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France France: A garden to read (SJ/ESC04)

Dates

20/04/2026   -   04/05/2026

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Age
18 - 30
Max number of volunteers
14
Still room for
2
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Access with disability
Yes
Nearest airport
Paris (CDG)
Nearest bus/train station
La Ferté Alais RER
Wi-Fi
Yes
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Work

During this workcamp, you will participate in the creation of a new reading space in the garden of the Ballancourt media library. The Ballancourt media library has a small piece of abandoned garden covered in brambles. During this project, you will transform this space into a new reading area intended for the village children. You will build wooden benches and tables, as well as decorative elements, so that residents and children can read in a pleasant, friendly, and ecological environment.

Accomodation and food

In single-gender collective tents (yurts, tipis, Canadian tents) at the host site; please bring a sleeping bag. The accommodation site has single-gender toilets and showers, as well as a space with a kitchen. Food is provided, and meals are prepared by the volunteers in turns.

Location and leisure

La Ferté Alais is 50km south of Paris in the Essonne department.

Leisure: You can enjoy animations on the association's site, as well as discover the cultural and natural heritage of the Gatinais Park. You will participate in organizing activities with local youth. Leisure activities will be organized collectively according to the possibilities and the available budget.

Project hosted by

VirVolt stands for International Volunteers Village. For two years, the association has been settled in the heart of nature, in the middle of a regional park. Welcoming young people from all over the world, getting to know each other and enriching ourselves through our differences; reflecting and acting together for environmental protection; having a positive impact on the places and the people living around the site or simply passing through... This is the project of this future village, which is built every year thanks to the young people who come to contribute, placing solidarity at the centre of their actions. Living in yurts, tipis, and caravans, with a permaculture garden, water-saving methods, waste reduction, and recycling— this little village that is destined to grow respects its natural surroundings and experiments with eco-responsible practices. Participating in this project means contributing to the evolution of a unique and original place; it means taking an active part in the construction of new solidarity-based spaces and ecological initiatives; it means engaging for the benefit of a society that is more respectful of humans and nature.

Directions to meeting point

Association Vir‘volt , Camping de la Sablière. Arrival between 2pm and 6pm.

Additional comments

This project is not a tourist stay near Paris! If you wish to visit the capital, please plan for 2 days before or after the project dates.

France France: ON THE ROMAN BRIDGE (SJ/ESC05)

Dates

22/04/2026   -   05/05/2026

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Age
18 - 30
Max number of volunteers
12
Still room for
2
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Access with disability
Yes
Nearest airport
Toulouse (TLS)
Nearest bus/train station
Caussade station (82000).
Wi-Fi
Yes
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Work

Immerse yourself in the municipalities of Molières and Puycornet, where you will take part in a workcamp dedicated to enhancing the Pont du Vert, an old structure dating back to the 12th century.
Now partially collapsed and heavily overgrown with vegetation, this bridge requires special attention in order to stabilize and preserve it.
Working in small groups and under the guidance of the municipality’s technical supervisors, you will restore the structure — both its upper part and its façades — by reinforcing it and removing the invasive plants (grasses, brambles and shrubs) that are currently weakening it.
As you will be working on a centuries-old monument that requires agility and caution, we are looking for serious participants.
All safety measures will be put in place by the municipal teams to ensure optimal working conditions.
Point of attention: some areas of the bridge are elevated (max. 4 m).
At the same time, you will be working in pairs and on a rotating basis to take responsibility for the camp kitchen. You will have the rewarding task of preparing a balanced, seasonal meal for the whole group.
This workcamp will be a fantastic opportunity to meet young people from across Europe and around the world, share cultures and enjoy each other's company.
So, take the Royal Road and join Citrus on this workcamp, which will immerse you in the local heritage.

Accomodation and food

You will be accommodated in bungalows at the municipal campsite of Molières, which is very close to the worksite. Mattresses and pillows will be provided; you only need to bring your own sleeping bag.
As with all Citrus workcamps, cooking is an integral part of the experience. It is an essential social moment that fosters collective living and enables you to develop skills beyond those required at the worksite. Special attention will be given to seasonal and local produce. Please note that meat will not be served every day; we plan two meat-based meals per week. Specific dietary requirements can be discussed with the group leaders.

Location and leisure

Molières, a municipality in the department of Tarn-et-Garonne, located 17 km from Caussade and 80 km from Toulouse.
Leisure: On the edge of the Tarn-et-Garonne region, you will enjoy a variety of leisure activities: visits to medieval villages, hiking, etc.
Some of these activities will give you the chance to meet local residents and share this experience with them.
In the evenings and at weekends, let your imagination run wild and organize gatherings with large games, a folk dance, or musical moments.
Finally, what could be better than organizing a large international meal open to everyone, to share the culinary specialties of your country with the local residents and passing visitors?

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Would you like to take part in the restoring of the Roman Bridge (Pont Vert) in Molières-Puycornet, formerly a crossing point on the royal road between Paris and Toulouse?
Then take the road yourself and come help restore beauty to this structure, which needs your motivation.
You will also discover CITRUS's values and ways of working as a popular education association that promotes living together, sharing, and diversity. A true little haven of peace.
Accompanied by our supervisory team, you will live in the heart of the two municipalities, sharing daily life with our international volunteers on site and the residents of Molières and Puycornet.

Directions to meeting point

The group leaders will pick you up from Caussade station (82000).

France France: PROTECTING HERITAGE 1 (CONCF-33402A-ESC)

Dates

01/05/2026   -   15/05/2026

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Age
18 - 30
Max number of volunteers
14
Still room for
7 Male + 0 Female
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Nearest airport
Montpellier (MPL)
Nearest bus/train station
Clermont l’Herault bus station
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Work

Do you love heritage and nature and want to make yourself useful ? Come and help restore the stone huts along the trails of Clermont-l'Herault!

The municipality wants to maintain its trails on the hill overlooking the town for the enjoyment of hikers. Discover the rich heritage of the municipality, such as the capitelles (dry stone huts). Your work will consist of enhancing the site by renovating these capitelles, carrying out small landscaping works, and installing engaging signage.

