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ESC: CONCF-3101-ESC - PYRENEES MOUNTAIN HERITAGE

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About the project

ESC: CONCF-3101-ESC - PYRENEES MOUNTAIN HERITAGE

📝 Detailed information

🏢 About the local organisation

Statutory object : CONCORDIA is a non-profit organisation for Youth and Popular Education founded in 1950 with the aim to promote international exchanges of young volunteers. Concordia's objectives are : - To contribute to the animation of the social life by the participation of French and foreign volunteers in the realization of civil works of general interest. - To promote the circulation of people and ideas through international exchanges in order to develop knowledge, mutual understanding and peace. - To promote an education project, encouraging an active citizenship of people for a democratic, united and participatory society. Organization: Concordia has a national headquarters and 11 delegations spread throughout France. Concordia Midi Pyrénées is the local office in the South-Western area surrounding Toulouse. We are specialized in hosting short and long-term volunteering projects, such as : • ESC programs (youth exchanges and hosting long-term ESC volunteers) • international workcamps, • local specific youth programs, • rural development projects with local stakeholders and institutions, • awareness education workshops. As of September 2021 Concordia Midi Pyrénées is a team of about 40 active members (see attached file : map of Concordia Midi Pyrénées members).

💼 What the programme involves

Welcome to Luz-Saint-Sauveur, a mountain town surrounded by spectacular landscapes and rich in history! This spring, take part in a unique project: restoring and beautifying the surroundings of the historic center of this charming village in the heart of the Pyrenees. Guided by professionals and alongside other volunteers from around the world, you will learn traditional masonry and landscaping techniques. The town of Luz-Saint-Sauveur is committed to preserving and promoting its local heritage. For several years, it has partnered with Concordia to organize international volunteer projects aimed at restoring and maintaining the region’s historical and natural sites. The meeting point is set at the LUZ-SAINT-SAUVEUR - tourist office bus station, on the 7th of May at 6 PM.

🏠 Accommodation on site

You will be accommodated in an individual tent, with access to toilets, shower and kitchen. The group will be sharing the cleaning chores and preparing meals together. The budget will be allocated to the group leader and you will participate in the grocery shopping and in the preparation of meals, prioritizing products from the market and local producers and vegetarian meals. Please bring your sleeping bag and mat. You will wash your clothes and other items manually. Wifi is not available, French volunteers can share their internet connections via a hotspot.

🎒 Leisure activities

Nestled in a Pyrenean valley, Luz-Saint-Sauveur is a lively mountain village where tradition and heritage blend together. Its fortified Templar church and Pont Napoléon reflect its rich history, while its charming streets, small shops, and markets create a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Surrounding the village, breathtaking landscapes stretch as far as the eye can see. The Cirque de Gavarnie, with its towering cliffs and famous waterfall, is a must-see destination. Higher up, the Pic du Midi offers a stunning panoramic view of the Pyrenees, accessible by hiking or cable car.

⚠️ Requirements

The Participant profile: Bring working clothes, gloves, and closed shoes. Bring a warm sleeping bag, as nights might be cold due to the altitude. To enjoy the mountains, bring your trekking shoes. For the brave ones who want to take a dip in the river, bring your swimming suit. A sunscreen is also recommended for the ones with sensitive skins. Feel free to bring activities from home such as photos, games, musical instruments, etc.
Deadline: 07/05/2025 00:00

ℹ️ Additional information

The project is implemented under the European Solidarity Corps Programme, financed by the European Commission.
The participating organisations have to be mindful of these needs as they are responsible for providing a respectful and trusting hosting environment. At the same time, the organisations participating in the initiative devote a great deal of time, energy and resources to set up a high-quality activity; they should therefore expect that European Solidarity Corps participants show a similar level of respect for the local communities and the people that are directly concerned by the activities (https://youth.europa.eu/solidarity/mission_en).
What do we provide ?
  • Training before and after the project
  • Health insurance during your project
  • round-trip travel reimbursement
  • accommodation and food
  • pocket money
  • language course
  • Return Week-end
  • Youth Pass and SVI international Volunteer passport

Before applying for this volunteering project, you need to enroll yourself at European Solidarity Corps Platform (https://europa.eu/youth/solidarity_en) and specify your European Solidarity Corps Participant Number (PRN).
This organisation holds a European Solidarity Corps Quality Label.
Contact the ESC coordinator at +32 2 888 67 13 to get more informations.

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📅 Available sessions

FR44887

07/05/2025 → 28/05/2025

Closed
Volunteers registered 0 / 2
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Deadline: 07/05/2025

ℹ️ Key information

Age required

18–30 years old

Solidarity donation

0.00 EUR

French tax residents may be eligible for a tax reduction of up to 66% of their costs (membership, plane tickets, solidarity donation).

📍 Location

43 Av. de la Gloire, 31500 Toulouse, France

France

🌍 Location info

Local currency

Euro Member Countries (EUR / €)

Timezone

Central European Standard Time

Local time: 21:10 (12/11/2026)

✅ Features

🏠 Accommodation

Collective

🗣️ Languages spoken

English French