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Participate in our social activities and cultural events to gain a real impression of the French way of life in Auvergne, France

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If you are not an EU Citizen and planning to visit France to work, volunteer or study, YOU WILL NEED THE CORRECT VISA. To find out more information please contact the embassy in your home country BEFORE travelling.

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  • Description

    Description

    We live in a unique sculpture park nearby a castle in the center of France. In the 130-hectare area, in full nature, with 3 big ponds, there are still living all kinds of protected animals, for example Cistude-turtles. The french Auvergne is also the place in Europe, where most of the bat species are found.
    There is a lot to do in our large area, like gardening, support on different types of cultural events. We adapt to the individual abilities of our guests and select suitable tasks for each.And we try to have a nice time together with everybody willing to help us - and let him participate in our social activities in order to give an real impression of people and their habits in France.

    Wir leben in einem einzigartigen Skulpturenpark bei einem Schloss im Zentrum von Frankreich. In dem 130 Hektar großen Areal in voller Natur mit drei Fischteichen gibt es noch allerhand geschützte Tierarten, z.B. Cistuden-Schildkröten. Außerdem ist die Auvergne der Ort in Europa, an dem die meisten Fledermausarten zu finden sind.
    Auf unserem großen Areal gibt es natürlich immer viel zu tun, vor allem Garten- und Reinigungsarbeiten. Wir brauchen auch regelmäßig Unterstützung für die Organisation von kulturellen Events. Wir passen uns an die jeweiligen besonderen Fähigkeiten unserer Gäste an und geben ihnen die Aufgaben, die am besten zu ihnen passen. Außerdem wollen wir natürlich Spaß mit den Helfern zusammen haben und lassen sie so oft wie möglich an unseren sozialen Aktivitäten teilnehmen, damit sie einen echten Eindruck von Frankreich und seiner Lebensart bekommen.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Art Projects
    Language practice
    Light gardening
    Creative DIY projects
    Help around the house
    Light maintenance
    Help with Computers/ Internet
  • Interests

    Interests

    Culture
    Writing
    Drawing & painting
    Cooking & food
    Art & design
    Yoga / Wellness
    Nature
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    In Your time of, you can take a walk in the sculpture park, meditate, paint ... inspired by the life of a unique german artist, or a beautiful 16th-century French castle. You can swim or fish in the ponds if it is not too hot or cold, observe the animals, ride bicycles and make excursions in the surroundings.

    In der freien Zeit könnt ihr im Skulpturenpark spazieren gehen, meditieren, malen... euch von dem Lebenswerk eines einzigartigen deutschen Künstlers inspirieren lassen, oder von einem schönen französischen Schloss aus dem 16. Jahrhundert. Ihr könnt in den Teichen schwimmen oder angeln, wenn es das Wetter erlaubt, Fahrrad fahren und Ausflüge in die Umgebung machen.

  • Projects involving children

    Projects involving children

    This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

  • Help

    Help

    General work:
    - gardening
    - creative DIY projects
    - help around the house
    - help with cultural events


    Deutsche Beschreibung

    Allgemeine Arbeiten:
    - Gartenarbeiten
    - Aufräumarbeiten aller Art
    - kreative handwerkliche Arbeiten
    - Unterstützung bei kulturellen Events

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    German: Fluent
    English: Fluent
    French: Fluent

    This host offers a language exchange
    This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
    You can contact them directly for more information.

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    For adventurers there is the possibility to plant their tent with a maximum of privacy in front of the lake. Otherwise You will stay somwhere in the adjoining buildings of the castle. There You can cook, play Ping Pong, take a ride by bike and enjoy Your spare time.

    Für Abenteurer besteht die Möglichkeit, in den großen Weiten unseres Parks z.B. am Ufer des Teiches völlig ungestört zu zelten. Ansonsten quartieren wir die Workawayer in den Nebengebäuden des Schlosses ein. Sie können selber kochen, Tischtennis zu spielen, Fahrrade fahren und ihre Freizeit zu genießen.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    We speak French, German, English
    We are communicative and - I believe - quite uncomplicated people.
    We make music. We love art. Christophe, 59, has studied graphic design, can program websites and knows well with painting too. He can give good tips in all these subjects and help You with painting and drawing.
    Christine, 60, designs websites and new products, writes sometimes books and loves good cooking.
    We are very interested in international politics and business.
    We love yoga. We love art. We love difficult tasks.
    We have a son who is 22 years old now - and we love him the most.

    Wir sprechen Französisch, Deutsch, Englisch
    Wir sind kommunikativ und - ich glaube - auch recht unkomplizierte Menschen.
    Wir machen Musik. Wir lieben Kunst. Christophe, 59, hat Grafikdesign studiert, kann programmieren und kennt sich gut mit Malerei aus. Er kann gute Tips in allen diesen Fächern geben und ein wenig Mal- und Zeichenunterricht.
    Christine, 60, programmiert Websites, schreibt bisweilen Bücher, arbeitet als Produktentwicklerin und liebt es zu kochen.
    Im Übrigen interessieren wir uns sehr für internationale Politik und Wirtschaft.
    Wir lieben Yoga. Wir lieben Kunst. Wir lieben schwierige Aufgaben.
    Wir haben einen Sohn, der jetzt 22 Jahre alt ist - und ihn lieben wir am meisten.

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    There is partially Wifi in the guest rooms. The best is to bring also Your own phone/streeming connection.

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    Parking of Van for any size possible. Depending on the placement toilets are in max. 200m distance.

  • Can possibly accept pets

    Can possibly accept pets

    You can bring pets - but please present Your pet before You bring it in order to see what we can organize.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

    Flocke

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The image depicts a group of people standing in front of a body of water, with a large boat in the background, and a clear sky above. The scene appears to be a lake or river.
The image depicts an old, weathered brick building with a wooden frame and a tiled roof, situated in a grassy field on a sunny day.
The image shows a group of people working together, likely on a construction site, with a pile of dirt and debris, and a large piece of equipment in the background.
The image depicts a man standing in front of a brick building, proudly holding two large fish, with a hose and gardening tools visible in the background.
The image shows a group of people gathered around a table, engaged in a meeting or discussion, with some individuals speaking and others listening attentively. The atmosphere appears to be collaborative and focused.
The image shows a house with a large front yard and a long driveway, featuring a large tree in the center of the yard. The house is surrounded by a fence. The image is in color.
The image depicts a serene lake scene with trees lining the shore, their reflections mirrored on the calm water\'s surface, set against a bright and sunny sky.
The image depicts a woman with fair skin and blonde hair, wearing a black shirt and dangling earrings, standing in front of a speckled concrete wall.
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The image depicts a serene rural scene featuring a large stone house with a brown roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a winding dirt path leading to the entrance.
The image depicts a two-story stone house with a brown roof, featuring a patio area with a table, chairs, and lounge chairs, surrounded by a grassy yard.
The image depicts a warm and inviting kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and a dining table, featuring a brick wall and natural light pouring in through the window.

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