This work is essential for maintaining the trail while allowing visitors, walkers, and curious people to come and discover this rich heritage. An edifying experience that combines ancestral know-how, creativity, and intercultural encounters !

Accomodation and food

You will be accommodated in individual tents provided by Concordia in the grounds of the Château des Guilhem, which offers stunning views of the city. You must bring your own camping mattress and sleeping bag. Toilets will be available in the castle outbuildings, and showers will be provided by the sports clubs.

A large tent will be set up as a living space with a dining area. Community life will be at the heart of the experience: you will share daily tasks and prepare meals together. A budget will be given to the activity team, and you will help with shopping and meal preparation, focusing on healthy, local produce.

Location and leisure

Clermont-l'Herault is a charming little town located north of Montpellier in the south of France. Enjoying a Mediterranean climate and a remarkable natural environment (Lake Salagou, the rivers of the Gorges de l'Herault nearby), it also has a rich cultural heritage with its castle and cathedral.
In the heart of a preserved setting, you can enjoy outdoor activities and make cultural and festive discoveries.

Project hosted by

Since 2015, we have had a very strong partnership with the town of Clermont-l'Herault and local associations that promote the discovery of local heritage.

Our delegation's offices are located in the town. We carry out several volunteer projects aimed at young people in the area. We work closely with volunteers from local heritage preservation associations. This project, which involves showcasing dry stone huts along the communal path, contributes to promoting the town's heritage.

Directions to meeting point

WARNING: on May 1st, transportations from the train station to your accomodation will be disturbed, as it is a national holidays. The workcamp organizer will take care of the transportation from the train station (Montpellier Saint-Roch or Montpellier Sud de France, depending on where is more practical for you). For this, is it of the utmost importance that you communicate your arrival time and place on the Confirmation Form.

Additional comments

Remember to bring gloves, clothing, and sturdy shoes for the workday. Also remember to bring your sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen, your swimsuit, and a beach towel! The days can be hot, but the nights can be cool. If you wish, you can also bring music or a typical object from your country/region to share your culture with the other participants.

Requirements

This project is supported by the program European Solidarity Corps for young people between 18 and 30 years. It is open to all volunteers that fit the ESC criteria.
The participation to the ESC volunteering teams is subjects to several principles and conditions, presented on the ESC webpage: https://europa.eu/youth/solidarity/mission_en

  • Volunteers do not have to pay any fee (no sending, nor participation fee) to attend the project;

  • Volunteers need to enroll in the PASS, the European Solidarity Corps Portal; Concordia France will organise their matching, on the online system, with the volunteering project;

  • Volunteers will receive pocket money, calculated on basis of 8€/day, once they arrive on the project in France;

  • Volunteers will receive a financial support for their travel, according to a maximum amount established in accordance with their travel distance and upon the presentation of original tickets;

  • Volunteers will have to complete a participation report, submitted online through the portal.

Your tickets have to be uploaded on the CONFIRMATION FORM. Please fill the confirmation form when you receive the Infosheet.
This is MANDATORY for all ESC participants. If you fail to provide your transport tickets on time, your participation may be cancelled.
The tickets have to be shared a month before the project.
In the case of last minute application, the delay will be of two days.

Sustainable Development Goals

Life on Land
France France: ART AND SCULPTURE IN PROVENCE (CONCF-41302-ESC)

Dates

13/05/2026   -   27/05/2026

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Age
18 - 30
Max number of volunteers
11
Still room for
3 Male + 1 Female
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Access with disability
Yes
Nearest airport
Marseille (MRS)
Nearest bus/train station
Port-de-Bouc train station
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Work

Discover the town of Port-de-Bouc and take part in a beautiful project to renovate the town's cultural heritage. The program includes renovating the iron statues by Port-de-Bouc artist Raymond Moralès (cleaning, varnishing, brushing, finishing), and setting up the exhibition space for the statues.The aim is to preserve and promote the town's cultural heritage by making it accessible to all.
This project will be an opportunity to learn many different techniques. An enriching experience that combines learning new skills, creativity, and intercultural encounters!

Accomodation and food

You will be accommodated in individual tents provided by Concordia at the municipal campsite in Port-de-Bouc. A bungalow will be reserved for the group as a living space with a dining area. Toilets and showers will be available at the campsite.
Community life will be at the heart of the experience: you will share daily tasks and prepare meals together. A budget will be given to the team leaders, and you will participate in shopping and meal preparation, with priority on healthy, local products.

Location and leisure

Port-de-Bouc is located on the Mediterranean coast, in the south of the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region and close to the Calanques of Marseille.
The region offers a dynamic and sunny environment ideal for walks. Volunteers will also have the opportunity to explore the surrounding area with sports activities (hiking, swimming in the sea, lake, outdoor sports, etc.), activities to meet the local population and intercultural exchanges (e.g., shared world meals, pétanque tournaments, etc.).
With the entertainment team, you can organize these outings to discover local treasures while enjoying moments of relaxation and sharing.

Project hosted by

The municipality of Port-de-Bouc, located by the sea in the Bouches-du-Rhône department, is a long-standing partner of Concordia. Always deeply committed to welcoming volunteers and supporting projects, they’re doing everything possible to offer a friendly and enriching stay, marked by intercultural exchanges in particular with young people from the town who will come and help on the construction site during immersion days. The municipality and Concordia are also organizing the construction site inauguration event.

Directions to meeting point

Port-de-Bouc train station, accessible by train from the French rail network “SNCF” and from Marseille Provence Airport. A minibus will pick you up at 5 p.m.

Additional comments

Remember to bring work clothes for the work site as well as security shoes. In anticipation of water activities, remember to bring a swimsuit, hats, sunscreen, and a large water bottle. For accommodation, bring your sleeping bag, an inflatable mattress, and a groundsheet for extra comfort. Tents will be provided.

