 4 Female
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Nearest airport
Montpellier (MPL)
Nearest bus/train station
Trains from Montpellier, Marseille, Paris, Lille and other major cities take you to Génolhac via Nîmes. It's a 40-minute drive from Génolhac station to the REV site. If you arrive the day before, you'll need to arrange your own accommodation.
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Work

You'll be helping to restore this site, known as Place Molines. Following numerous consultations with village residents, objectives for the transformation of this place were listed. In 2024, volunteers created trellises to provide shade and seating. This year, a wooden kiosk-type shelter will be built on the square to enhance the facilities of this new square. In this way, you'll be helping to design a friendly, intergenerational leisure area, bringing freshness to the site by creating this shaded space, enhancing the setting: river Tarn, views of the Mont Lozère massif, peace and quiet, and finally making the place welcoming, safe and clean. 25h/week

Accomodation and food

The workcamp will take place in a particularly isolated area, where you will be accommodated in the village gîte. You will have access to sanitary facilities and a communal kitchen. Meals will be provided by the association and prepared in turn by the participants.

Location and leisure

Far from the French metropolises, Lozère is nonetheless a very dynamic region. The region's activities revolve around local festivities, concerts and unspoilt natural areas (mountains, rivers, forests).

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The workcamp will take place in the commune of Pont-de-Montvert, near Mont-Lozère in the heart of the Cévennes. The aim of the project is to help build a new town square. This square has historically been home to sports facilities, in particular the former tennis courts in the village. However, since their closure, this space has been more or less left to its own devices, serving as a parking lot and occasional storage area. Since 2018, the commune has planted trees and hedges and installed a playground for the village's children. Your mission: to continue beautifying and transforming this square so that it becomes a place for village gatherings and activities.

Directions to meeting point

Please arrive on 11/06 between 4pm and 6pm. Génolhac train station (30450).

Sustainable Development Goals

Sustainable Cities and Communities
France France: The Fortress of Fouras 2 (SJ09)

Dates

11/06/2025   -   02/07/2025

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Age
18 - 99
Max number of volunteers
12
Still room for
2 Male + 5 Female
Languages
English
Nearest airport
Bordeaux (BOD)
Nearest bus/train station
Rochefort (17300)
Map

Work

You will work for thirteen mornings, six hours each, restoring a new section of the northern façade of the redoubt facing the Atlantic Ocean. Tasks include removing vegetation from the façade and crowning stones, de-jointing, and re-jointing with lime mortar. Additional traditional masonry work, such as repairing stone crowns and stone carving, is also planned. Furthermore, you will participate in workshops on intercultural awareness and sustainable development.

Accomodation and food

Group accommodation in tents at the Fouras *** campsite (swimming pool, multi-sports area, WIFI, snack bar...). You must bring your own warm duvet and pillow. Bicycles are available for use around town. Food will be provided for breakfast, lunch and dinner (you will have a food budget that the leaders will manage and communicate with you throughout the work camp). Meals will be prepared in turn by you, especially for lunch and dinner, while respecting environmental values and local resources, as well as everyone's culture (hot and cold dishes as well as vegetarian and vegan dishes will be prepared).

Location and leisure

You can enjoy a wide range of water-based activities, such as fishing and sailing with the local clubs. The beach, seaside bike rides, beach volleyball and other surprises are all there for you to discover. You can also visit museums and towns such as La Rochelle and Rochefort. The highlights of your stay will be getting to know the locals, who will be eagerly awaiting your arrival, especially at the table for an international meal.

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In an idyllic setting with views of Fort Boyard, the project involves the rehabilitation of the redoubt and fostering intercultural exchanges between locals and volunteers as part of peacebuilding effort. Located at the mouth of the Charente River, the Fouras peninsula features three ports and five beaches along the Atlantic coast. The municipality of Fouras-les-Bains and the association Maison des Bateleurs – Solidarités-Jeunesses have renewed their partnership to continue restoring the Redoute de l'Aiguille (known as the largest in France).

