Eco Village Châteauroux, France

4.5
(67 reviews)67

Volunteer for flower, vegetable and permaculture garden.

Help a sustainable project
55 travelers confirmed that this host is actively contributing to a more sustainable future for everyone!
High demand host
This host has received 10 applications recently. We recommend you apply for other positions too.
Connect with international travelers
58 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Connect with nature
54 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers
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What you offer

25h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Painting & Decorating
Help with painting or decorating the property facilities.
Cleaning
Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
Building & Repairing
Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
Gardening
Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
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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.
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!
Free Events
Get free entrance for the best events in town.
Yoga classes
Take free yoga classes at our place.
Permaculture Course
Take part in our Permaculture course for free.
Support
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Availability

Oct
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Stay at least
7 days
Stay up to
1 month

The Experience

For this volunteering, you do not need to have prior knowledge, just interest and desire to be in nature. Our property has a great diversity of flowers, fruits, vegetables and aromatic plants. We recommend bringing clothing that adapts to this job depending on the weather, e.g.: sun hats, waterproof boots, garden gloves. As well as a bottle to hydrate, etc...

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Requirements

  • Over 18 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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67 Reviews

4.5

Host & Team

4.5

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Eco Village

4.5

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

  • 58 Meeting international travelers
  • 54 Get in touch with nature
  • 40 Practicing English
  • 30 Meeting locals
  • 27 Immersing in the local culture
  • 23 Learning about sustainability

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 38 11. Sustainable cities and communities
  • 15 12. Responsible consumption and production
  • 14 1. No poverty
  • 6 4. Quality education
  • 6 6. Clean water and sanitation

Ghana

5

My stay at the eco village was great. I learned a great deal about the Krishna community even though I am not a member of the religion and felt welcome. Everyone was super nice and welcoming and I made amazing friends and had a good time. It felt good to be a part of the community and sing together by the bonfire. I'll forever be grateful for the experience.

27 days ago

India

5

Great experience

about 1 month ago

Brazil

5

The eco village is a great place to volunteer, especially if you are looking for nature and a quiet place. The work is mostly peaceful, but it can be more demanding when there are fewer volunteers and you should be prepared to work in the sun and heat, as there are many outdoor activities. You should also be aware that it is an isolated place and the nearest village is an hour's walk away. People always encourage you to participate in the religious events they follow at the temple, but it is really just an invitation. All in all, I had a great time there and I recommend it.

about 2 months ago

Italy

5

Overall it was a great experience :). Religion is vey present but the devotees inside the castle created a very pleasant atmosphere and always make you feel safe and listened. The tasks are quite easy, you work 5 hours in total and in the afternoon there are always many interesting activities that allow you get in contact with their culture. You also have the opportunity to meet people from all over the world, we met fantastic volunteers and a wonderful group was created.

2 months ago

Poland

5

I really loved being part of Hare Krishna community. I got to know lots about this religion: meditation, connection to a soul, new perspective of living. I could ask many questions and they were always responded with respect. I have never met so many lovely and hospitable people in one place! Even though we were in the middle of nowhere every night we were doing something interesting (in our free time) - bonfires, trips to the lake, abandoned properties etc! Food was very different from what i eat on daily basis. Some was tasty some disgusting. But you learn to appreciate everything you have:)

2 months ago

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