Requirements

This project is supported by the program European Solidarity Corps for young people between 18 and 30 years. It is open to all volunteers that fit the ESC criteria.
The participation to the ESC volunteering teams is subjects to several principles and conditions, presented on the ESC webpage: https://europa.eu/youth/solidarity/mission_en
Volunteers do not have to pay any fee (no sending, nor participation fee) to attend the project;

  • Volunteers need to enroll in the PASS, the European Solidarity Corps Portal; Concordia France will organise their matching, on the online system, with the volunteering project;

  • Volunteers will receive pocket money, calculated on basis of 8€/day, once they arrive on the project in France;

  • Volunteers will receive a financial support for their travel, according to a maximum amount established in accordance with their travel distance and upon the presentation of original tickets;

  • Volunteers will have to complete a participation report, submitted online through the portal.

Your tickets have to be uploaded on the CONFIRMATION FORM. Please fill the confirmation form when you receive the Infosheet. This is MANDATORY for all ESC participants. If you fail to provide your transport tickets on time, your participation may be cancelled. The tickets have to be shared a month before the project. In the case of last minute application, the delay will be of two days.

France France: The Spring vegetable garden (SJ/ESC06)

Dates

14/05/2026   -   29/05/2026

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Age
18 - 30
Max number of volunteers
14
Still room for
4 Male + 2 Female
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Access with disability
Yes
Nearest airport
Bordeaux (BOD)
Nearest bus/train station
Montendre (17130)
Wi-Fi
Yes
Map

Work

During this workcamp, you will actively take part in the daily life of the Maison and its various activities: collective living (cooking, cleaning, organization, etc.), intercultural exchanges (meeting local residents and association volunteers), and more.
The objective of this workcamp is to raise awareness and build knowledge about sustainable development through exchanges and intergenerational knowledge transfer.
The work will mainly consist of maintaining and developing the Maison’s spring vegetable garden (sowing, transplanting, hoeing, watering, harvesting, processing), as well as preparing the soil for seasonal planting.
You will also take part in the maintenance of compost bins, the phytosanitary pond, the chicken coop, the insect hotel, bat nesting boxes, and the bamboo grove.

Accomodation and food

Collective accommodation in dormitories and/or individual rooms at Maison des Bateleurs. Food is provided, and meals will be prepared in turn by the participants, while respecting sustainable development values and everyone’s cultural backgrounds (with host families and international volunteers present).

Location and leisure

Montendre, Charente-Maritime, 75 km from Bordeaux.

Leisure activities:
At the crossroads of several charming villages in southern Saintonge, you will be able to fully enjoy the local heritage. Outside workcamp hours, various cultural activities and local discoveries will be offered: markets, visits to local producers, and tastings of local products. Trips to Bordeaux, La Rochelle or Angoulême, as well as a day at the ocean, may be organized. Cognac and Saint-Émilion, emblematic towns of the French wine-growing region, are also nearby.

Project hosted by

Sustainable development, particularly permaculture, is a theme deeply rooted in the values of the association and runs transversally through all our actions. For this reason, Maison des Bateleurs – Solidarités Jeunesses has been developing an environmental hub for several years, including a phytosanitary pond, dry toilets, composting facilities, an organic garden, and the use of surrounding natural resources.

Directions to meeting point

Maison des Bateleurs, 14 May 2025 from 10:00 am

France France: SAVE THE MEDIEVAL VILLAGE (CONCF-33403-ESC)

Dates

15/05/2026   -   29/05/2026

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Age
18 - 30
Max number of volunteers
14
Still room for
5 Male + 3 Female
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Access with disability
Yes
Nearest airport
Montpellier (MPL)
Nearest bus/train station
The nearest airport and train station are in Montpellier or Nimes.
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Do you love history and nature ? Come and help restore the ruins of the castle of the Lords of Sauve and discover its 1,500-year history!

Explore the rich heritage of the town, including the foundations of a 10th-century Carolingian tower and an imposing medieval cistern (12th and 13th centuries). Many other surprises await you, revealed by recent archaeological excavations. Your work will consist of restoring the stone wall surrounding the Castellas, which has been weakened by breaches caused by heavy rain.
This work is essential to secure the castle site and enable the municipality to open it to visitors, walkers, and curious minds from all walks of life to come and discover this rich heritage! An enriching experience that combines medieval history, ancestral construction techniques, and intercultural encounters!

Accomodation and food

You will be staying in several comfortable communal lodges in the beautiful village of Sauve. Each chalet is equipped with a kitchen and dormitories, as well as bathrooms. Community life will be at the heart of the experience: you will share daily tasks and prepare meals together. A budget will be given to the activity team, and you will help with shopping and meal preparation, focusing on healthy, local products.

Location and leisure

Sauve is a charming village in the south of France. Nestled against the slopes of the Coutach mountain range, at the foot of which flows the Vidourle River, this remarkable medieval village has been awarded the “Village of Character” label. Enjoying a Mediterranean climate and a remarkable natural environment (river and gorges nearby, greenway, sea of rocks), it also has a rich cultural heritage with its medieval town center.

In the heart of a preserved setting, you can enjoy outdoor activities and make cultural and festive discoveries. There are some very pretty towns nearby, such as Anduze, Sommieres, and Nimes.

Project hosted by

This is our first partnership with the medieval village of Sauve and the local association Sauve est là ! We are working closely with volunteers from this association, which promotes awareness of local heritage. This project contributes to enhancing the value of the municipality's heritage.

Directions to meeting point

Meeting at the bus station in the afternoon. The exact time will be indicated in the itinerary.

Additional comments

The work is relatively physical and you will be handling large stones. Remember to bring gloves, appropriate clothing, and sturdy shoes for the workday. Also remember to bring sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen, your swimsuit, and a beach towel! The days can be hot, but the nights can be cool. If you wish, you can also bring music or a typical object from your country/region to share your culture with the other participants.