Directions to meeting point

The coordination team will welcome you at "Camping Le Cadoret" in Fouras (17450) on Wednesday, June 11, from 3 PM. All the information you need to get there will be in the project roadmap

Sustainable Development Goals

Sustainable Cities and Communities Life on Land
France France: SOS'TAINABILITY IN PROVENCE 3 (CONCF-1312C)

Dates

15/06/2025   -   29/06/2025

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Age
18 - 99
Max number of volunteers
9
Still room for
3 Male + 2 Female
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Access with disability
Yes
Nearest airport
Nice (NCE)
Nearest bus/train station
SOSPEL train station
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Work

Help promote the Côte d'Azur stone heritage !
This year, the commune of Sospel invites you to make an active contribution to the restoration of the Château de l'Agaisen site, located on lands that host stays for minors, people with disabilities and soft tourism activities.
You'll have the opportunity to take part in the restoration of the site's restanques, but also in the development of an olive grove and the preservation of a unique hydraulic heritage, with its catchment basins and irrigation canals.
Your mission: Contribute to the creation of a floating staircase linking the two levels of the site. You'll build stone steps to facilitate movement and improve access to this historic area.
You'll also be helping to build a retaining wall some 20 m long and 1.60 m high. Initially, you'll be in charge of clearing and demarcating the construction area, using the picks and shovels provided. You will then sort the stones before starting to build the low wall.

By joining this project, you'll be supporting the Loisir Côte d'Azur association in its aim to make the site accessible to the young people they're targeting. Join us in preserving an exceptional heritage!

Accomodation and food

The “Loisirs Séjour Côte d'Azur Sospel” association will take care of your accommodation ! You'll be staying in the outdoor area of the site, with access to toilets, showers and a large communal kitchen.

Meals will be prepared collectively, and you'll be able to enjoy them in an outdoor facility. You’ll cook in pairs or trios, providing a learning opportunity with a strong intercultural dimension ! A recipe book will be provided to support responsible purchasing and sustainable eating. You will be accompanied by three animators. A budget will be allocated to the leaders, and you'll participate in grocery-shopping and the preparation of meals, giving priority to healthy, local and vegetarian products.

Location and leisure

Sospel is a French commune in the Alpes-Maritimes department and located in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur (06) region.
The “Château de l'Agaisen” site is located a few kilometers from the village of Sospel.
The grounds are mainly devoted to accommodations for minors and the disabled, and to soft tourism activities such as hiking and heritage discovery. Around the castle, you will find many terraces and olive trees.

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Loisirs Séjours Côte d'Azur (LSCA) is an association that has been working since 1982 to provide children, young people and people with learning disabilities the leisure activities they need for their personal development.
The LSCA association welcomes three international workcamps for young volunteers to carry out these actions in 2025.

Directions to meeting point

The meeting point is at Gare de Sospel on 15/06/25. You can reach the station from Nice by taking the bus 15.
The nearest international airport is Nice Côte D'azur: 19 Rue Costes et Bellonte, 06200 Nice.

Additional comments

Remember to bring gloves, clothes and shoes for work, as well as a swimsuit for the bravest! Don't forget to bring sun protection (hat, sunglasses, etc.). Nights can be chilly, so bring a warm comforter. You can also take along recipes from your country/region, musical instruments and games.
The last day is for departure, usually in the morning.

Requirements

Foreigners belonging to the European Union must bring with them a personal EHIC (European Health Insurance Card), and everybody must, in any case, bring their insurance certificate. If health issues happen on the project, volunteers will have to pay for it, and will then be reimbursed once back in their home country.

Sustainable Development Goals

Life on Land
France France: Redonne vie à la forteresse de Montaigu-le-Blin 1 - Bring the medieval fortress back to life 1 (ANEC03)

Dates

16/06/2025   -   30/06/2025

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USD 779 i Fee is paid in two installments:

USD 495 to be paid now.
EUR 250 is to be paid after acceptance.

