Rempart: Volunteer Workcamps

Union Rempart is divided into member associations, which organize more than 200 volunteer work camps, known as chantiers. Every year chantiers all over France draw more than 3 000 volunteers, around 25% of whom come from abroad. All chantiers benefit from the REMPART quality standard.

All programs

Countries

Requirements

Duration
  • 2 weeks or less
  • 2 weeks - 1 month
Minimum age
18
Maximum age
90
Student status required
No
Qualifications required
  • None
Languages
Language notes
Volunteer should have basic French skills.
Application process
French is the language spoken on the sites, so volunteers should have some knowledge of French in order to participate. Volunteers will need to bring their own sleeping bag and backpack. Volunteers should apply to specific work camps soon after the volunteer catalogue comes out in April. Once volunteers are accepted into a programme, they will register by submitting their registration form and supporting information to Rempart.

Pricing

Price range
  • n/a
Price includes
  • Accommodation

Organization details

Rempart is a union of 170 non-profit French organizations promoting heritage preservation. Rempart is set up to give member associations the opportunity to discuss issues and exchange experiences.

Join the Verge Community

Verge Magazine Membership


Join our community of savvy travellers and put nearly two decades of inspiring articles, authoritative information and expert advice to work for you.

Show me more > Login >

 

Travel Intelligence Bulletin

Namibia

The latest openings overseas—direct to your inbox.

Subscriber Login

About

Travel with purpose; travel for good. Articles, resources and events for ethical and meaningful travel, volunteering, working and studying abroad.

Verge believes in travel for change. International experience creates global citizens, who can change our planet for the better. This belief is at the core of everything we do.