Requirements

This project is supported by the European Solidarity Corps program for young people aged 18 to 30. It is open to all volunteers who meet the ESC criteria.
Participation in ESC volunteer teams is subject to several principles and conditions, which are presented on the ESC website: https://europa.eu/youth/solidarity/mission_en
• Volunteers do not have to pay any fees (neither sending fees nor participation fees) to participate in the project;
• Volunteers must register on PASS, the European Solidarity Corps portal; Concordia France will organize their connection to the volunteer project via the online system;
• Volunteers will receive pocket money, calculated on the basis of €8 per day, once they arrive at the project in France.
• Volunteers will receive financial assistance for their travel, up to a maximum amount based on the distance traveled and upon presentation of the original tickets.
Volunteers will be required to complete a participation report, to be submitted online via the portal.

Your tickets have to be uploaded on the CONFIRMATION FORM. Please fill the confirmation form when you receive the Infosheet. This is MANDATORY for all ESC participants. If you fail to provide your transport tickets on time, your participation may be cancelled. The tickets have to be shared a month before the project. In the case of last minute application, the delay will be of two days.

Sustainable Development Goals

Life on Land
France France: Let the colours speak at the Institute for Deaf Youth (ANEC01ESC)

Dates

16/05/2026   -   29/05/2026

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Age
18 - 30
Max number of volunteers
7
Still room for
5
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Access with disability
Yes
Nearest airport
Strasbourg (SXB)
Nearest bus/train station
Jarville la Malgrange Train station
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Work

The project aims to create a collective mural artwork and renovate spaces using a home-staging approach. Deaf and hard-of-hearing youth and volunteers collaborate through artistic and hands-on activities accessible to everyone. Here, you can experiment, create, tinker, share your ideas, and see the tangible results of your work. Together, we transform the spaces! Every contribution matters and leaves a visible mark of your creativity.
During this workcamp, you will take part in designing and creating a collective mural over the course of a week. Guided by a street artist, you will explore a variety of artistic and hands-on techniques accessible to everyone, from sketching to mural painting. It’s your turn to get creative: you can share your ideas, experiment, learn, and watch the project come to life before your eyes! Afterwards, you will participate in small renovation and home-staging tasks to transform living spaces and make them more appealing. Cultural activities and local visits will also punctuate the stay, offering another way to discover the area. You will experience this project within a mixed team, alongside deaf youth, in a spirit of cooperation, sharing, and camaraderie.

Accomodation and food

You will be accommodated less than 500 meters from the Institute, in “La Maison de Vandoeuvre.” Three areas will be reserved and private for the project: the women’s room (without beds), the men’s room (without beds), a common living area, and the sanitary facilities.
Beyond working hours you will also take part in decision-making regarding group activities and daily organisation!
This workcamp will be a unique intercultural and inclusive experience. You will work alongside deaf young people from the Institute. Communication will not always rely on spoken words, but this will be a great opportunity to discover sign language, explore new ways of connecting, and develop your creativity and open-mindedness. A truly meaningful human experience, rich in encounters and learning.

Location and leisure

The Institut des Sourds of Jarville, established for several decades in Jarville-la-Malgrange near Nancy, supports young people who are deaf or have speech disorders to learn, explore, and thrive in a tailored environment while maintaining their autonomy. Through its collective and inclusive approach, the Institute promotes cooperation, solidarity, and engagement with the local community.

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The Institut des Sourds de Jarville is a specialised institution focused on welcoming, educating, and supporting deaf individuals or those with speech disorders, providing an environment tailored to their needs and personal development.

Directions to meeting point

Jarville la Malgrange Train station

Additional comments

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!

Sustainable Development Goals

Sustainable Cities and Communities Responsible Consumption and Production
France France: The Fortress of Fouras 1 (SJ07)

Dates

19/05/2026   -   03/06/2026

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Age
18 - 99
Max number of volunteers
12
Still room for
5 Male + 5 Female
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Access with disability
Yes
Nearest airport
Bordeaux (BOD)
Nearest bus/train station
Rochefort (17300)
Wi-Fi
Yes
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In an idyllic setting, with breathtaking views of the legendary Fort Boyard, this project invites you to participate in the restoration of an exceptional historical site: the Aiguille redoubt, recognised as the largest in France.
Much more than a heritage preservation project, this trip will be a powerful human experience, combining encounters, intercultural exchanges and a shared commitment to building peace alongside the local inhabitants.
At the mouth of the Charente, the Fouras peninsula boasts three ports and five beaches facing the Atlantic Ocean, offering a privileged natural environment where sea, nature and history come together in harmony.
The municipality of Fouras-les-Bains and the Maison des Bateleurs – Solidarités Jeunesses association are renewing their partnership to continue passionately working on the restoration of this remarkable monument, in a spirit of solidarity, discovery and collective action.

You will work for eight 6-hour mornings on the restoration of a new section of the interior of La Redoute. Your task will be to remove vegetation from the façade and cornices so that the joints can be removed and then repointed with lime mortar. Other traditional masonry work, such as repairing the stone cornices and stone cutting, is also planned. In addition, you will take part in workshops to raise awareness of interculturality and sustainable development.

Accomodation and food

Shared accommodation in tents at the Fouras campsite (swimming pool, multi-sports area, Wi-Fi, snack bar, etc.).
Don't forget to bring a warm sleeping bag and a pillow.
Bicycles will be available for all your trips around town.
Food will be provided for breakfast, lunch and dinner. A food budget has been set aside and will be managed by the activity leaders, who will keep you informed throughout the project. Meals, particularly lunch and dinner, will be prepared in turn by the participants. They must respect environmental values, local resources and the cultural diversity of the group. Hot and cold dishes, as well as vegetarian and vegan options, will be available.

Location and leisure

Fouras-les-Bains (17450), Charente-Maritime, 20 km from La Rochelle

Leisure : You will have the opportunity to enjoy many water sports, such as fishing and sailing, in partnership with local clubs. The beach, bike rides along the coast, pétanque and other surprises also await you.
You can also visit several museums and neighbouring towns such as La Rochelle and Rochefort.
Highlights of the stay will include meeting the locals, who are eager to chat with you, especially over an international meal.

