The commune of Bazas wants to restore this pathway that enters the town. It is a popular route into the town for local residents, but it is now difficult for people with reduced mobility to use. It is also part of the Santiago de Compostela pilgrimage route, used by tourists who come to explore the city and its famous cathedral.
İş Tanımı
Help restore a historic cobbled path at the entrance to the town of Bazas, in the middle of the Entre-deux-Mers vineyards!
You'll start this restoration project by clearing the weeds between the stones and then repairing the joints that have been destroyed through time. The section you'll be working on corresponds to one of the historic entrances of the town, which is surrounded by walls. The path goes under a stone gate, the Porte du Gisquet. You will be supervised by a technical guide who will teach you various traditional methods.
Konaklama ve Yemek
You will be accommodated in individual tents provided by Concordia, with sanitary facilities, a kitchen and a communal living room, in the sports facilities of the town of Bazas. You will share the various collective tasks (cleaning, activities, etc.). A budget will be allocated to the group leaders, and you will help with grocery-shopping and preparing meals. We want to encourage vegetarian eating with local and seasonal products, while respecting participants' diets and discovering local cuisine together. WIFI is available.
Konum ve Serbest Zaman
Bazas is a commune in the South-West of France, in the Gironde department, set amidst vineyards. You'll have plenty of opportunity to explore the surrounding châteaux, villages and vineyards. To the north-west, around 1h30 drive away, you'll find the city of Bordeaux, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The capital of the Bazadais region and a former bishopric, it has preserved a wealth of monuments, some of which date back to the Middle Ages and are symbolized by the Saint-Jean-Baptiste cathedral.
During the summer season, the town of Bazas organizes numerous events and village festivals, which you'll have the chance to take part in. With its market, cathedral, cafés, craftsmen and narrow streets, Bazas is a lively village! There are many natural sites in the area, including spots for kayaking and canoeing.
Notlar
Bring a sleeping bag, a thick mattress, work clothes, walking shoes, warm clothing and rain gear, a torch, a swimming costume and sun cream.
If you would like to share some of your culture (recipes, traditional stories, unusual objects, music, etc.), don't hesitate to bring a small piece of your country or region in your rucksack.
