CONCF-3107A-ESC - CREATE AN OPEN AIR ECO-FRIENDLY CAFE
Concordia Midi-Pyrénées
Toulouse, France
Description
You want to contribute to the revitalization of a rural community and connect with locals? Join a team of volunteers to set up a guinguette and bring a lively meeting place to life in the heart of Gers, one of the most welcoming regions in France! In Preignan, a dynamic village surrounded by nature, you will help breathe new life into L’Hydroberge, a community café cherished by locals. The goal of this project is to transform this alternative space into a hub for connection and exchange while upholding values of inclusion, equality, and eco-responsibility. On-site, you will take part in preparing the venue for the summer season by building a pizza oven and outdoor wooden furniture. No prior experience is required—if you’ve never done masonry or carpentry before, don’t worry, everything can be learned on-site! What truly matters is your motivation and willingness to bring creativity to this project full of potential.
Accommodation, food and transport arrangements
You will sleep in individual tents (provided by Concordia) with access to sanitary facilities, showers, and a kitchen. Everyone will take turns preparing meals and managing the living space (organizing schedules, cleaning, shopping, etc.). Tasks will be shared collectively, and meals will be prepared together (mainly vegetarian). A budget will be allocated to the team leaders, and you will participate in grocery shopping, prioritizing healthy and locally sourced products. Laundry will be done by hand.
Training during the activity
During the project, you will be ambassadors of L’Hydroberge, a former mill that has become a true community hub. This café is now a cornerstone for locals, combining culture, conviviality, and creativity. Consider taking clothes and footwear suited for work and hiking (including rain clothes). Bring a warm sleeping bag and a good floor mat, tents are provided but if you want, you can bring your own tent. Don’t forget to bring a bathing suit in case you go swimming. Don’t hesitate to bring home specialties, photos, games, music instruments, etc.
Participant profile
The nearest airport: TLS in Toulouse,France The nearest terminal (train-, bus-, taxi station): AUCH train station Meeting Point and Time: The meeting point is AUCH Train Station on the 14th of May at 6 PM. There are regular trains to AUCH from TOULOUSE Matabiau station. From PARIS, you can take the train from Montparnasse train station to TOULOUSE Matabiau train station, regular departures are scheduled throughout the day (about every hour). The trip last for about 4.5 hours, once in TOULOUSE Matabiau train station.Trains are open to booking about 4 months before the departure dates, available on the following website: https://www.sncf-connect.com/en-en/ If you are coming first by plane, remember that you will need some time to commute from the airport to the train station, therefore we recommend that you arrive early enough for you not to rush and have a stress free travel. If possible, please consider using low-carbon transportation (train and bus rather than airplane) for a sustainable international workcamp.
Activity dates
From 14/05/2025 to 29/05/2025
Activity location
43 avenue de la Gloire , Toulouse, France
Activity type
Volunteering teams
Looking for participants from
Austria, Belgium, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden
Activity topics
Environment and natural protection
Deadline for applications
Application deadline: 13/05/2025 00:00