Directions to meeting point

The management team will be waiting for you at Camping Le Cadoret in Fouras on Tuesday 19 May from 4pm. All the information you need to get there will be on the project roadmap.

France France: Dans les coulisses d'un festival de cinéma - Backstage of a movie festival (ANEC02)

Dates

25/05/2026   -   08/06/2026

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Age
18 - 99
Max number of volunteers
6
Still room for
2
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Access with disability
Yes
Nearest airport
Lyon (LYS)
Nearest bus/train station
Issoire Train station, France
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Pour la dixième année consécutive, nous organisons un chantier de bénévoles autour de l'organisation du festival. Les volontaires seront immergé·es au sein des équipes bénévoles locales et participeront à l'accueil des tous les participant.es, principalement des enfants, et au bon déroulement du festival. Festival itinérant, la première partie se déroulera à Issoire du 25 au 30 mai et et la seconde partie à la Bourboule du 31 mai au 08 juin 2026. Ce projet se veut plus intimiste que les autres, avec un plus petit groupe de volontaires pour permettre une vraie dynamique de partage avec les autres bénévoles du festival.
Avant le festival : participe à l'installation du festival aux côtés d'autres bénévoles et découvres les coulisses de l'organisation d'un tel événement. Pendant le festival : contribue activement au succès du festival en assurant l'accueil du public, la gestion des entrées, la distribution de flyers, l'orientation des spectateurs, et en apportant un soutien logistique ponctuel. Après le festival : participe au rangement et au bilan de cette édition. Tu seras toujours accompagné·e par des bénévoles qui te guideront et te transmettront leur savoir-faire. Profite de ton temps libre pour explorer les villes d'Issoire et de la Bourboule, leurs paysages naturels, et leurs alentours. Si tu es curieu·x·se de découvrir un festival de cinéma jeune public ancré dans son territoire, n'hésite plus, rejoins l'aventure Plein la Bobine !
Difficulté physique des missions : 1/5
Intensité des journées : 2/5

For the tenth consecutive year, we are organising a volunteer work camp to support the festival’s organization. Volunteers will be immersed within the local volunteer teams and will take part in welcoming all participants — mainly children — and ensuring the smooth running of the festival. As a traveling festival, the first part will take place in Issoire from 25th to 30th May, and the second part in La Bourboule from 31st May to 8th June. This project is designed with a small group of volunteers in order to foster a genuine spirit of sharing and connection with the festival’s volunteer teams.
Before the festival: join in setting up the festival alongside other volunteers and discover the behind-the-scenes of organising such an event. During the festival: contribute actively to the festival's success by helping with public reception, managing entries, distributing flyers, guiding spectators, and providing occasional logistical support. After the festival: take part in the clean-up and evaluation of this edition. You will always be accompanied by French-speaking volunteers who will guide you and share their expertise. Take advantage of your free time to explore the cities of Issoire and La Bourboule, their natural landscapes, and the surrounding area! Some basic French skills are a plus, but not essential. If you're curious to discover a children's film festival rooted in its local community, don't hesitate—join the Plein la Bobine adventure!
Physical difficulty of the work : 1/5
Intensity of work days : 2/5

Accomodation and food

L'hébergement sera fera en dortoir. La première semaine, tu seras logé·e dans des mobile-home de 4 à 6 personnes au camping municipal d'Issoire et la seconde
semaine dans des appartements mis à disposition par la commune de la Bourboule. Pour ce chantier, tu seras peut-être amené·e à partager un lit double la première semaine.
Au-delà des temps de chantier, les bénévoles participent ensemble à l’organisation et à l'animation de la vie collective. Pour ce projet, les bénévoles n'auront la plupart du temps pas besoin de préparer les repas. Les quelques repas non-pévus par le festival seront préparés collectivement par le groupe.
Véritable acteur·ice de ton expérience, tu participeras aussi à la prise de décisions concernant les activités collectives et l’organisation du quotidien !
Le groupe sera constitué de bénévoles français·e·s et internationaux·ales. Afin d’assurer l’intégration de tout le monde, nous comptons sur toi pour parler anglais autant que possible !

Accommodation will be in dormitories. During the first week, you will stay in mobile homes for 4 to 6 people at the municipal campsite in Issoire. In the second week, lodging will be provided in apartments made available by the town of La Bourboule. For this project, you may have to share a double bed for the first week.
Beyond their work on the project, volunteers participate together in organizing and leading community life. For this project, volunteers will mostly not need to prepare meals. The few meals not provided by the festival will be prepared collectively by the group.
There will be French volunteers on the workcamp. Some of them might not speak English. This can be an opportunity for everyone to develop new language skills and innovatove ways of communicating!

Location and leisure

Situées au coeur du Parc Naturel des Volcans d'Auvergne, les communes de la Bourboule et d' Issoire accueilleront pour la 24ème édition le festival international de court métrage Plein la Bobine destiné au jeune public (3-14 ans). La thématique 2026 "la Rencontre" rendra hommage au cinéma mais également aux lieux et aux moments partagés. Territoire riche en patrimoine historique et naturel, vous aurez l'occasion de découvrir Issoire et La Bourboule par des visites et des activités de pleine nature.

Located in the heart of the Auvergne Volcanoes Regional Natural Park, the towns of La Bourboule and Issoire will host the 24th edition of the Plein la Bobine International Short Film Festival for young audiences (ages 3–14).The 2026 theme, “Encounter" will pay tribute to cinema as well as to shared places and moments. A region rich in historical and natural heritage, you will have the opportunity to discover Issoire and La Bourboule through guided visits and outdoor activities.