Note: Total fee can vary depending on bank rates.
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Age
14 - 17
Max number of volunteers
14
Still room for
5
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Access with disability
Yes
Nearest airport
Lyon (LYS)
Nearest bus/train station
Saint-Germain-des-Fossés, train station
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Work

Forte de son histoire, la forteresse accueille des bénévoles internationaux·ales depuis les années 1980 afin de l'entretenir, de la valoriser et d'animer la vie locale durant l'été. Cette année, ce sont 5 chantiers internationaux qui y sont organisés sur la période estivale. Tu participeras à la première session de l'année.
Viens participer à la sauvegarde et à la valorisation de ce patrimoine d'exception ! Autour du château, tu réaliseras plusieurs travaux de restauration. Accompagné·e par un·e encadrant·e technique, tu participeras à l’entretien des maçonneries en découvrant les techniques traditionnelles : dejointoiement et rejointoiement des murs, fabrication de mortier à base de chaux et de sable, maniement des outils. Tu participeras aussi à l’entretien des boiseries : barrières de sécurité, construction en palettes pour les espaces de détente. Tu participeras également aux actions environnementales de la forteresse : débroussaillage, taille des arbustes, entretien du potager, rénovation des cabines de toilettes sèches. Protéger une telle bâtisse necéssite du temps et beaucoup d'énergie ; viens apporter ta pierre a l'édifice !

With its rich history, international volunteers have been welcomed at the castle since the 1980s to help maintain and promote it, and enliven local life during the summer. This year, 5 international workcamps are organized at the fortress over the summer. You will participate in the first session of the year.
Come and join the preservation and enhancement efforts of this exceptional heritage! Around the castle, you will carry out several restoration tasks. Guided by a technical supervisor, you will help maintain the masonry by learning traditional techniques: removing and re-pointing the walls, making lime and sand mortar, and handling the tools. You will also assist with maintaining the woodwork: safety barriers and building with pallets for relaxation areas. Finally, you will take part in maintining the fortress's environment: clearing brush, pruning shrubs, maintaining the vegetable garden, and renovating the dry toilet cabins. Protecting such a building takes time and energy; come contribute to the effort!

Accomodation and food

L'hébergement se fait sous tente, à 10/15 min à pieds de la forteresse et à 5 min à pieds du centre de la commune. Tout est organisé sur place dans le respect de l'environnement (tri des déchets et compost) avec l'objectif d'avoir un mode de vie plus écologique.
Au-delà des temps de chantier, les volontaires participent ensemble à l’organisation de la vie collective. Souvent réparti·e·s en équipes, ils·elles élaborent les menus, participent aux courses, préparent les repas et s’assurent de la propreté des espaces communs.
Véritable acteur·ice de ton expérience, tu participeras aussi à la prise de décisions concernant les activités collectives et l’organisation du quotidien !

Accommodation is in tents, 10-15 minutes on foot from the fortress and 5 minutes on foot from the centre of the village. Everything is organised on-site with respect for the environment (waste sorting and composting) with the goal of promoting a more ecofriendly lifestyle.
Beyond the working hours, volunteers come together to organise daily life on the camp. Often divided into teams, they plan menus, help with the shopping, prepare meals, and ensure the cleanliness of shared spaces.
Fully involved in shaping your experience, you will also take part in decision-making regarding group activities and daily organization!

Location and leisure

Située au coeur du Bourbonnais dans le nord de l'Auvergne, le village de Montaigu-le-blin offre un riche patrimoine historique et culturel. Surplombant le village, la forteresse de Montaigu-le-Blin date du XIIIe siècle et a été construite pour défendre la couronne de France et du Bourbonnais face aux comtés d'Auvergne et du Forez.

Located in the heart of the Bourbonnais region in northern Auvergne, the village of Montaigu-le-Blin offers a rich historical and cultural heritage. Overlooking the village, the Montaigu-le-Blin fortress, dating back to the 13th century, was built to defend the crown of France and Bourbonnais against the counties of Auvergne and Forez.

