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France France: Apporte ta pierre à l'édifice 1 - Rolling and Cutting Stones in Saint-Mihiel 1 (ANEC07)

Dates

07/07/2025   -   25/07/2025

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USD 890 i Fee is paid in two installments:

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EUR 250 is to be paid after acceptance.

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Age
14 - 17
Max number of volunteers
10
Still room for
3
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Access with disability
Yes
Nearest airport
Luxembourg (LUX)
Nearest bus/train station
Meuse TGV train station
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Work

La ville de Saint-Mihiel organise des chantiers de bénévoles pour restaurer des murs et murets en pierre-sèche, qui ont été reconstruits trop vite et peu durablement après les Guerres Mondiales. Pourtant, ils font le charme de la ville et représentent aussi des refuges importants pour la biodiversité (insectes et oiseaux viennent s'y installer). Aujourd'hui, l'ensemble est inscrit au titre de zone naturelle d'intérêt écologique et sa protection est assurée par l'Etat.
La mission consiste à restaurer les murs et murets de la Promenade des Capucins, au nord de Saint-Mihiel, afin de leur redonner leur aspect originel et sécuriser les chemins. Sur les murs maçonnés, les bénévoles devront enlever l'ancien mortier, réparer fissures et trous, et appliquer un nouvel enduit à la chaux. Ils rehausseront les murs et poseront des couvertines (enduit ou tuiles) qui permettront de protéger durablement les murs. Pour les murs en pierre-sèche, il faudra démonter et trier les pierres, parfois les retailler, et surtout les assembler avec soin en vérifiant leur stabilité. Le travail se fera en équipe, guidé par un professionnel qui transmettra les techniques traditionnelles de maçonnerie. Attendez-vous à un travail parfois physique, incluant la manipulation de pierres et l’application de mortier. Certaines tâches se dérouleront en hauteur. En période de forte chaleur, les travaux se limiteront aux matinées.

The town of Saint-Mihiel organises volunteering workcamps to restore dry-stone walls and small stone structures that were rebuilt too quickly and unsustainably after the World Wars. They add to the town's charm and serve as important refuges for biodiversity, providing homes for insects and birds. Today, the entire area is recognised as a natural zone of ecological interest, and its protection is ensured by the state.
The mission involves restoring the walls and small stone structures of the Promenade des Capucins, located to the north of Saint-Mihiel, in order to return them to their original appearance and secure the pathways. For the masonry walls, volunteers will need to remove the old mortar, repair cracks and holes, and apply a new lime plaster. They will also raise the walls and install coping stones (plaster or tiles) to protect the walls in the long term.
For the dry-stone walls, volunteers will dismantle and sort the stones, sometimes reshaping them, and most importantly, carefully reassemble them while ensuring their stability. The work will be done in teams, guided by a professional who will teach traditional masonry techniques
Be prepared for physically demanding work, which will include handling stones and applying mortar. Some tasks will take place at height. During periods of intense heat, work will be limited to the mornings.

Accomodation and food

Les bénévoles logent à la Base de Loisirs de Saint-Mihiel, située à 20min à pied de la Promenade des Capucins. Ils partagent les lieux avec un centre de loisirs local, et des vacanciers installés en caravane ou en tentes aux alentours. Les espaces dédiés aux bénévoles du chantier sont privatisés.
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 !

Volunteers are accommodated at the Saint-Mihiel Leisure Center, located 20 minutes on foot from the Promenade des Capucins. They share the space with a local recreation center and vacationers staying in caravans or tents nearby. The areas dedicated to the project volunteers are privatised for their use.
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

Saint-Mihiel, située dans la vallée de la Meuse, offre un mélange parfait de patrimoine et de nature. C'est dans la vieille ville Renaissance, avec ses ruelles et son abbaye, que nous organisons un chantier depuis 2019, pour restaurer les destructions des Guerres Mondiales. La région, idéale pour les amateurs de verdure, propose des panoramas magnifiques et de nombreuses animations culturelles et festives. C'est un lieu parfait pour se ressourcer et découvrir l'histoire locale !

Saint-Mihiel, located in the Meuse Valley, offers a perfect blend of heritage and nature. Since 2019, we have been organizing a project in the Renaissance-period old town, with its charming streets and abbey, to restore the damages from the World Wars. The region, ideal for nature lovers, boasts stunning panoramas and plenty of cultural and festive events. It’s the perfect place to recharge and explore the local history!

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La ville de Saint-Mihiel accueille le chantier. Elle met à disposition l’hébergement, les matériaux et le matériel pour le chantier. Des personnes de leurs équipes veillent pendant l’été au bon déroulement du séjour. Elle nous met aussi en lien avec des associations locales pour des idées de sorties et loisirs.

Saint-Mihiel, located in the Meuse Valley, offers a perfect blend of heritage and nature. Since 2019, we have been organizing a project in the Renaissance-period old town, with its charming streets and abbey, to restore the damages from the World Wars. The region, ideal for nature lovers, boasts stunning panoramas and plenty of cultural and festive events. It’s the perfect place to recharge and explore the local history!

Directions to meeting point

Meuse TGV train station - 07/07/2025 - 5pm

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.

France France: The remains of the Coly castle (SJ/TEEN26)

Dates

07/07/2025   -   21/07/2025

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Fee

USD 890 i Fee is paid in two installments:

USD 595 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
15 - 17
Max number of volunteers
16
Still room for
1
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Nearest airport
Bordeaux (BOD)
Nearest bus/train station
Condat-Le Lardin station
Map

Work

You'll be taking part in the enhancement of local heritage around the castle and its recipe room. Working with a history enthusiast and an archaeologist, you'll be clearing the ground, clearing undergrowth, and consolidating, and then carrying out careful excavation work on these areas, which bear witness to previous centuries. The summer will be punctuated by local events where you will be invited to take part in festivities such as the ‘Saint-Amand fait son intéressant’ performing arts festival, night markets, village festivals, etc. You'll be in close contact with local volunteers to help organise these events.

Accomodation and food

You will be welcomed at the Coly municipal stadium. Tents for two will be provided, as well as trekking foam mattresses. Remember to bring your duvet and a pillow. A covered dining area is reserved for you, with a kitchen where you can take turns preparing tasty dishes. You will prepare the menus and meals together, taking into account the season, everyone's needs, and the pleasure of sharing together."

