Volunteer to help build a medieval Gothic edifice in France!

Top Host: This host receives lots of worldpackers and has a high average rating, being recognized by the community as a Top Host.
Help a sustainable project: 44 travelers confirmed that this host is actively contributing to a more sustainable future for everyone!
Connect with international travelers: 81 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Connect with nature: 77 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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What you offer

30h

Hours per week: Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.

Building & Repairing: Help with a wide range of repairs or building.

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What you get

Days off per week: Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.

Shared Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.

Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.

Lunch: You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.

Dinner: You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.

Fast Internet Access: High-speed internet for you to work remotely

Dedicated Workspace: Specific space for you to work remotely

Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.

Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.

Free Tours: We’ll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!

Free Hiking Tours: We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!

Get free drinks or beverages.: Drink up! Get free and tasty drinks for yourself.

Free Parties: Get free entrance for the best parties in town.

Free Events: Get free entrance for the best events in town.

Bikes at your disposal: You can use our bikes any time you want.

Pick Up: We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.

Support: Get help from the Worldpackers support team in case you need it, at any point of your trip.

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Availability

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Stay at least: 2 weeks

Stay up to: 1 month

The Experience

We seek for volunteers to help build a medieval Gothic edifice in Burgundy using 13th-century techniques and materials. We provide food and lodging in exchange for your help 5 days a week. The benefits are using sustainable materials, learning new skills, making new friends, and lasting memories. Nonprofit eco-friendly, diversity, equity, inclusion association. Follow us on Instagram "opus.gothique" or go to our Webside www.opusgothique.fr

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Requirements

Intermediate English or Intermediate French
Between 18 and 75 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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UN Sustainable Development Goals

Join the host in pursuit of these goals and contribute to building a better and more sustainable future for all.

Good health and well-being

Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages

Gender equality

Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all.

Climate action

Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts by regulating emissions and promoting developments in renewable energy.

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104 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Philanthropic Institution

4.5

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

81 Meeting international travelers
77 Get in touch with nature
61 Practicing English
53 Immersing in the local culture
52 Meeting locals
45 Creating true social impact

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

29 4. Quality education
24 5. Gender equality
12 3. Good health and well-being
9 13. Climate action

Lilly

United States

I had such an incredible experience at the organization. Sam, Suzi and Jim were all so welcoming and went out of their way to make us volunteers feel at home no matter what obstacles we faced. The work was difficult, but rewarding — I felt myself becoming stronger with every day spent working with the rocks, and I'm so honored to know that the rocks we placed and the work we did will stand in this place for centuries to come. Donald's dedication and artistry are so inspiring! I hope I can come back to the organization and see the project continue to grow in the years to come.

about 14 hours ago

Sam replied

You’re welcome anytime!

Ilia

Russia

Unique experience! For me it was valuable that I could meet dozens of people from different countries, live, work and spend free time with them. I learned a lot of new things and it was super fun. You won't find this in ordinary trips. Thanks to Sam for organizing such a project! But be careful if you have dust allergy, the dorm is full of dust.

3 days ago

Miles

Australia

I had a brilliant time at the organization. The hosts Sam, Jim, and Suzy were generous and welcoming throughout, and it was rewarding to be part of a project that so clearly grew from personal passion. I also really liked spending time with the other volunteers and feel that I made lasting friendships with some remarkable people. The social culture was strong and enjoyable. Highly recommend.

4 days ago

Adriana

United States

This volunteering experience was incredible. The description of the volunteering was accurate, I learned new skills and met amazing volunteers from all across the world. I would recommend this experience to anyone looking to work on a unique project and gain a better understanding of the Morvan in France. A special thanks to Sam, Jim and the rest of the organization team who made me feel comfortable and at home while I was there. Looking forward to volunteer again in the future!

4 days ago

Gianmarco

Italy

It was a wonderful experience in the organization. The tasks were well explained and it was very enjoyable working together with other volunteers. Food was good and the dorms were confortable. The hosts treat very well the volunteers. A special thanks to Sam, Suzi, Jim, Donald and to all the volunteers that have shared this experience with me. I would recommend this experience to everyone. I hope to come back soon!

7 days ago

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