Volunteer to help build a medieval Gothic edifice in France!

Ukraine

5

I had a great time here! Beautiful location, cool team members, and really amazing vibe in general:) It was so inspiring to see people doing something they are so passionate about! To sum up, if you want to meet amazing people, learn few new things and travel around Burgundy- this is a perfect choice. Hope to stay in touch with everyone and see how building is going! Can't wait to celebrate the grand opening of finished edifice;)

11 months ago

Australia

5

I had the best time at the organization! I felt incredibly well looked after and nurtured. There was a great diversity of tasks that allowed me to do both hands on things and more cerebral, problem solving tasks. I loved bonding with the team - Sam, Donald, Suzi and Jim - and with my fellow volunteers. We had great opportunity to be a part of the local community as well. Not only would I recommend the experience, but I am determined to come back myself. A bientôt!

11 months ago

Brazil

5

The experience of volunteering at the organization Gothic with Sam and Jim was incredible. Jim is the person who teaches us the daily work tasks, he is a very friendly, patient and cheerful person. Sam is the manager of the whole project, an incredible person with a beautiful life story and always concerned about our stay. I would definitely recommend this volunteer.

12 months ago

Brazil

5

Having participated in this project is to know that I was doing something great and being part of the Russel family's dream project. In addition, it made me learn about buildings and architecture in the medieval Gothic style. The work is very interesting, Jim (the project manager) loves explaining the techniques used and he always respected the agreed working hours. Also, Sam (the host) is an incredible person and always made me feel at home. He also took the volunteers to go out on our free days and he always has great stories to tell about his life experiences.

12 months ago

Colombia

5

The organization Gotique is an amazing experience. Sam is an excellent host, he's always making sure that we have everything we need. Susie was great as well, I had a really good time with all the activities she took us on. Jim is just great, he is a fantastic teacher. I learned a lot from him, from how to use power tools correctly to how to drive a tractor. I would recommend this experience to architects, architecture students, and anyone who enjoys building and learning. It extends your academic knowledge and tests your 3D spatial thinking by learning through doing the real job.

about 1 year ago

France

5

We were very well received. Sam listens and knows how to meet our needs. He even took us by car several times at our request!! Jim is an excellent site manager, he is very educational and always in a good mood!! And Suzi communicated her joy of living to us throughout the stay. We felt like we were in a small family for 2 weeks. We had a great stay surrounded by very inspiring people! Looking forward to coming back!!

about 1 year ago

France

5

It was a wonderful experience and I'm very happy that I participated to the organization project ! Sam and Jim are really nice and they were always attentive to me and my friends. It was my first time in this area of France and I found that the surrounding was very enjoyable (with a lot of cows) ! The amount of work was reasonable with tea time break when needed and we had a lot of free time (to go for a walk, to make a cake ...). I deeply recommend this experience !

about 1 year ago

France

5

This was one of my best experiences, Samuel and his team (Jim, Suzie, etc) were really careful, good teachers and inspiring people. I had a really good journey and I'm so happy that I contributed to this crazy project and to the happiness of these people and Donald the father of Sam! Their story is really inspiring and made myself open more. I really learned things on the construction site but also on life and people's crazy experiences! I was with two friends and we were very well received, the place is fantastic and the countryside really beautiful. We worked but it was also rejuvenating!

about 1 year ago

United Kingdom

4

I absolutely loved the hosts and the people I met. More could have been done for the dormitory but I believe this was being undertaken the day after I left. Hot water for indoor showers in the dorm and maybe a clean up. Totally blown away by the dream Donald the host and his son Sam had for their vision of the project. I would love to go back and see how they progress and would recommend anyone to visit! The problem for me was the 16 hours of travel for me. Loved the fact it was so remote too. 🌹😁🌱

10 months ago

China

5

Being a part of this project is one of the best decisions I have ever made and am proud to be the first Chinese volunteer here. Sam, a true leader, is also a man with huge wisdom and a sense of humor. He has been always patient with the volunteers both at work and in our daily lives. I managed to make mortar, build a wall with rocks, and make fire under his guidance. I have also learned a lot from Mark for example how to do carving with different tools and we had lots of fun in the archery games in which I broke the record among the volunteers. I will definitely come back sometime. Thank you!

almost 2 years ago

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