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L’association Plein la Bobine, implantée depuis plus de 20 ans à la Bourboule a pour objectif d'organiser un festival international de cinéma jeunes publics en fin d'année scolaire. Elle travaille à en faire un rendez-vous propre à l’éveil et à la curiosité artistique, tout en œuvrant à une éducation artistique et culturelle.
https://pleinlabobine.com/association-a-lannee/

The association Plein la Bobine, established for over 20 years in La Bourboule, aims to organise an international film festival for young audiences at the end of the school year. It works to make this event a space dedicated to artistic awakening and curiosity, while also promoting arts and cultural education.
https://pleinlabobine.com/association-a-lannee/

Directions to meeting point

Issoire Train station, France

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 workcamp means engaging in a unique collective and human experience. As organizers, we ensure that you have everything you need to be comfortable (accommodation, meals, safety), and we take care of your well-being. We offer accessible missions with a real impact for the local community. As volunteers, you will actively participate in the workcamp activities and in the organization of daily life with respect for people, places, and the environment. It will also be a great opportunity to learn, share and discover new cultures.

Requirements

no access for wheelchairs

France France: Bring the medieval fortress back to life 1 (ANEC03ESC)

Dates

01/06/2026   -   14/06/2026

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18 - 30
Max number of volunteers
12
Still room for
7
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Access with disability
Yes
Nearest airport
Lyon (LYS)
Nearest bus/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 6 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. Tu pourras également prendre part à des activités manuelles et culturelles d'embellissement et de valorisation de la forteresse.

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, 6 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. You will also be able to take part in hands-on and cultural activities aimed at enhancing and showcasing the fortress.

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 bénévoles 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 !
Dans une optique de réduction de l’impact environnemental de nos chantiers, nous privilégions des menus végétariens, qui répondent à tous les besoins nutritionnels des participant·e·s.
Le groupe sera constitué de bénévoles français·e·s et internationaux·ales. Afin d’assurer l’intégration de tout le monde, nous comptons sur toi pour parler anglais autant que possible !
Cette année, il est possible qu’un autre groupe de volontaires, français·e·s et/ou internationaux·ales, soit accueilli en parallèle du chantier et participe également aux temps de travail. Les espaces pourront donc être partagés : une communication attentive et bienveillante sera essentielle. Cette cohabitation sera aussi une belle occasion de multiplier les rencontres et de renforcer la dimension interculturelle du projet.

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 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 organisation!
In order to reduce the environmental impact of our projects, we prioritise vegetarian menus, which meet all the nutrional needs of participants.
There will be French volunteers on the workcamp. Some of them might not speak English. This can be an opportunity for everyone to develop new language skills and innovatove ways of communicating!
This year, another group of French and/or international volunteers may be hosted at the same time and take part in the work activities. Living spaces may therefore be shared, and attentive, considerate communication will be essential. This cohabitation will also be a great opportunity to multiply encounters and further strengthen the intercultural dimension of the project.

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

Additional comments

Rejoindre un chantier de bénévoles, 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!

Requirements

No access for wheelchairs

France France: PROTECTING HERITAGE 2 (CONCF-33402B-ESC)

Dates

03/06/2026   -   17/06/2026

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Age
18 - 30
Max number of volunteers
14
Still room for
7 Male + 3 Female
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Nearest airport
Montpellier (MPL)
Nearest bus/train station
Clermont l’Herault bus station in the afternoon.
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Do you love heritage and nature and want to make yourself useful? Come and help improve the trails in Clermont-l'Herault.

The municipality wants to maintain its trails on the hill overlooking the town for the enjoyment of hikers. Discover the rich heritage of the commune, such as its archaeological oppidum, its capitelles (dry stone huts) and its castle. Your work will consist of enhancing the site by carrying out landscaping work and installing engaging signage.

This work is essential for maintaining the trail while allowing visitors, walkers, and curious people from all walks of life to come and discover this rich heritage. An enriching experience that combines ancestral know-how, creativity, and intercultural encounters!

Accomodation and food

You will be accommodated in individual tents provided by Concordia in the grounds of the Château des Guilhem, which offers stunning views of the city. You must bring your own camping mattress and sleeping bag. Toilets will be available in the castle outbuildings, and showers will be provided by the sports clubs.

A large tent will be set up as a living space with a dining area. Community life will be at the heart of the experience: you will share daily tasks and prepare meals together. A budget will be given to the activity team, and you will help with shopping and meal preparation, focusing on healthy, local produce.

Location and leisure

Clermont-l'Herault is a charming little town located north of Montpellier in the south of France. Enjoying a Mediterranean climate and a remarkable natural environment (Lake Salagou, the rivers of the Gorges de l'Hérault nearby), it also has a rich cultural heritage with its castle and cathedral.
In the heart of a preserved setting, you can enjoy outdoor activities and make cultural and festive discoveries.

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Since 2015, we have had a very strong partnership with the town of Clermont-l'Herault and local associations that promote the discovery of local heritage.

Our delegation's offices are located in the town. We carry out several volunteer projects aimed at young people in the area. We work closely with volunteers from local heritage preservation associations. This project, which involves showcasing dry stone huts along the communal path, contributes to promoting the town's heritage.

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Remember to bring gloves, clothing, and sturdy shoes for the workday. Also remember to bring your sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen, your swimsuit, and a beach towel! The days can be hot, but the nights can be cool. If you wish, you can also bring music or a typical object from your country/region to share your culture with the other participants.

Requirements

This project is supported by the program European Solidarity Corps for young people between 18 and 30 years. It is open to all volunteers that fit the ESC criteria.
The participation to the ESC volunteering teams is subjects to several principles and conditions, presented on the ESC webpage: https://europa.eu/youth/solidarity/mission_en

  • Volunteers do not have to pay any fee (no sending, nor participation fee) to attend the project;
  • Volunteers need to enroll in the PASS, the European Solidarity Corps Portal; Concordia France will organise their matching, on the online system, with the volunteering project;
  • Volunteers will receive pocket money, calculated on basis of 8€/day, once they arrive on the project in France;
  • Volunteers will receive a financial support for their travel, according to a maximum amount established in accordance with their travel distance and upon the presentation of original tickets;
  • Volunteers will have to complete a participation report, submitted online through the portal.

Your tickets have to be uploaded on the CONFIRMATION FORM. Please fill the confirmation form when you receive the Infosheet.
This is MANDATORY for all ESC participants. If you fail to provide your transport tickets on time, your participation may be cancelled.
The tickets have to be shared a month before the project.
In the case of last minute application, the delay will be of two days.