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Au cœur d'un charmant petit village bourbonnais, le château de Montaigu-le-Blin est une imposante forteresse médiévale du XIIème, classée Monument Historique. Située sur une petite colline, cette forteresse offre un espace bucolique et intime, proche de la nature avec une belle vue sur les paysages alentours.
Depuis les années 80, des bénévoles participent chaque année à la sauvegarde, la rénovation et à l'animation touristique du château, alors pourquoi pas toi ?
Ces dernières années, la forteresse s'est refaite une beauté ! Les bénévoles ont continué à faire des travaux de maçonnerie traditionelle sur les murs du château et ont développé le potager médiéval au pied de la tour du Seigneur. A vous de prendre le flambeau !

Inside a lovely little French village, the castle of Montaigu le Blin is an impressive medieval fortress, classified as Historical Monument. It is located on the top of a hill, overlooking the countryside. Since 2002, volunteers have been participating, every summer, to the restoration of the castle. These last years, the fortress has regained its beauty! Since the 80s, volunteers come every year to restore and protect the castle. These last couple of years, volunteers restored the castle walls using traditional masonry techniques and developped the medieval vegetable garden at the bottom of the Lord's tower. This year, it's your turn to live an experience back in time!

Directions to meeting point

Saint-Germain-des-Fossés, train station - 16/06/25 - 4pm

Additional comments

Rejoindre un chantier international, c’est s’engager dans une expérience collective et humaine unique. En tant qu’organisateur·ice·s, nous nous assurons que vous disposez de tout le nécessaire pour être à l’aise (hébergement, repas, sécurité), et nous veillons à votre bien-être. Nous vous proposons des missions accessibles avec un véritable impact pour la communauté locale. En tant que bénévoles, vous participerez activement sur les temps de chantier et dans l’organisation de la vie quotidienne avec respect pour les personnes, les lieux, et l’environnement. Ce sera aussi une belle occasion d’apprendre, de partager et de découvrir de nouvelles cultures.

Joining an international volunteering workcamp means embarking on a unique collective and human experience.
As organisers, we ensure that you have everything you need to feel comfortable—accommodation, meals, and safety—while also looking after your well-being. We offer meaningful and accessible missions that have a real impact on the local community.
As a volunteer, you’ll actively take part in the project work and contribute to organizing daily life with respect for people, places, and the environment. It’s also a great opportunity to learn, share, and discover new cultures!

Cancellation and reimbursement: If you cancel your participation less than one month before the beginning of the project, the participation fees will not be refunded.

Requirements

No access for wheelchairs

France France: Free Music Festival 1 (SJ12)

Dates

16/06/2025   -   02/07/2025

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Age
18 - 99
Max number of volunteers
8
Still room for
1
Languages
English
Nearest airport
Bordeaux (BOD)
Nearest bus/train station
Montendre (17130)
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Work

You will collaborate with the organization's volunteers in the preparation and setup of the festival (site barricading, parking, etc.). Your tasks will involve organizing the park to make it attractive for the public and assisting volunteers in the logistical management of the event. After the festival, you will help clean and tidy up the site in a friendly and supportive atmosphere. Additionally, you will participate in activities promoting interculturality and sustainable development.

Accomodation and food

You will sleep in a dormitory in the big International Maison des Bateleurs, where you will share daily life with international volunteers welcomed under the ESC Program (European Solidarity Corps). Located a few hundred meters from the festival in Montendre, the house provides all necessary amenities: showers, kitchen, garden, bamboo grove, etc. A vehicle will be at your disposal for transportation to the workshop site and for exploring the region. Breakfast and meals will be provided (you will have a food budget managed and communicated by the facilitators throughout the workcamp). Meals, prepared on a rotating schedule with you and the international volunteers, will respect environmental values, local resources, and the dietary preferences of each individual (including hot and cold dishes, as well as vegetarian and vegan options). For the first week, you will have lunch at the Maison des Bateleurs, and for the second and third week, you will have lunch with the festival team (on-site catering with various menus, including vegetarian and vegan options).

