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Philanthropic Institution 58120 Saint-Léger-de-Fougeret, France

5.0
(101 reviews)101

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
42 travelers confirmed that this host is actively contributing to a more sustainable future for everyone!
Connect with international travelers
78 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Connect with nature
74 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

2

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
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Availability

Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
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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101 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

  • 78 Meeting international travelers
  • 74 Get in touch with nature
  • 59 Practicing English
  • 52 Immersing in the local culture
  • 50 Meeting locals
  • 43 Creating true social impact

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 29 4. Quality education
  • 22 5. Gender equality
  • 11 3. Good health and well-being
  • 8 13. Climate action

Australia

5

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.

about 11 hours ago

United States

5

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!

about 13 hours ago

Italy

5

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!

4 days ago

Spain

5

I spent two amazing weeks volunteering at the organization, a truly inspiring and ambitious project. The dorms were comfortable, the food was excellent, and the tasks were both enjoyable and well-explained thanks to Jim, who skillfully adapted each job to everyone's abilities. In our free time, we played cards, watched movies, played guitar, went on trips to the lake and the pool, and enjoyed the stunning rural landscape. It was a truly memorable and enriching experience that I would recommend to anyone. I really hope the project keeps growing, evolving and inspiring others.

14 days ago

Germany

5

The organization was such a great experience, in which I met lots of new people with all kinds of unique and interesting stories to tell. My two weeks there were shaped by a strong sense of community and the physical work that we did felt so rewarding as you could could quickly see what you've achieved. I would definitely come again!

24 days ago

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Hosted by Sam

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