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 organise your programme of activities with the other volunteers and the animators.

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Nestling in a lush green valley, the commune of St Amand de Coly lies at the heart of the Périgord Noir, an area rich in history! Made up of two former communes that decided to merge into one, we’ll be working to unite these formerly separate areas into a single one. The ruins of the abbey castle at Coly bear witness to the valley's rich past, preserving some fine architectural features (bread oven, vaulted room, etc.) and revealing some wonderful secrets. The abbey of St Amand is proof of the power of the church in this area throughout the Middle Ages.
After a number of excavations at the castle, this year we have reached the layers of archaeological interest. Festivals, night markets, and village fairs will punctuate the summer.
You’ll discover the welcoming nature of the local people and the charm of the countryside and heritage, as you organise your programme of activities with the other volunteers, the other groups hosted, and the organisers.

Directions to meeting point

The meeting point is Condat-le-Lardin railway station. You need to get there on 07/07 between 4pm 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

Gender Equality Sustainable Cities and Communities
France France: À la découverte des oiseaux de Paris - Discovering the birds of Paris (ANEC08)

Dates

08/07/2025   -   22/07/2025

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Fee

USD 890 i Fee is paid in two installments:

USD 595 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
16
Still room for
3
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Access with disability
Yes
Nearest airport
Paris (CDG)
Nearest bus/train station
Joinville-le-Pont (RER A) train station
Map

Work

L’École du Breuil, école horticole de Paris, est implantée dans les jardins publics de la ville. L’an dernier, des bénévoles ont réalisé des relevés de faune et de flore pour enrichir les données de l’école et initier les visiteur·se·s aux sciences participatives. Cette année, l’objectif est de fabriquer un mur de nichoirs adaptés aux espèces locales, afin de favoriser la biodiversité et d’encourager l’observation des oiseaux.
As-tu déjà entendu parler des sciences participatives ? Cette année, tu partiras à la recherche des oiseaux du jardin, mais pas n'importe comment ! Pierre-Yves, notre animateur technique, accompagné des jardiniers du parc, te guidera à travers les protocoles d'observation. L’objectif : construire des nichoirs adaptés aux espèces recensées, en déterminant les dimensions idéales, puis en passant à la découpe et à l’assemblage du bois. Ces nichoirs deviendront aussi un support pédagogique pour les élèves et visiteur·se·s. Un second chantier consistera à créer des éléments en tressage végétal et des installations en bois pour enrichir l’espace de classe extérieure et le relier au mur de nichoirs par un chemin "végétal". Ces temps de chantier, menés aux côtés de passionnés de faune et de flore, seront aussi l’occasion d’échanger autour de la gestion écologique des espaces naturels et des principes de permaculture.

École du Breuil, a horticultural school in Paris, is located within the city's public gardens. Last year, volunteers conducted fauna and flora surveys to enrich the school's data and introduce visitors to citizen science. This year, the goal is to build a birdhouse wall tailored to local species, to promote biodiversity and encourage birdwatching.
Have you ever heard of citizen science? This year, you'll be searching for the garden's birds, but not just any way! Pierre-Yves, our technical facilitator, along with the park's gardeners, will guide you through the observation protocols. The goal: to build birdhouses tailored to the recorded species, by determining the ideal dimensions, then cutting and assembling the wood. These birdhouses will also serve as educational tools for students and visitors. A second project will involve creating woven plant elements and wooden installations to enrich the outdoor classroom space and link it to the birdhouse wall via a "vegetal" path. These work sessions, alongside passionate experts in fauna and flora, will also provide an opportunity to exchange ideas about the ecological management of natural spaces and the principles of permaculture.

Accomodation and food

Les bénévoles dormiront sous tentes individuelles, au sein du parc de l'école du Breuil. Ils auront accès à des espaces de vie collective proche du campement : cuisine extérieure, foyer des élèves (avec espace détente, babyfoot, table de ping pong), douches et sanitaires.
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 !

Volunteers will sleep in individual tents, within the École du Breuil park. They will have access to communal living spaces near the campsite: outdoor kitchen, students' lounge (with a relaxation area, foosball, ping pong table), showers, and toilets.
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

Cap sur le Bois de Vincennes, l'un des deux "poumons verts" de Paris, où se situe l'école du Breuil, école d'horticulture, qui nous ouvre ses portes pour la troisième fois. À découvrir : ses sites emblématiques comme le Château de Vincennes, le Parc Floral ou encore la Ferme de Paris, ainsi que de nombreux espaces propices à la promenade et aux activités en plein air. Sans oublier la visite de Paris : monuments historiques, musées, quartiers pittoresques et festivités estivales !

Welcome to the Bois de Vincennes, one of Paris's two "green lungs," where École du Breuil, a horticulture school, opens its doors to us for the third time. Discover its iconic sites, such as Vincennes Castle, the Floral Park, and the Paris Farm, along with numerous areas perfect for walking and outdoor activities. Don’t miss a visit to Paris itself: historical monuments, museums, picturesque neighborhoods, and summer festivals!

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L’École du Breuil, école d’horticulture de la Ville de Paris, forme aux métiers du paysage, du jardinage et de l’arboriculture. Située au cœur du Bois de Vincennes, elle est aussi un lieu d’expérimentation et de sensibilisation à la biodiversité. Pour un avant-goût, jetez un œil à cette visite virtuelle : https://youtu.be/gUyeSzJgogg

École du Breuil, a horticulture school of the City of Paris, trains students in landscaping, gardening, and arboriculture. Located at the heart of the Bois de Vincennes, it is also a place for biodiversity experimentation and awareness. For a sneak peek, take a look at this virtual tour: https://youtu.be/gUyeSzJgogg.

