Código:
SJ24
Disponibilidad:
Disponible
Montguyon
Francia
Fecha de inicio:
09/07/2015
Fecha de fin:
30/07/2015
Idiomas:
Inglés
Tipo de trabajo:
Edad mínima:
18
Edad máxima:
90
Plazas:
12
Descripción:
The community of Montguyon has a rich cultural history, including a castle and a church that are classified as historic monuments. This village has already welcomed several workcamps to restore the exterior facade of the presbytery next to the church. This site is regularly used by the religious community as a place of work, to host pilgrims on the path of St Jacques de Compostelle, scouts and youth groups, give refuge to people in difficulty and to welcome local activities and events. This community and its members have a great deal of experience in welcoming international visitors as they have been welcoming global artists for the last 30 years as a part of Mondiofolk, a festival of traditional songs and dances from around the world.
This workcamp is dedicated to the continuation of its predecessors’ efforts. The workcamp will ask you to remove and replace the chalk mortar joints between the stones of a part of the exterior walls, in order to reinforce and re-embellish the building. A technical expert who will introduce you to traditional restoration techniques will accompany all work.
In the presbytery
Location: Montguyon, Charente-Maritime, between Bordeaux and Angoulême
Leisure activities: you can enjoy the recreation area of the Lake of Beau Vallon: the well-maintained beach, pedal-boats and canoes await you! The fascinating local history of Montguyon is exemplified by a castle, stable and ramparts, as well as a dolmen, an ancient, single-chambered tomb, which is also known as the “covered alley of mad stones”. During the summer events, such as nightly markets, you will be able to participate in the organization of nighttime happenings, giving you the opportunity to meet the locals and taste regional specialties. Excursions to nearby towns, large cities such as Bordeaux and Angouleme, or day trips to the ocean can all be arranged. Cognac and St. Emilion, towns well-known for their wine-making traditions, are also quite close.
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Notas:
Closest train station: Montendre