Volunteer to help build a medieval Gothic edifice in France!

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Help a sustainable project: 30 travelers confirmed that this host is actively contributing to a more sustainable future for everyone!
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Connect with nature: 64 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Connect with international travelers: 63 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
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're looking 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 in a positive environment. Nonprofit eco-friendly association. Follow us on Instagram "opus.gothique" or go to our Webside www.opusgothique.fr

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Requirements

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

3. Good health and well-being

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

5. Gender equality

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

13. 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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86 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

64 Get in touch with nature
63 Meeting international travelers
51 Practicing English
43 Immersing in the local culture
42 Meeting locals
34 Creating true social impact

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

29 4. Quality education
11 5. Gender equality

Xin

China

I had a really good time in the organization. Donald and Sam's spirit will always encourage me in my life. The volunteers I met there are also wonderful. They are so friendly and supportive. Even though some jobs were physically demanding, girls were so powerful and did very well. I am so proud of ourselves. I also very enjoyed our lunch time every day. It was like a world food festival. We introduced our culture through food and learn from each other. Countryside life is very simple but wonderful. The toilet and shower are separated and not very convenient, but it's not a big problem.

5 months ago

Barbara

Netherlands

I thorougly enjoyed my time at the organization, an unforgettable experience. Sam, Jim and Donald did an excellent job being there for us and creating a lovely atmosphere. The tasks were diverse. As the construction season for the Gothic building came to an end, we did many other tasks. Surrounded by beautiful nature, a fantastic group of volunteers with whom the cooperation was fantastic and I had a lot of fun. Grateful for the opportunity to contribute to this beautiful project.

5 months ago

KYRIAKI

Greece

An unforgettable experience! From the day I arrived, I was in awe of Donald's creation and his persistence in following his passion each day, despite his age! Words aren't enough to fully describe how incredible Sam is, and Jim has so much knowledge and experience to share! I met the best volunteers I could imagine, and thanks to everyone's kindness and generosity, we had the best time at this beautiful site! It's an opportunity for everyone to get inspired and challenge themselves in many different ways— a safe place to grow for anyone who is still wandering. Totally recommend!

5 months ago

John

United States

It was great fun meeting the other volunteers and listening to Sam and Donald's stories. I definitely made some good memories in the canteen eating meals together and learning a few words in other languages. I expected to be working more on the stone building but we managed to be quite productive in other tasks. We built a shed, stacked firewood, and moved rocks for further work on the main project. We also had a chance to help run errands and enjoy a day trip away from work. I would highly recommend this to anyone looking to contribute to a project in a small way and meet other travelers

5 months ago

Raquel

Spain

It was inspairing and beautiful to see how one person can really make there dream come true and how others join in to help that happen. I really ejoyed forming part of this project. Thanks for everthing I learned and for the great welcoming.

5 months ago

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