Directions to meeting point

Joinville-le-Pont (RER A) train station - 08/07/2025 - 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 tu disposes de tout le nécessaire pour être à l’aise (hébergement, repas, sécurité), et nous veillons à ton bien-être. Nous te proposons des missions accessibles avec un véritable impact pour la communauté locale.
En tant que bénévole, tu participeras 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

The accommodation and work sites are not accessible to wheelchairs

Sustainable Development Goals

Sustainable Cities and Communities Responsible Consumption and Production
France France: A PATH THROUGH NATURE (CONCF-8003)

Dates

09/07/2025   -   30/07/2025

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Fee

USD 890 i Fee is paid in two installments:

USD 595 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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Details on the project

Age
15 - 17
Max number of volunteers
12
Still room for
2
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Access with disability
Yes
Nearest airport
Paris (CDG)
Nearest bus/train station
CHANTILLY-GOUVIEUX train station
Map

Work

Discover a trail where nature and heritage come together – and help bring it back to life!
After the success of several restoration projects, a new challenge awaits you: renovating a hiking trail along the Oise River, serving as a vital link between two towns. This project is particularly significant, not only for its environmental impact but also for its role in bringing communities together and showcasing the local heritage.

Building on past initiatives, you will take part in several key tasks to restore and improve access to the trail. The work will include pruning trees and shrubs blocking the path, removing invasive plant species to protect local biodiversity, clearing overgrown areas, and improving the trail’s accessibility. Additionally, you will help design and install educational panels to provide hikers with insights into the site’s history and natural treasures.

Accomodation and food

Your accommodation will be located in the garden of the "Maison pour Tous Nelson-Mandela", a bourgeois-style house from the end of the 19th century, which hosts the communal music workshops, exhibitions as well as cultural and leisure associations.

The group will have access to the kitchen of this house. You will sleep under individual tents. Large tents will be installed for the collective life. The infrastructures of the municipal stadium (300 metres away) will offer access to showers with a separation between girls and boys. You will share the various collective chores and prepare meals together, prioritising vegetarian meals and local products from the market.

Location and leisure

Saint-Maximin (3 000 inhabitants) is located in the department of Oise, 70km from Paris. The region has a rich historical heritage that you can discover nearby: The Chantilly Castle, the Compiegne Imperial Palace or the Pierrefonds Castle. Each year, in addition to outings, leisure activities are scheduled (St Leu d'Esserent water sports centre, swimming pool...).

Activities are planned with the youth service of the town to include you in the activities planned during the summer like the July 14th celebrations and meetings with the local population.

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The small town of Saint-Maximin, nestled at the heart of the stone quarries of the South of Oise, has an uncommon cultural heritage (troglodyte houses, old open-air quarries, mushroom beds, etc.) that it promotes in its museum "La Maison de la Pierre".

Today, there are still five stone quarries in use in Saint-Maximin. The stone extracted from them is mainly used for the restoration of historical monuments (Paris City Hall or the Arc de Triomphe). The quarries of Saint-Maximin also provide the clay used for the tennis courts of Roland-Garros. An initiation to stone cutting is planned during your stay!

Directions to meeting point

The meeting is planned at the CHANTILLY-GOUVIEUX train station on July 09 at the end of the day. The exact time of the meeting will be communicated with the info sheet, sent at least 4 weeks before the beginning of the workcamp.

From PARIS, regular trains leave from the Gare du Nord train station for CHANTILLY-GOUVIEUX (30-minute trip).

The trains are open to booking about 4 months before the departure dates, accessible on the following website: https://www.sncf-connect.com/en-en/

If you are coming first by plane, remember that you will need some time to commute from the airport to the train station, therefore we recommend that you arrive early enough for you not to rush and have a stress-free travel.
Whenever possible, use low-carbon transport solutions to get to the site: trains rather than planes, public transport rather than private cars.

Additional comments

Remember to bring work clothes for the work site as well as tight shoes. As the accommodation is under tents, remember to bring your sleeping bag as well as a floor mat or a camping mattress for more comfort.

Don't forget your bathing suit in case you are going to swim in the pool or at the St Leu d'Esserent water sports centre. You can also bring back specialities from your country, photos, musical instruments, in short what you like and want to share on this workcamp, either with the local population or with the group!

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 arise on the project, volunteers will have to pay for it, and will then be reimbursed once back in their home country.

Don’t forget to send us your Medical Factsheet and Parental Authorization at least one month before the beginning of the workcamp.

Sustainable Development Goals

Sustainable Cities and Communities Life on Land
France France: ONE LESS BRICK IN THE WALL (CONCF-8013)

Dates

09/07/2025   -   23/07/2025

Feedback from 876 volunteers

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Manual Work
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Already accepted volunteers from

Turkey France Spain Slovakia Italy

Fee

USD 890 i Fee is paid in two installments:

USD 595 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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Details on the project

Age
15 - 17
Max number of volunteers
11
Still room for
1
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Access with disability
Yes
Nearest airport
Paris (CDG)
Nearest bus/train station
The trains are open to booking about 4 months before the departure dates, accessible on the following website: https://www.sncf-connect.com/en-en/
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Work

Discover the charming village of La Chapelle-en-Serval and take part in an exciting project to create a new passageway to the community hall!

In a spirit of openness and shared space enhancement, La Chapelle-en-Serval partners with Concordia to host an international youth volunteer workcamp.
The goal of the current project is to create a passageway to the community hall, a central gathering place for the town. On the agenda : dismantling a stone wall to create an opening, masonry work for the new passage, building a step and path using the recovered stones.

A rewarding experience blending craftsmanship, creativity, and intercultural exchanges!

Accomodation and food

You’ll stay in tents at the town’s communal stadium, where a large tent (marabout) will serve as your living and dining area. Showers will be available in the stadium’s locker rooms.
Life at the camp will be all about teamwork: you’ll share daily tasks and prepare meals together. The animation team will manage the budget, and you’ll take part in the shopping and meal preparation, focusing on healthy and locally sourced products.

Location and leisure

La Chapelle-en-Serval is nestled in the heart of the Oise department, between the towns of Senlis and Chantilly, and just 40 km from Paris. This prime location offers easy access to a variety of natural and cultural landmarks. The surrounding forests, including the famous Chantilly Forest, are perfect for hiking and cycling. The region is also renowned for its historical treasures, such as the Château de Chantilly and the Royaumont Abbey, both nearby.
During your stay, activities will be organized to help you explore the rich cultural and natural heritage of the area. You'll also have the chance to connect with the locals, enjoy moments of shared conviviality and engage with children at the town’s leisure center, fostering meaningful exchanges throughout your stay. Whether you're a heritage enthusiast, a nature lover, or simply curious about engaging with a local community, La Chapelle-en-Serval is sure to charm you.
As a special highlight, you'll have the opportunity to attend the town's fireworks during the Bastille Day celebrations on July 14th.
Warning : While a day trip to Paris may be scheduled, the primary focus of the work camp remains the community project and local engagement.

