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

5.0

(127 reviews)

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: 62 travelers confirmed that this host is actively contributing to a more sustainable future for everyone!
Connect with international travelers: 102 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Connect with nature: 92 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, biodiversity, 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

Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls.

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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127 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

102 Meeting international travelers
92 Get in touch with nature
70 Practicing English
66 Immersing in the local culture
63 Meeting locals
56 Creating true social impact

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

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

Catalina

Colombia

I had an amazing experience. Every day was a new adventure and an opportunity to learn something new. I also had the chance to meet incredible people whose life stories were truly inspiring. The place itself is absolutely amazing, and at night, the sky comes alive with an incredible blanket of stars. A huge thank you to Sam, Jim, Suzie, and Donald for their incredible hospitality, guidance, support, and for making this experience so special. I'm truly grateful for everything I learned and for all the wonderful memories I'll take with me.

about 1 month ago

Ella

Argentina

Had the absolute best time at the organization Gotique! Sam, Jim and Suzie were really amazing hosts and people in general, the accommodation was comfy and the food was and kitchen were great. Such an amazing project to contribute to and learn from, cannot reccomend it more highly!

about 2 months ago

Jacob

United States

This was my first work exchange, and it was an amazing time ! It is not for those who want to party-- you will be working and getting dirty. However, there are plenty of opportunities to have fun in the local area (despite being remote) and to connect with peers.

Instead, this place shines for it's passion, leadership and growth that it shares. This project is amazing and pictures will not do the building (or it's story!) justice. It has a lot of energy and the people organizing it are so passionate about this project. But even more, they are passionate about community, and lead with love.

2 months ago

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Cole

United States

I had a great experience at the organization! I learned many things, met lots of interesting people, and had a great time. The work is interesting and engaging and it is very enjoyable to watch everything get built up and see the progress in real time. Everyone is extremely welcoming and friendly, they make you feel comfortable right from the beginning. All in all I would highly recommend the organization to anyone.

2 months ago

Nathan

United States

Participating at the organization was a wonderful experience and I would strongly recommend. As an Architecture student I went there to learn the basics of Gothic stonemasonry and carving, walking away with that and so much more. Despite not being there for very long, I gained many strong friendships and experiences. The very welcoming team there helped me quickly feel a personal connection to the project, and I would strongly recommend this experience to others.

3 months ago

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