📝 Detailed information
🏢 About the local organisation
In visiting Domme village, you will get into in the medieval history of a village from the 13th century. Domme has the most famous panorama of Périgord region, plunging on the Dordogne River. Come and contribute in the enhancement of the village, at the foot of the famous “Porte des Tours” known for its Templars graffiti. Right under the village lies a fantastic world made of natural caves and water mirrors emphasized by surreal lighting. This year you will have to maintain an ancient cultural site right below Domme outer walls.
💼 What the programme involves
With the help of a technical facilitator, you will continue the work of safeguard of the site started a few years ago. You will have to clear the vegetation and rebuild walls made of dry stones using traditional masonry techniques along the city outer walls.
🏠 Accommodation on site
With the help of a technical facilitator, you will continue the work of safeguard of the site started a few years ago. You will have to clear the vegetation and rebuild walls made of dry stones using traditional masonry techniques along the city outer walls.
📍 About the location
Located a little over 10 Km south of Sarlat city, Domme, perched on a steep cliff, offers a plunging view on Dordogne valley. This golden walled town holds architectural gems and offers a vast gastronomical experience.
For more information, visit http://www.ot-domme.com/ and www.domme.fr
⚠️ Requirements
Rural village without a public transport system, perfect for nature lovers who are not afraid to walk a lot.
Bring a sleeping bag, working clothes, sports shoes, warm clothes as well as waterproof boots. You will be working in dense vegetation at times.
Foreigners belonging to the European Union must bring with them a personal EHIC (European Health Insurance Card), and everybody must, in any case, bring their insurance certificate. If health issues happen on the project, volunteers will have to pay for it, and then be reimbursed once back in their home country.
ℹ️ Additional information
Meeting point:
Gourdon train station
Closest airport:
Bordeaux, Toulouse or Paris.