Project hosted by

With its picturesque landscapes and remarkable heritage, La Chapelle-en-Serval provides the perfect environment for community engagement.


La Chapelle-en-Serval, located in the Oise department, is a dynamic and committed community actively working to preserve and enhance its heritage and public spaces. The town partners with Concordia to develop restoration and improvement projects, founded on shared values: engaging young people in local initiatives and fostering intercultural connections.
Thus, the workcamp reflects the town's dedication to combining efforts to improve the residents' quality of life. The municipality is deeply involved, offering a warm welcome to our volunteers each year.

Directions to meeting point

The meeting point is planned at the train station of Orry-la-ville on 09 July at the end of the day. The exact time of the meeting will be communicated with the info sheet, sent at least 4 weeks before the beginning of the workcamp.

Additional comments

Please bring good shoes, working clothes and a swimsuit. As nights can be quite cold,
remember also to bring warm clothes and a sleeping bag. You can also bring traditional recipes from your home country/region, music instruments and games.
Foreigners coming from 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 arise on the project, volunteers will have to pay for it, and will then be reimbursed once back in their home country.

Requirements

Please bring good shoes, working clothes and a swimsuit. As nights can be quite cold,
remember also to bring warm clothes and a sleeping bag. You can also bring traditional recipes from your home country/region, music instruments and games.
Foreigners coming from 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 arise on the project, volunteers will have to pay for it, and will then be reimbursed once back in their home country.

Sustainable Development Goals

Sustainable Cities and Communities
France France: BASE NATURE VERCORS (JR25-203)

Dates

13/07/2025   -   26/07/2025

Feedback from 93 volunteers

Tags

Environmental
Construction
Manual Work
3
Place(s)
left

Fee

USD 1102 i Fee is paid in two installments:

USD 595 to be paid now.
EUR 430 is to be paid after acceptance.

Note: Total fee can vary depending on bank rates.
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Details on the project

Age
14 - 17
Max number of volunteers
10
Still room for
0 Male + 3 Female
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Nearest airport
Lyon (LYS)
Nearest bus/train station
Valence

Work

Last year, the association initiated a shared pond project on its site in order to provide a response to periods of drought. You will therefore participate in the preparation, installation and filling of the pond (creation of gutters, installation of the liner, etc.) The second week you will participate in the organization of the puppet festival by creating a theatrical event. This project will allow you to use your creativity and your sense of responsibility. You can find the schedule and achievements of previous projects on the association s website: https://basenaturevercors.org/realisations/

Accomodation and food

You will be accommodated in tents on the site of la Grange aux loups and you will have sanitary facilities and showers on site. An outdoor kitchen and a living space will also be at your disposal. To facilitate relations within the group, cell phones, by mutual agreement, will only be available for one hour per day (usually at shower time).With the help of your counselors, you will actively participate in the organization of daily life: preparation of meals, washing up, tidying up, cleaning, maintenance of the garden. As much as possible, the meals will be prepared with local and organic products corresponding to the particular attention paid by the Base Nature Vercors association to the management of resources and waste on the site and to the origin of the food. From this point of view, you will certainly reduce your consumption of meat and thus your impact on the planet. Lovers of outdoor life, this workcamp is made for you

Location and leisure

Located in the heart of the Vercors Regional Natural Park, the Base Nature Vercors is located a few kilometers from the center of Vassieux-en-Vercors. A mountain village located at an altitude of more than 1,000m, it was a major site of the French Resistance during the Second World War. A museum dedicated to the history of the maquis will allow you to discover this part of local history. You will be able to organize numerous leisure activities and discoveries with the association s animators: hiking, collective games, visits to local producers, visits to a recycling center.The Base Nature Vercors website will give you an overview of the place and the local activities: https://basenaturevercors.org/

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Located in the Vercors, the association Base Nature Vercors wishes to allow everyone to discover life in the wild. Base Nature Vercors is a Drome-based association located in the Vercors region. It is a place of initiation to the biosphere and to renewable energies. In parallel to the animations of discovery and protection of the environment, the association sets up workshops, which then become educational means to reach their objectives. Since 2011, the association has been hosting international youth volunteer workcamps. English will be your common language.

Directions to meeting point

Meeting point at Vassieux en VercorsFrom Lyon, take a train to Valence TGV station, then a bus to La Chapelle en Vercors.For more information on train timetables: http://www.voyages-sncf.com/See Line 5 Valence tgv - la chapelle en Vercors

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Sustainable Development Goals

Quality Education Gender Equality
France France: UNLEASH THE ROHIRIM INSIDE YOU (CONCF-3512)

Dates

16/07/2025   -   30/07/2025

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Age
15 - 17
Max number of volunteers
10
Still room for
2
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Nearest airport
Rennes (RNS)
Nearest bus/train station
PONTIVY bus station
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Work

Come and live an exhilarating adventure by participating in a renovation project in the heart of Brittany! The town of Rohan welcomes you for its first international project and needs you to enhance the chapel of Saint-Gouvry! You will work on the renovation of the chapel's surrounding walls. This will be an opportunity for you to learn traditional masonry techniques, but also to meet unforgettable people, and to discover a little green paradise that runs along the Nantes-Brest canal.

Accomodation and food

You will be accommodated in tents (provided by Concordia), at the Val d'Oust campsite which is a 5-minute walk from the site! Group life will be organized nearby in a room made available to the group. You will share the various group tasks and group activities. Together, you will participate in organizing group life (cleaning, activities, etc.) and in preparing meals, in turn, using products that you will purchase nearby. The facilitators will have a budget dedicated to covering these expenses, but you will be in charge of preparing the menus and doing your shopping. A vegetarian diet with local and seasonal products will be favored. This while respecting the participants' diets and discovering local cuisines.

Location and leisure

Rohan is a small piece of Brittany close to the city of Pontivy, sub-prefecture of Morbihan. The municipality is crossed by the Nantes-Brest canal where you can take beautiful bike rides.

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The elected officials of the municipality are very invested in the subject of youth and culture. They are delighted to welcome a group of young internationals to animate their territory for this first project with Concordia. The idea of ​​the municipality is that the group can have many contacts with the young people of the area but also with the inhabitants! Prepare yourself for great meetings!

