Learn about the rich local Breton culture and help a family with gardening in St. Gilles les Bois, France

France

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09/07/2019
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2019

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We live near the coast, about 15 km away. Here are many activities in this landscape, from cycling to sailing, hiking and surfing. Cultural and historical Brittany is also very exciting.
You get to know the locals. You can learn the language (French). You can learn Breton dance. You see the Breton culture. You get to know artists. They get to know the local flora and fauna. They get the freshest seafood. They learn how to renovate.

Wir leben in der Nähe der Küste, ca. 15 km entfernt. Hier in dieser Landschaft sind viele Aktivitäten möglich, vom Radfahren bis Segeln, Wandern und surfen. Kulturell und historisch ist die Bretagne auch sehr spannend.
Type of help
Gardening
Cooking / shopping
Other
Help in the house
Animal care
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
You get to know the locals. You can learn the language (French). You can learn Breton dance. You see the Breton culture. You get to know artists. They get to know the local flora and fauna. They get the freshest seafood. They learn how to renovate.
Help
Gardening: Bedding digging, weeding, mowing the lawn
Help in the House

Gartenarbeit: Beet umgraben, Unkraut jäten, Rasenmähen
Languages spoken
German, French and a little bit english
Accommodation
Guest room with one double bed or a double bed in our caravan. We have also place for caravan / mobile home or a place for a tent . No smoking

Gästezimmer mit einem Doppelbett oder ein Doppelbett in unserem Wohnwagen. Wir haben auch einen Stellpaltz für Wohnwagen/Wohnmobil oder ein Platz für ein Zelt in unserem Garten. Rauchen nicht erwünscht!
What else ...
Possible activities:
Swim in the sea,
thermal baths
Walks on the sea
Walks on the seabed (low tide)
We have a tidal range of up to 10m
To go biking
horse riding
water sports
Sailing,
surfing
ruddern
paddle
White water canoeing
fishing
Visit castles
visit over 100 churches
visit old cities
laze
Learn Breton
learn French
much more
Mögliche Aktivitäten:
Im Meer baden,
Thermalbad
Wanderungen am Meer
Wanderungen auf dem Meeresboden (Ebbe)
Wir haben einen Tidenhub von bis zu 10m
Radfahren
Reiten
Wassersport
Segeln,
Surfen
Rudern
Paddel
Wildwasser Kanu fahren
Angeln
Burgen besichtigen
über 100 Kirchen besichtigen
alte Städte besichtigen
faulenzen
Bretonisch lernen
Französisch lernen
vieles mehr
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
Hours expected
Maximum 4 hours a day, 5 days a week

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Feedback left by and about host (6)

04/10/2019

Left by Workawayer (Garconita) for host

Excellent hosts.Tasks were easy and pleasant to do. Amazing opportunity to learn about Bretagne.

(Excellent )

21/08/2018

Left by Workawayer (David ) for host

Stopping off at Phil's Permaculture farm and Helen's Fantastic restaurant was an absolute Workaway culinary experience. I went for two weeks and stayed three. (I would have stayed for another season) but I wanted to travel.
These folk (as well as Jo (their son). As well as their son Are a great example of a family that have jumped onto their… read more

(Excellent )

14/08/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Leandro)

Leandro is an asset to our lives. He has worked more than he should. He learned everything very fast and well. His work was exellent. He is polite and courteous. The conversations with Him were always interesting and funny. He can come back anytime.
Astrid and René.

(Excellent )

29/07/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Jakob)

Jacob,
is a stroke of luck. He is always very friendly and always thanks. He works fast and independently. He works more than necessary. He is very strong. We wish him continued success, We would like to be here again.
Astrid and Reimund (René)

Jakob,
ist ein Glücksfall. Er ist immer sehr freundlich und bedankt sich immer. Er arbeitet schnell und… read more

(Excellent )

29/07/2018

Left by Workawayer (Jakob) for host

My stay with Astrid and Reimund was very nice. If there was anything I didn't knew or something I wanted to do they were good at helping me out.
The nature along the coast and the small villages, I got to see during my stay, was very beautiful and I enjoyed the stay vey much.

Jakob

(Excellent )

25/05/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Garconita)

Ileana was with us for 2 weeks. She is very friendly and helpful. She worked hard. She has worked more than necessary. Gladly again.
Astrid and René

(Excellent )

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