Location and leisure

Located at the crossroads of several charming villages in southern Saintonge, you can fully enjoy the local heritage. Outside of work hours, you will participate in summer activities, such as music festivals, night markets, and visits to local producers with tastings of their products. City outings to La Rochelle, Rochefort, or Angoulême and a day at the ocean may also be organized. Cognac and St-Emilion, emblematic cities of the French vineyard, are also nearby!

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Join the adventure of the International Workcamp at the 25th Free Music Festival in Montendre! Immerse yourself in a unique experience combining music, creativity, and intercultural exchanges. Contribute to the magic of the festival, broaden your artistic horizons, and create unforgettable memories. Together, let's build a living picture of friendship, sharing, and discovery. Join us for an enriching and festive experience in the heart of southwest France! ✨

Directions to meeting point

Montendre Station at 4:00 PM. Facilitators will drive you to the accommodation location.

Sustainable Development Goals

Sustainable Cities and Communities Partnerships to achieve the Goal
France France: The seigniorial mill at Eymet (SJ11)

Dates

16/06/2025   -   30/06/2025

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Construction

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Spain

Fee

USD 495
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Age
18 - 99
Max number of volunteers
8
Still room for
4 Male + 0 Female
Languages
English
Nearest airport
Bordeaux (BOD)
Nearest bus/train station
Gardonne station
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Work

With the help of members of the association and local historians, you will take part in the enhancement of this emblematic heritage of the town of Eymet. You will learn how to lime the stone walls inside the mill with a mason who is an expert on this age-old technique, and you will work on developing an outdoor patio: weeding, installing a wooden floor and a removable awning, and repairing old walls. With the help of a specialist, you'll learn about the specific vegetation found along the banks of the river and look after it on the mill peninsula. Finally, you will take part in the design and organisation of the built heritage and mills festival, one of the town's great festive occasions.

Accomodation and food

You'll stay in tents on our summer camp on the Moulin peninsula. Access to dry toilets and showers on site. Individual tents or tents for two will be provided, as well as foam trekking mattresses. Remember to bring your duvet and a pillow. You will prepare the menus together, meeting local producers and cooking their delicious seasonal produce. You'll share your meals together in the mill's majestic great hall, where you can spend unforgettable evenings afterwards. Don't forget to bring your own gourmet recipes!

Location and leisure

Site visits, nature activities, you will build your own entertainment program with the animators and the other participants. We favor a discovery of the territory and these actors over consumption activities.

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Eymet is a charming medieval Bastide town in the Périgord Pourpre region of the Dordogne department in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region of France. Founded in 1270, this small town embodies the authenticity and charm of the Bastide towns, the fortified towns typical of southwestern France. Eymet is built around its central square, lined with arcades and bustling with cafés, restaurants and shops.
Its rich historical heritage can be seen in the cobbled streets, the fortified church of Saint-Etienne and the remains of its medieval castle, offering a journey back in time. History buffs will also appreciate the half-timbered and stone houses that bear witness to its past. Eymet is particularly well known for its strong British community, which contributes to its cosmopolitan atmosphere while preserving a Perigordian art of living.
Eymet's mill, located on the banks of the River Dropt, is one of the most emblematic symbols of this Bastide in the Périgord Pourpre. Full of history, it bears witness to the importance of mills in the medieval and modern economy of the region, where they were mainly used to grind the grain produced in the rich surrounding farmland.
You will take part in this architectural and human adventure by preparing the mill for summer events. You'll round off your stay by taking part in the local heritage and mill festival, which is held every year on the last weekend in June to kick off the summer season.

Directions to meeting point

The meeting point is Gardonne station. You should get there on 16/06 between 5pm and 8pm. The nearest international airport is Bordeaux- Mérignac and the train station where we will pick you up is in Gardonne. There is a shuttle bus from Bordeaux airport to Gare Saint-Jean in Bordeaux. It takes about 1 hours by train from Bordeaux to Le Bugue, so make sure you arrive at the airport early in the morning or the day before your appointment. If you arrive the day before, you will need to arrange your own accommodation.
Departure is on the last day between 9am and 12pm maximum.