Directions to meeting point

The meeting point is set at the PONTIVY bus station on July 16th in the late afternoon.

The exact meeting time will be communicated with the road map, sent at the latest 4 weeks before the start of the work.

Several trains leave from PARIS Montparnasse station to RENNES. The journey takes about 2 hours. You will then need to take a TER BreizhGo coach which will take you to your destination, to Pontivy.
Train reservations are possible approximately 4 months before departure on the SNCF website, link below: https://www.sncf-connect.com/

You can find the timetables for Breizh Go buses to Pontivy here: https://www.breizhgo.bzh/se-deplacer-en-bretagne/se-deplacer-en-car/interdepartementales

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

This first journey is the first stage of the adventure, make sure to enjoy it!

Additional comments

Whatever the season in Brittany, you should bring at least one warm outfit (trousers, sweater, socks, closed shoes, rain gear) and one light outfit (skirt or shorts, t-shirt, open shoes). They say here that there can be 4 seasons in one day!

Also, remember to take gloves, clothes and shoes for work as well as a swimsuit for swimming activities. The nights can be cool, bring a good warm sleeping bag as well as an insulating ground mat.

You can also bring recipes from your country/region, musical instruments and games. Don't hesitate to share your culture as much as possible with the other members of the group!

The last day is dedicated to departure, generally 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 arise on the project, volunteers will have to pay for them, and will then be reimbursed once back in their home country.

France France: Redonne vie à la forteresse de Montaigu-le-Blin 3 - Bring the medieval fortress back to life 3 (ANEC11)

Dates

23/07/2025   -   06/08/2025

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Age
14 - 17
Max number of volunteers
14
Still room for
1
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 troisième 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 third 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 - 23/07/25 - 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: Preserving the Hôtellerie stone wall (SJ/TEEN44)

Dates

24/07/2025   -   07/08/2025

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USD 890 i Fee is paid in two installments:

USD 595 to be paid now.
EUR 250 is to be paid after acceptance.

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Age
15 - 17
Max number of volunteers
12
Still room for
0 Male + 3 Female
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Nearest airport
Marseille (MRS)
Nearest bus/train station
Lus-La-Croix-Haute (26620) and Veynes-Dévoluy (05400)
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Work

You will be working on the preservation of the south facade of the Hôtellerie building, in the hamlet of Vaunières. This stone façade is currently covered with a layer of insulation and a really damaged finish. The first phase of work will therefore involve removing the insulation to reveal the ancient masonry. Next, you will repoint the stones with mortar, and then apply the bonding plaster. A local expert will guide you through the various phases of the project. Some activities involve working on scaffolding. Each day, two members of the group will take turns preparing meals for the team; the menu will be defined in advance. You'll work on-site during the morning, Monday to Friday.
Generally speaking, the work involves masonry, preparing tools and meals, as well as organizing and setting up community life.

Accomodation and food

We host you in the hamlet of Vaunières, at an altitude of 1170 meters. You will be accommodated in individual tents, kitchen, dry toilets, and showers will be at your disposal.
Here, we take care with our food to reduce our environmental impact: we eat locally 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. We organize shopping trips once or twice a week. Once or twice for weeks, we organize shopping trips using the vehicles provided on-site.

Location and leisure

You will be in an exceptional location to discover the pleasures of hiking in the mountains, wandering near rivers and lakes, enjoying local markets, and festive evenings organized in the surrounding villages (according to the program). Discover this place in the company of a group of international volunteers who will enrich your experience. Here, you will be the protagonist of your stay: you will organize your own free time and benefit from the support of our staff.

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At the heart of an impressive mountain cirque in the French Alps, the hamlet of Vaunières sits on a vast, gently sloping plain. Large stone buildings nestled between meadows and forests... But this village is not like the others! Purchased as a ruin in the 60s by the Les Villages des Jeunes association, the site is now completely renewed, bustling with life thanks to the many events that take place here and the many local and international connections. Vaunières is a place to meet, to work; to enjoy the peace of the mountains, and the dynamism of the area. Today, the site lives and breathes thanks to a team of employees working on the maintenance of the site, volunteers, tourists, hikers, and aficionados. Roll up your sleeves and join us on-site and in our collective life spaces.

Directions to meeting point

Shuttle bus to Vaunières hamlet from Veynes-Dévoluy or Lus-La-Croix-Haute train station. See you on July 24, 2025, from 3 pm.

Sustainable Development Goals

Responsible Consumption and Production
France France: DREAM MAKEOVER : BRING THE CHAPELS BACK TO LIFE (CONCF-8014)

Dates

01/08/2025   -   22/08/2025

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USD 890 i Fee is paid in two installments:

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Age
15 - 17
Max number of volunteers
16
Still room for
0 Male + 3 Female
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Nearest airport
Paris (CDG)
Nearest bus/train station
From PARIS, regular trains (around 1 per hour) leave from the Gare du Nord train station for Amiens train station (1 hour trip). From BEAUVAIS, a 1€ bus is available from the airport to the Amiens Train station.
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Work

Discover the town of Bernaville and contribute to a renovation project for the town’s two small chapels!

On the agenda: removing roots damaging the structure, repointing damaged sections, repairing wooden doors, as well as sanding and cleaning. You’ll learn a variety of different techniques throughout the project. A rewarding experience blending craftsmanship, creativity, and intercultural exchanges!

Accomodation and food

You’ll stay in tents in the garden of the local daily centre, known as “l’Usine,” where a large communal tent (marabout) will be set up as a living space with a dining area. Sanitary facilities, including showers provided by local sports clubs, will be available in the main building.
Collective living will be at the heart of this experience: you’ll share daily tasks and prepare meals together. The animation team will manage a budget, and you’ll take part in shopping and cooking, prioritizing healthy and locally sourced products.

Location and leisure

Bernaville is situated in the heart of the Picardy countryside, approximately 30 km from Amiens and its famous hortillonnages (floating gardens). The region offers a peaceful and green setting, perfect for hiking or cycling. Volunteers will also have the chance to explore nearby towns like Abbeville, Saint-Valery-sur-Somme, and the Bay of Somme, one of France’s most beautiful natural sites.
In August, there will be plenty of activities to enjoy, including local markets, summer festivals, and cultural events. With the animation team, you can organize trips to discover these local treasures while also enjoying moments of relaxation and sharing. Bernaville and its surroundings offer the perfect balance between cultural immersion, historical heritage, and nature-based leisure.