France France: Free Music Festival (SJ08)

Dates

09/06/2026   -   25/06/2026

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Age
18 - 99
Max number of volunteers
12
Still room for
3 Male + 0 Female
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Access with disability
Yes
Nearest airport
Bordeaux (BOD)
Nearest bus/train station
Montendre (17130)
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Join the adventure of the international workcamp at the Free Music Festival in Montendre!
Immerse yourself in a unique experience combining music, creativity and intercultural encounters. Be part of the magic of the festival, discover new artistic perspectives and create unforgettable memories. We look forward to welcoming you for an enriching and festive experience in the heart of south-western France!

You will work with the organization’s volunteers to prepare and set up the festival: installing barriers, managing car parks, decorating the stage, etc.
Your tasks will consist in preparing the park to make it welcoming for the public and supporting the volunteer teams with the logistics of the event.
Due to weather conditions, it may be very hot. Schedules may therefore be adjusted to avoid peak heat, while ensuring that the festival is ready on time.
After the festival, you will help clean and tidy up the site in a friendly and supportive atmosphere.
You will also take part in activities to raise awareness of interculturality and sustainable development.

Accomodation and food

You will be accommodated in dormitories in the large Bateleurs international guest house, where you will share the daily life of international volunteers. Located a few hundred metres from the festival, in Montendre, the guest house offers all the necessary amenities: showers, kitchen, garden, bamboo grove...
A vehicle will be made available to take you to the work site and to explore the region.
Food will be provided for breakfast and other meals. A food budget will be allocated and managed by the organizers. Meals will be prepared in turn by participants and international volunteers, ensuring respect for environmental values, local resources and everyone's cultures. Hot and cold dishes, as well as vegetarian and vegan options, will be available.

You will also participate in daily household tasks, including cleaning, alongside the volunteers who reside there, and it will be essential to respect the shared living space carefully.

Location and leisure

Montendre, Charente-Maritime, 75 km from Bordeaux

Leisure : In the heart of southern Saintonge, nestled among several picturesque villages, you can explore the local heritage to your heart's content. Outside of construction hours, enjoy summer activities such as the festival, visits to local producers, and tastings of regional specialities.
Excursions can be organized to La Rochelle, Bordeaux, Angoulême, or a day at the seaside. The towns of Cognac and Saint-Émilion, famous for their vineyards, are also within easy reach.

Directions to meeting point

La Maison des Bateleurs, 4 Avenue de Onda, 17130 Montendre, at 4pm

France France: Fort Vauban 1 (SJ09)

Dates

09/06/2026   -   01/07/2026

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18 - 99
Max number of volunteers
12
Still room for
2 Male + 4 Female
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Access with disability
Yes
Nearest airport
Bordeaux (BOD)
Nearest bus/train station
Rochefort (17300)
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In an idyllic setting with breathtaking views of the legendary Fort Boyard, this project invites you to participate in the renovation of Fort Vauban.
Much more than a heritage preservation project, this trip will be a powerful human experience, combining encounters, intercultural exchanges, and a shared commitment to building peace alongside the local residents.
At the mouth of the Charente, the Fouras peninsula boasts three ports and five beaches facing the Atlantic Ocean, offering a privileged natural environment where sea, nature, and history come together in harmony.
The municipality of Fouras-les-Bains and the Maison des Bateleurs – Solidarités Jeunesses association are renewing their partnership to continue passionately working on the restoration of this remarkable monument, in a spirit of solidarity, discovery and collective action.

Over eight six-hour mornings, you will help restore part of the exterior paving of Fort Vauban. No masonry skills are required: this project is open to everyone. You will have the opportunity to work in a magnificent setting, with breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean and Fort Boyard, while learning traditional restoration techniques and contributing to the preservation and enhancement of an iconic historic site.

Accomodation and food

Shared accommodation in tents at the Fouras campsite (swimming pool, multi-sports area, Wi-Fi, snack bar, etc.).
Do not forget to bring a warm sleeping bag and a pillow.
Bicycles will be available for all your trips around town.
Food will be provided for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A food budget has been set aside and will be managed by the activity leaders, who will keep you informed throughout the project. Meals, particularly lunch and dinner, will be prepared in turns by the participants. They must respect environmental values, local resources, and the cultural diversity of the group. Hot, cold, vegetarian, and vegan dishes will be available.

Location and leisure

Fouras-les-Bains (17450), Charente-Maritime, 20 km from La Rochelle

Leisure : You will have the opportunity to enjoy many water sports, such as fishing and sailing, in partnership with local clubs. The beach, bike rides along the coast, pétanque and other surprises also await you.
You can also visit several museums and neighbouring towns such as La Rochelle and Rochefort.
Highlights of the stay will include meeting the locals, who are eager to chat with you, especially over an international meal.

Directions to meeting point

The management team will be waiting for you at Camping Le Cadoret in Fouras on Tuesday 9th, from 4pm onwards. All the information you need to get there will be on the project roadmap.

France France: A Greenhouse Dome for the Cévennes’ Garden (SJ/ESC10)

Dates

10/06/2026   -   24/06/2026

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Age
18 - 30
Max number of volunteers
12
Still room for
4 Male + 0 Female
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Access with disability
Yes
Nearest airport
Marseille (MRS)
Nearest bus/train station
Génolhac train station.
Wi-Fi
Yes
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The project will take place at the permanent REV site, a former summer camp situated at an altitude of 1,200 meters. The building is situated at the foot of Mont Lozère in the heart of the Cévennes National Park. The REV association moved there in spring 2022 and wants to turn it into a place to welcome visitors, exchange ideas, and meet new people. To keep improving the garden started in 2025, you will build a wooden greenhouse dome, for year-round cultivation. This will contribute to transforming the site into a nourishing and supportive space where international volunteers, project volunteers, visitors, residents, etc. can meet.