Sustainable Development Goals

Good Health and Well-being Peace and Justice Strong Institutions
France France: On médieval paths in Périgord (SJ16)

Dates

21/06/2025   -   05/07/2025

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Age
18 - 99
Max number of volunteers
8
Still room for
2
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Nearest airport
Bordeaux (BOD)
Nearest bus/train station
Lalinde station, 24150
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Work

You'll be taking an active part in the enhancement of local heritage by cleaning and beautifying a well located on a hiking trail. Currently hidden by cinderblock walls and tiles, this wall will be restored to its former glory thanks to your intervention. First, you'll deconstruct the surrounding structure, before rebuilding a protective roof and consolidating the existing one.
At the same time, you'll enhance the well and its immediate surroundings through meticulous cleaning. Accompanied by the villagers, you'll discover a warm, festive atmosphere, typical of the lively villages of the Dordogne.

Accomodation and food

You'll stay in tents on our summer camp with its lovely panoramic views. Access to dry toilets and showers on site. Individual tents or tents for two will be provided, as well as trekking foam mattresses. Remember to bring your sleeping bags and a pillow. You will prepare the menus and meals together, taking into account the season, everyone's needs and the pleasure of sharing together. Don't forget to bring your own gourmet recipes!

Location and leisure

During your stay, you will have the opportunity to participate in local festivities and cultural events, to discover the region and to organize your program of activities with the other volunteers and the animators.

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Baneuil is a charming Périgord village with a rich historical heritage and bucolic setting. It is dominated by a medieval castle offering an unobstructed view of the surrounding countryside. The village is made up of stone houses typical of the region, lined with quiet footpaths ideal for strolling. An ancient church bears witness to local history, and the peaceful atmosphere is ideal for heritage and nature lovers.
Our international workcamp awaits you to perpetuate this age-old link. Together and with the locals, we'll help maintain and promote the local heritage.
The spirit of cooperation and conviviality are characteristics that define the way of life around here. Join us and enjoy the good life of the region.

Directions to meeting point

The meeting point is Lalinde station. You should get there on 21/06 between 5pm and 8pm. If you arrive the day before, you will need to arrange your own accommodation.
Departure is on the last day between 9am and 12pm maximum.

Sustainable Development Goals

Good Health and Well-being Climate Action
France France: The reconstruction of Neige et Merveilles (SJ17)

Dates

22/06/2025   -   05/07/2025

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Spain

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Age
18 - 99
Max number of volunteers
12
Still room for
4 Male + 1 Female
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Nearest airport
Nice (NCE)
Nearest bus/train station
Train station of Tende (06430) 10km
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Work

Together we will build a storage room, built in stone. There already exists at this location an old slab and a retaining wall on which the building that we are going to construct will rest. Your mission will be to take this slab and start the foundations of the storage room. The reconstruction is planned in local stone, using the same method as all the buildings on the site. The objective is for the building to be in harmony with the whole. There will be 4 working days per week, from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. This work does not require any particular skills and will be supervised by a technical supervisor.

Accomodation and food

The accommodation is located on the construction site. You will be accommodated in dormitory rooms with 4 to 6 beds equipped with mattresses, pillows and bathroom facilities. Please bring your sleeping bag. You will participate in the collective and daily life of the group and the place. Food is provided in the budget, and meals will be prepared by you in turn, accompanied by the group life facilitator and in a kitchen with all the necessary equipment. You will participate in cleaning dishes and tidying up dining areas and the kitchen. Specific foods may be requested in order to cook typical dishes from each country or region. It is also possible to request vegetarian meals.