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The town of Bernaville, located in the Somme, is a long-standing partner of Concordia. The municipality is always dedicated to welcoming volunteers, ensuring a warm and enriching stay, filled with intercultural exchanges and a true spirit of cooperation.

You’ll have the opportunity to meet the youth of the animation center, who will help on the workcamp some days, and with whom some activities will be shared.

Directions to meeting point

The meeting is planned at the train station of Amiens on August 1st, at the end of the day. The exact time of the meeting will be communicated with the info sheet, sent at least 4 weeks before the beginning of the workcamp.

Additional comments

Please bring good shoes, working clothes and a swimsuit. As nights can be quite cold,
remember also to bring warm clothes, a sleeping bag and a mattress for more comfort. Tents will be provided. You can also bring traditional recipes from your home country/region, music instruments and games.
Foreigners from 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 arise on the project, volunteers will have to pay for it, and will then be reimbursed once back in their home country.

Requirements

Please bring good shoes, working clothes and a swimsuit. As nights can be quite cold,
remember also to bring warm clothes, a sleeping bag and a mattress for more comfort. Tents will be provided. You can also bring traditional recipes from your home country/region, music instruments and games.
Foreigners from 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 arise on the project, volunteers will have to pay for it, and will then be reimbursed once back in their home country.

Sustainable Development Goals

Sustainable Cities and Communities
France France: Voyage dans la nature à travers l'Art - Journey into nature through art (ANEC12)

Dates

01/08/2025   -   15/08/2025

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USD 890 i Fee is paid in two installments:

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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
12
Still room for
2
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Nearest airport
Paris (ORY)
Nearest bus/train station
Dourdan train station
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Work

Classée Maison des Illustres, la Maison Elsa Triolet est un havre de paix qui nous plonge dans l’univers des poètes tout en mettant à l’honneur de nombreux artistes contemporains. Leurs œuvres sont exposées aussi bien dans le musée que dans l’ensemble du parc. Chaque année, ce lieu accueille un grand nombre de visiteurs. Grâce à l’engagement des bénévoles, de nouveaux espaces d’exposition ont vu le jour, ainsi que des aménagements destinés à améliorer l’accueil du public.
En équipe, vous contribuerez à :
Repeindre le bal parquet qui a été rénové par les bénévoles des chantiers précédents
Créer un nouveau massif fleuri, afin d’embellir le parc et d’offrir un espace propice à la biodiversité.
Ce projet évoluera en fonction des besoins de l'association et des idées de chacun·e. Une belle occasion de mettre la main à la pâte dans un cadre inspirant et convivial !

Classified as a "House of Illustrious People," the Elsa Triolet House is a haven of peace that immerses us in the world of poets while honoring many contemporary artists. Their works are exhibited both in the museum and throughout the park. Each year, this place welcomes a large number of visitors. Thanks to the commitment of volunteers, new exhibition spaces have been created, as well as facilities designed to improve public reception.
Together with the team of volunteers, you will contribute to:
Repainting the colourful wooden building that was renovated by volunteers from the previous years.
Creating a new flower bed to embellish the park and provide a space conducive to biodiversity.
This project will evolve according to the needs of the association and the ideas of each person. A great opportunity to get involved in an inspiring and friendly setting !

Accomodation and food

Les bénévoles camperont dans le parc, en tentes individuelles. À proximité, une structure en bois appelée Bal Parquet servira de salle de rassemblement pour compléter le campement. Enfin, un appartement avec un salon, une cuisine, des toilettes et deux salles de bain sera mis à disposition.
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 !

Volunteers will camp in the park, in individual tents. Nearby, a wooden structure called the "Bal Parquet" will serve as a gathering place to complement the campsite. Finally, an apartment with a living room, a kitchen, toilets, and two bathrooms will be available.
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

Découvrez la Maison Elsa Triolet-Aragon à Saint-Arnoult-en-Yvelines, un lieu de vie et de création où se rencontrent littérature, art et histoire. Depuis plus de 10 ans, nous y organisons des chantiers bénévoles pour préserver ce cadre unique. Aux portes du Parc Naturel Régional de la Vallée de Chevreuse, explorez les forêts environnantes et des sites patrimoniaux remarquables comme les châteaux de Dourdan et de Rambouillet. Une excursion à Paris complétera ce séjour !

Discover the Elsa Triolet-Aragon House in Saint-Arnoult-en-Yvelines, a place of life and creation where literature, art and history meet. For over 10 years, we have been organising volunteering workcamps to preserve this unique setting. At the gateway to the Vallée de Chevreuse Regional Natural Park, explore the surrounding forests and remarkable heritage sites such as the castles of Dourdan and Rambouillet. A trip to Paris will complete this stay!

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Le Moulin de Villeneuve, ancienne résidence d’Elsa Triolet et Louis Aragon, est un moulin du XIIe siècle. Devenu la Maison Elsa Triolet-Aragon, il abrite un musée et des espaces d’exposition et de spectacle. Géré par une association, ce lieu perpétue la mémoire des écrivains et soutient la création contemporaine.

Discover the Elsa Triolet-Aragon House in Saint-Arnoult-en-Yvelines, a place of life and creation where literature, art and history meet. For over 10 years, we have been organising volunteering workcamps to preserve this unique setting. At the gateway to the Vallée de Chevreuse Regional Natural Park, explore the surrounding forests and remarkable heritage sites such as the castles of Dourdan and Rambouillet. A trip to Paris will complete this stay!