You will be involved in constructing a wooden geodesic dome that will serve as a greenhouse for the community garden run by the association. This dome’s shape offers several advantages: it uses less material than a rectangular structure to cover the same area, it is wind-resistant (common at high altitudes), it captures light from all angles, and it prevents snow from accumulating on the roof (useful in winter). A technical supervisor will share their knowledge of wooden construction and guide you through building this structure during dedicated work sessions (25 hours/week).

Accomodation and food

The workcamp is in a very remote area, where you will be accommodated in collective tents on the REV site (remember to bring a warm sleeping bag). You will have access to sanitary facilities close to the camp. Moreover, if weather conditions deteriorate too much for camping, a shelter a few meters away will be available. On the project, it is important to know that you will have two meat meals per week. Meals will be provided by the association and prepared by the participants, who will take it in turns to form cooking teams. Bring your best recipes!

Location and leisure

The workcamp will take place in the hamlet of Finiels, which belongs to the commune of Pont-de-Monvert, located on Mont-Lozère in the heart of the Cévennes. The nearest town is Mende with 16,000 inhabitants.

Leisure: Although far from France's metropolises, Lozère is a very dynamic region. The region's activities revolve around local festivities, concerts, and unspoilt natural areas (mountains, rivers, forests).

Directions to meeting point

Please arrive on 10/06 between 4pm and 6pm. Génolhac train station (30450).

France France: REDISCOVER "TRA"DITION (CONCF-46316-ESC)

Dates

12/06/2026   -   26/06/2026

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Age
18 - 30
Max number of volunteers
12
Still room for
5 Male + 3 Female
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Nearest airport
Clermont-Ferrand (CFE)
Nearest bus/train station
MONT-DORE (63) SNCF train station
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Would you like to take part in an experimental archaeology project and learn traditional building techniques? Then this project is for you!
The Mont-Dore town hall is participating in a European project aimed at promoting high mountain heritage and wants to build semi-underground pastoral huts, also known as “tra”, as they existed in Auvergne in the 13th century.

Accompanied by an architect, you will use natural materials (local wood, grass) and traditional techniques. You will build the frame, the semi-underground walls, and the roof made of rolls of grass unrolled over the structure.
In the heart of the Auvergne mountains, you will work in a breathtaking setting on the Capucin peak at an altitude of 1,400 meters. There is no Wi-Fi available on site, and access to the site is by minibus and then along a steep path.

Whether you are passionate about archaeology, curious about history, a seasoned or novice DIY enthusiast, or simply looking for new experiences, your energy and ideas will be welcome.

Accomodation and food

Throughout your stay, you will be accompanied by two activity leaders and a technical leader on site.
You will be accommodated in individual tents and inflatable mattresses (provided by Concordia) at the Mont-Dore municipal campsite. Sanitary facilities and communal areas will be available at the campsite. A kitchen will be set up near the campsite.
You will share various communal tasks and prepare meals together. A budget will be allocated to the facilitators and you will help with the shopping, focusing on healthy and local products. WIFI is available at the campsite. Laundry can be done by hand or in the washing machine at the campsite (paid service).

The accommodation is located some distance from the work site. Travel will be by minibus or on foot.

Location and leisure

Nestled in the heart of the Sancy massif, Mont-Dore is a small mountain spa town in the Puy-de-Dôme department, located one hour from Clermont-Ferrand. Surrounded by volcanoes and wide open natural spaces, the landscapes are spectacular.
In your free time, you will have the opportunity to explore the many hiking trails and enjoy local outdoor activities in a preserved and rejuvenating setting. Activities involving the local residents will also be organized.

You can also enjoy the Horizons Arts-Nature en Sancy project, a huge artistic project combining walking and land art.

Project hosted by

The project is being carried out in partnership with the Mont-Dore town hall and is part of a European project involving France, Portugal, and Spain. This project (Cultur-Monts) aims to highlight mountain “cultural landscapes.”
To continue giving the project an intercultural dimension, the Mont-Dore town hall wishes to call on an international work camp to build the pastoral huts.

Directions to meeting point

The meeting point is at the MONT-DORE (63) SNCF train station in the late afternoon. The exact meeting time will be communicated at the latest with the itinerary one month before the start of the project.
It is a small station served by a few trains per day. Several routes with connections are available from Paris, Lyon, Volvic, and Clermont-Ferrand.


If possible, please consider using low-carbon transportation (train and bus rather than airplane) for a sustainable international workcamp.


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

Additional comments

The site is at high altitude, so be sure to bring warm clothes! And good shoes. Remember to bring a swimsuit. Nights can be cool, so bring a good sleeping bag and warm clothes. You can also bring recipes from your country/region, musical instruments, and games.
We will travel on foot, or occasionally by minibus or bicycle.

More info at:
https://lemontdore.fr/preparer-mon-sejour/office-de-tourisme and https://interreg-sudoe.eu/proyecto-interreg/cultur-monts/

Requirements

This project is supported by the program European Solidarity Corps for young people between 18 and 30 years. It is open to all volunteers that fit the ESC criteria.
The participation to the ESC volunteering teams is subjects to several principles and conditions, presented on the ESC webpage: https://europa.eu/youth/solidarity/mission_en

  • Volunteers do not have to pay any fee (no sending, nor participation fee) to attend the project;

  • Volunteers need to enroll in the PASS, the European Solidarity Corps Portal; Concordia France will organise their matching, on the online system, with the volunteering project;

  • Volunteers will receive pocket money, calculated on basis of 8€/day, once they arrive on the project in France;

  • Volunteers will receive a financial support for their travel, according to a maximum amount established in accordance with their travel distance and upon the presentation of original tickets;

  • Volunteers will have to complete a participation report, submitted online through the portal.

Your tickets have to be uploaded on the CONFIRMATION FORM. Please fill the confirmation form when you receive the Infosheet. This is MANDATORY for all ESC participants. If you fail to provide your transport tickets on time, your participation may be cancelled. The tickets have to be shared a month before the project. In the case of last minute application, the delay will be of two days.

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