Location and leisure

The hamlet of the Vallauria mine is located at an altitude of 1500 metres. The site is in the middle of the mountains, crossed by the river. We are 10 km from the village of Tende 06430 (2 hours from Nice by train) and 50 km from Ventimiglia (Italy). The site is a 3-hour walk from the mythical Valley of Wonders with its 40,500 engravings dating from the Neolithic period, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
In addition to the weekend, one day in the middle of each week will be devoted to discovery and entertainment activities. You will discover the mountain environment, with its fauna and flora and the surrounding hikes (hiking on the archaeological site of the Vallée des Merveilles in the Mercantour National Park). You will have the opportunity to discover the historical and cultural heritage of the region, visit the surrounding villages and meet the inhabitants of the valley. You can also do sporting and thrilling activities such as canyoning, via ferrata, climbing, etc. We will organize activities and entertainment on site according to the wishes of each and every person in the group.

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The Neige & Merveilles association welcomes you to the heart of the Mercantour National Park at an altitude of 1500 m, to work on the continuation of the Vallauria mining hamlet development project. You will discover an exceptional geological heritage and take part in a human and collective adventure which has lasted for more than 60 years. The Neige et Merveilles association has been working since its creation to revive this historic site in order to offer a haven of peace promoting discovery, meetings and diversity around the volunteer sites and the people on site.
On this masonry renovation site, you will participate in the reconstruction of the site ravaged by storm Alex in 2021. The mining site suffered the full force of this storm. The consequences were numerous, between material damage and impacts on the functioning of the structure. Since 2021, the association has done everything it can to rehabilitate the site in conjunction with the town of Tende, the Mercantour National Park and various local stakeholders.

Directions to meeting point

The meeting point is TENDE station (06430) at around 5 p.m. on Sunday. From Nice-Côte d'Azur airport, a tram will take you to the Nice-Ville SNCF train station where a bus will take you directly to Tende. It takes 3 hours by bus. We will welcome you in front of the station. The departure time will be on Saturday morning.

Additional comments

There is no need for any particular skills for this project, only motivation! Masonry is quite a physical job, especially to carry some rather heavy stones.

Sustainable Development Goals

Sustainable Cities and Communities
France France: Building a scene and organising an ecological festival (SJ19)

Dates

25/06/2025   -   09/07/2025

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South Korea Turkey Colombia

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Age
18 - 99
Max number of volunteers
25
Still room for
2 Male + 4 Female
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Nearest airport
Paris (CDG)
Nearest bus/train station
La Ferté Alais RER station.
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Work

During this workcamp, you take part in an important step in the village development, the construction of a new Yurt, and the Vir’volt Festival!
• For the fourth year, the village is organizing a festival! You will have the opportunity to make it possible! By building wooden furniture, ecological decoration, but also realizing workshops, the Vir’Volt festival will be the one you will make!
• For this fourth edition of the festival, you will take part in the construction games made of wood, in direction of the children coming to the festival, and to the leisure center for the kids in rural aera for the following years…

Accomodation and food

You will sleep in collective Yurts, in non mixity on the campsite of the association. Please bring a sleeping bag with you. The campsite has separate bathrooms and showers, as well as a kitchen place. Food will be provided and cooked by the volunteers in turns.

Location and leisure

La Ferté Alais is approximately 50km south of Paris, in the Essonne region.
You will have the chance to enjoy the association's campsite and to discover the cultural and natural heritage of the region which is part of a natural park. You will also help organise some activities in order to meet and socialize with local young people. Other leisure activities will be organised collectively depending on the wishes of the group and the available budget. On day in Paris is scheduled.

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Vir'Volt stands for InteRnational VolunTeer Village (in French). For 10 years, the organisation has been located right in the middle of nature, near a regional park. Hosting youth from all around the world, learning how to understand and appreciate differences. To plan and act together to protect the environment. To create a positive impact on the surrounding environment and people living there or simply passing by. Here lie our goals for this future village, which each year, is built thanks to youths who come and contribute, with solidarity as their driving force. Vir'Volt also aims to become fully ecofriendly and sustainable, which is reflected in our campsite; yurts and teepees as rooms, permaculture farming and gardening, water saving projects, reducing and reusing waste. This small village will become great without sacrificing or damaging the surrounding environment, whilst always searching for better and more eco-friendly ways of living.