Directions to meeting point

Dourdan train station - 01/08/2025 - 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 tu disposes de tout le nécessaire pour être à l’aise (hébergement, repas, sécurité), et nous veillons à ton bien-être. Nous te proposons des missions accessibles avec un véritable impact pour la communauté locale.
En tant que bénévole, tu participeras 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

The accommodation and work sites are not accessible to wheelchairs

Sustainable Development Goals

Sustainable Cities and Communities Responsible Consumption and Production
France France: PRESERVE THE CASTLE (CONCF-8006)

Dates

02/08/2025   -   23/08/2025

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Fee

USD 890 i Fee is paid in two installments:

USD 595 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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Details on the project

Age
15 - 17
Max number of volunteers
12
Still room for
1 Male + 2 Female
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Nearest airport
Paris (CDG)
Nearest bus/train station
From Paris Gare du Nord, take the TGV towards Lille.
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Work

Have castles always made you dream? Get involved and come live a unique volunteering experience at the Château de Ham!
For several years, Concordia has been helping the “Association des Amis du Château de Ham” (association of the Friends of the Ham Castle) to restore the monument during international volunteer workcamps. This workcamp in the commune continues its dynamic by bringing together local teenagers and international youths, allowing exchanges and meetings to run.
This year, we will be working on landscaping and masonry, a variety of work appropriate to the history of the site. We will continue the development of the "prisoners' garden" and the consolidation of the ruins of the former German kitchen, with pointing and many other techniques to learn.
Program: learning masonry techniques and garden design, but above all international and intercultural exchanges !

Accomodation and food

Accommodation will be in collective tents, with boys and girls separated (don't forget your sleeping bag!)
A village house is at your disposal for the living space, the eating space as well as the toilets and showers. The house also has a washing machine.
You will share the various collective tasks and prepare meals together.

Location and leisure

Ham is a town of about 7,000 inhabitants located in the Hauts-de-France, in the east of the Somme, in the heart of the former Picardie region. The town is 1h30 from Paris, 1h from Amiens and 25 min from Saint-Quentin.
Because of its position during the First World War, the region hosts today many places of memory and commemoration. Other tourist attractions close to the town also reflect the history of the region, such as Péronne (25 min) with its old castle and museum, or Noyon (20 min) with its medieval historic center. A visit to the city of Compiègne (imperial city) and Amiens (capital of Picardie) are also on the program!

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Built in the 13th century, the medieval fortress is a strategic point to defend the borders during various conflicts. It evolves with time and quickly becomes a prison welcoming prisoners such as Jeanne d’Arc, or, later, Prince Louis Napoleon Bonaparte (future Napoleon III). Almost completely destroyed by the German army in 1917, it is now in a state of ruin. For more information, you can consult their website : http://chateau-de-ham.over-blog.com/
Since 1972, the Association des Amis du Château de Ham has been fighting to preserve and enhance the historical site. They host integration work sites, organize flea markets and exhibitions, and even transform the site into a theater. For several years, Concordia has been helping the association with the restoration of the monument through volunteer workcamps involving local and international youth.

Directions to meeting point

Meeting point is set at the SNCF train station of TGV haute PicardieHam, on 02/08 in the late afternoon. The exact meeting time will be communicated with the roadmap, sent no later than 4 weeks before the start of the project.

Additional comments

Please bring work clothes for the site and closed shoes. Don’t forget your sleeping bag for the tent!
Bring your bathing suit in case a swimming pool activity is planned. You can also bring specialties from your country, photos, musical instruments, in short what you like and want to share on this site, either with the local population or with the group!

Requirements

Please bring work clothes for the site and closed shoes. Don’t forget your sleeping bag for the tent!
Bring your bathing suit in case a swimming pool activity is planned. You can also bring specialties from your country, photos, musical instruments, in short what you like and want to share on this site, either with the local population or with the group!

France France: A park and a theatre for biodiversity 2 (SJ/TEEN55)

Dates

02/08/2025   -   16/08/2025

Feedback from 544 volunteers

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Environmental
2
Place(s)
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Already accepted volunteers from

Vietnam Spain Turkey France Bulgaria

Fee

USD 890 i Fee is paid in two installments:

USD 595 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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Details on the project

Age
15 - 17
Max number of volunteers
16
Still room for
2
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Nearest airport
Bordeaux (BOD)
Nearest bus/train station
Bergerac station 24100
Map

Work

Join a project alongside Bergerac Town Council, Parc de Pombonne staff and local associations to learn how to garden on living soil through experiments in the Grand Jardin and the Pépi'loc nursery. Take part in the presentation of biodiversity in the Pombonne public park. You'll be offered various ways of preserving the park's flora and fauna. Your participation will help preserve biodiversity and beautify this unique site. There are also plans to create a great treasure hunt in the Parc de Pombonne to discover the biodiversity of the species.
Alongside the Théâtre de la Gargouille, take part in workshops on the performing arts, such as theatre and circus, adding an artistic and convivial dimension to the project. Get involved in Bergerac's environment and culture and make a difference!

Accomodation and food

You will be welcomed at the Théâtre de la Gargouille. Sleeping accommodation in tents, trekking foam mattresses provided. Outdoor showers and dry toilets will be set up for you. As well as chalets for preparing meals, with a kitchen where you can take turns preparing tasty dishes.

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 organise your programme of activities with the other volunteers and the animators.

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The town of Bergerac invites you to discover the Dordogne at the heart of its international workcamp. Reflecting on the multicultural aspect of a project of young volunteers, the diversity of the actors on this project and actions will surprise all the participants. The Pombonne park, a high-quality educational, environmental center, is a place very appreciated by Bergeracois (name of the inhabitants of Bergerac), and will be a privileged meeting place between residents and volunteers. A magnificent lake in the park will offer you afternoons by the water in or on the beach. The La Gargouille theater will host you on their lands. La Gargouille is looking forward to welcoming you to his place and to making you discover it. The international project is part of this approach to make this association a space of life and an exchange for local inhabitants and people from around the world passing through the region.

Directions to meeting point

The meeting point is Bergerac station. You need to get there on 09/08 between 4pm 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.

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France France: GHOSTBUSTERS: WALL EDITION (CONCF-3109)

Dates

06/08/2025   -   21/08/2025

Feedback from 876 volunteers

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Renovation

Already accepted volunteers from

France Italy Mexico

Fee

USD 890 i Fee is paid in two installments:

USD 595 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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Details on the project

Age
15 - 17
Max number of volunteers
18
Still room for
5 Male + 4 Female
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Access with disability
Yes
Nearest airport
Toulouse (TLS)
Nearest bus/train station
AUCH Train Station
Wi-Fi
Yes
Map

Work

Come Hunt Ghosts and Rebuild the Past!

Welcome to Ornezan, in the heart of the Gers, where the adventure continues! Last summer, a first team started rebuilding the cemetery wall. Now, it's time to finish the job! That's where you come in. During this project, you’ll learn traditional masonry techniques and work with local stones to bring this wall back to life. If you're ready for the challenge, join the Ghostbusters Wall Edition adventure and leave your mark on the heritage of this welcoming and charming village!

Accomodation and food

You will be accommodated in individual tents, with access to toilets, showers and kitchen. The group will be sharing the cleaning chores and preparing meals together. The budget will be allocated to the group leader and you will participate in the grocery shopping and in the preparation of meals, prioritizing vegetarian products from the market and local producers.

Please bring your sleeping bag and mat. You will wash your clothes and other items manually. Wifi is not available, French volunteers can share their internet connections via a hotspot.

Location and leisure

Ornezan is a small village in the Gers, surrounded by rolling hills and valleys. The landscape is shaped by agriculture, with fields, lakes, and winding paths weaving between farms and forests. The Gers is a region where life moves at a slower pace, with a strong Gascon identity still alive today. You might even hear a few words of Occitan at the market or in local conversations.

Your work days will be balanced with moments of relaxation. When the summer heat peaks, you can cool off in nearby lakes. Throughout the season, numerous village festivals take place, featuring open-air meals, dances, and performances.

History enthusiasts can follow in the footsteps of pilgrims on the Camino de Santiago or explore sites like the Gallo-Roman villa of Seviac. And, of course, Gers’ gastronomy is an experience in itself! Among the local specialties, you can savor Lectoure melons, apple croustade, hearty Gascon vegetable soup, and delicious sheep and goat cheeses produced in the region.

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You’ll be the second generation of international volunteers to work in Ornezan. Last summer, the village warmly welcomed the first volunteers, turning the project into a true celebration. Locals shared their history, skills, and hospitality, creating unforgettable memories for everyone involved.

The municipality of Ornezan is proud to continue this collaboration and to welcome you for the next phase of the project. You’ll have the opportunity to meet the mayor and interact with residents in an authentic and friendly setting.

Directions to meeting point

The meeting point is AUCH Train Station on the 6th of August in the end of the afternoon. There are regular trains to AUCH from TOULOUSE Matabiau station.

From PARIS, you can take the train from Montparnasse train station to TOULOUSE Matabiau train station, regular departures are scheduled throughout the day (about every hour). The trip last for about 4.5 hours, once in TOULOUSE Matabiau train station.Trains are open to booking about 4 months before the departure dates, available on the following website: https://www.sncf-connect.com/en-en/

If you are coming by plane first, remember that you will need some time to commute from the airport to the train station, therefore we recommend that you arrive early enough for you not to rush and have a stress free travel.

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

Additional comments

Consider taking clothes and footwear for work and hiking (including rain clothes). Bring a warm sleeping bag and a good mattress, you will sleep in tents. The nights are sometimes cool and humid.. And remember to take a bathing suit in case of a possible swim. Don’t hesitate to bring home specialties, photos, games, musical instruments, etc.

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 arise on the project, volunteers will have to pay for them, and will then be reimbursed once back in their home country.

France France: BLACK CAT CREW (CONCF-3113)

Dates

06/08/2025   -   21/08/2025

Feedback from 876 volunteers

Tags

Renovation
2
Place(s)
left

Already accepted volunteers from

France Spain Czech Republic Italy

Fee

USD 890 i Fee is paid in two installments:

USD 595 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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Details on the project

Age
15 - 17
Max number of volunteers
18
Still room for
2
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Access with disability
Yes
Nearest airport
Toulouse (TLS)
Nearest bus/train station
Naucelle SNCF train station, it’s a small station served by regional TER trains. You can reach it from Toulouse, with tickets already available for booking. Carpooling via Blablacar is also an option. The station is about 1.5 km from the site.
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Work

Join the Black Cat Crew! Take part in a dry-stone walling project at Chateau du Bosc, the childhood home of the famous painter Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. This iconic Belle Epoque artist, renowned for his posters of the Chat Noir cabaret, grew up here. Now it’s your turn to leave your mark on this historic place !

Alongside other motivated young volunteers, you’ll learn how to rebuild dry-stone walls lining a hiking trail. Guided by professionals, you’ll discover an ancestral craft and help preserve this local heritage. Beyond the worksite, get ready for an unforgettable adventure! You'll dive into the castle’s unique historical and artistic vibe - making new friends, exploring the area, and enjoying the great outdoors in the heart of Aveyron.

Ready to join the Black Cat Crew? We’re waiting for you !

Accomodation and food

You will be accommodated in an individual tent, with access to toilets, shower and kitchen. The group will be sharing the cleaning chores and preparing meals together. The budget will be allocated to the group leader and you will participate in the grocery shopping and in the preparation of mostly vegetarian meals, prioritizing products from the market and local producers.

Please bring your sleeping bag and mat. You will wash your clothes and other items manually. Wi-Fi is available throughout the castle.

Location and leisure

The castle is located in Camjac, a commune in the Aveyron department, in the Occitanie region. Nestled in the heart of the Segala, 40 kilometers north of Albi, the area features rolling landscapes of meadows, forests, and rivers. You’ll have the opportunity to explore the surroundings and enjoy various leisure activities: hiking on picturesque trails, swimming in the river, discovering charming villages, and tasting local specialties. The castle itself is a must-see tourist site, attracting many visitors eager to delve into the history of Toulouse-Lautrec.

Project hosted by

This project is organized in collaboration with the Toulouse-Lautrec Institute of Bosc, an association dedicated to preserving and promoting the château. Committed to safeguarding this historic site, the institute works to share its history and highlight its cultural heritage. Thanks to its efforts, Château du Bosc remains a vibrant place, welcoming visitors, events, and initiatives like this workcamp, offering a fresh perspective on its legacy.

Directions to meeting point

The meeting point is at Naucelle SNCF train station around 6 p.m. The exact time will be confirmed in the itinerary, sent at least one month before the project begins.

Additional comments

Bring working clothes, gloves, and closed shoes. Bring a warm sleeping bag, as nights might be cold due to the altitude. To enjoy the mountains, bring your trekking shoes. For the brave ones who want to take a dip in the river, bring your swimming suit. Sunscreen is also recommended! Feel free to bring activities from home such as photos, games, musical instruments, etc.

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.