Directions to meeting point

La Ferté Alais on June 25th during the afternoon.

Additional comments

This project should not be seen as a sightseeing trip to Paris. If you wish to visit Paris, you should do so before arriving or after the dates of the summer camp.
This project is financed by OFAJ/FYGO.
Travel costs covered: €0.16/Km for a single journey.

Sustainable Development Goals

Gender Equality Reduced Inequalities
France France: ROCHEMAURE (JR25/206)

Dates

28/06/2025   -   19/07/2025

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Turkey Spain + more

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Age
17 - 30
Max number of volunteers
12
Still room for
3 Male + 3 Female
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Nearest airport
Lyon (LYS)
Nearest bus/train station
Montelimar
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Work

You ll be helping to restore a historic path leading to Rochemaure castle. Currently too badly damaged, this path forces walkers to use the road, which reduces the safety and accessibility of the site.Your mission will be to develop and make safe a section of about twenty meters by carrying out several works:128313; Creation of calades (paved paths made of local stone) to stabilize the soil and prevent erosion.128313; Construction of steps to facilitate climbing and make the path more accessible.128313; Layout of the trail to ensure a more pleasant and safer passage for visitors.This project is a great opportunity to discover traditional techniques while contributing to the enhancement of the local heritage. Your work will improve access to Rochemaure s tourist sites, and provide residents and visitors with a safer, more pleasant path.You ll work 5 hours a day, in the mornings from Monday to Friday, and walk to the site in 10 minutes. Ready to take up the challenge? and 128170;127807;

Accomodation and food

Your accommodation on site and 127957;For this adventure, you ll be accommodated in tents on a plot of land close to an area equipped with sanitary facilities and a kitchen. You ll enjoy a natural setting ideal for a convivial outdoor experience, while having access to essential comforts for your stay.128313; Nights in tents: You ll sleep under the stars, in the middle of nature, in a warm and collective atmosphere. Remember to bring a sleeping bag and a ground mattress for added comfort128313; Sanitary facilities: showers, toilets and washbasins will be accessible just a few steps from your camp to ensure your daily well-being.128313; Shared kitchen: An equipped space will be at your disposal to prepare meals together and share good times over convivial dishes.This outdoor accommodation is the perfect opportunity to enjoy an immersive experience, bond with other volunteers and enjoy nature while taking part in a useful and rewarding project and 127807;128293;

Location and leisure

127917; Activities and discoveries in Rochemaure :Montelimar leisure center: swimming in the lake.Sports facilities: stadium, tennis court and petanqueVisit local markets: discover Ardeche specialities such as goat s cheese, chestnut cream and traditional charcuterie.Entertainment: concerts and festive meals every Friday, organized by the Comite des fetes.Discoveries: visit the village and the Chateau to explore the local heritage.The GR42 hiking trail: A perfect itinerary for hikers, with magnificent panoramic views over the Monts d Ardeche and the Rhone valley.

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Rochemaure is a commune of 2,200 inhabitants in the Ardeche department of the Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes region. Nestled at the gateway to Montelimar, it enjoys a privileged location between the volcanic landscapes of the Massif Central and the Rhone Valley. Dominated by its medieval castle and emblematic suspension bridge, Rochemaure offers a picturesque setting steeped in history. The commune is keen to welcome a team of volunteers for summer 2025

Directions to meeting point

Meet at Rochemaure town hall on Saturday June 28 (time to be confirmed). From Lyon, take a train to Montelimar SNCF station. From Montelimar, take a bus to Rochemaure.Your leader camp will be waiting for you there to take you to the site Please be on time. Further information on train timetables: http://www.voyages-sncf.com/

Requirements

In the context of group life, qualities such as listening, respect, tolerance and open-mindedness will be required.

Sustainable Development Goals

Quality Education Gender Equality