Author Archives: La Giraudiere

About La Giraudiere

The whole idea of the La Giraudiere project is for people of all backgrounds, all ages, all nationalities to have the chance to live together learn about each others lifestyle exchange their knowledge, experiences and skills whilst living and working together in France and at the same time helping, improving and adding to the Project for those to come in the future. To see the different types of volunteers work that has been done and what is still required visit our website

Volunteers hold an Open Day in La Giraudiere

On June 26th, La Giraudière held its open day. The purpose of the event was to discover all the hidden dimensions of entrepreneurship. Since last May, the association Les Amis de la Giraudière is carrying out the project ”Recognizing Young … Continue reading

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Canadian Volunteer on Sabbatical in France

Edmond came to us from Canada where he had decided to take a years sabbical from his adminstrative job. He was looking for a volunteering role in France where he could immerse himself in the French countryside and live like … Continue reading

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Vive la France: Saint-Émilion

Grapes in SW France

Is a truth universally acknowledged that every person that arrives à la France needs visiting Saint-Émilion. Situated in Nouvelle-Aquitaine department, this UNESCO’s awarded city it’s the perfect place for living your best life and to witness one of the best … Continue reading

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Live Music Brossac Lake

This summer starting on Thursday the 18th July there will be live music at Brossac lake and it starts at 21.00 h You can find more information on Brossac Facebook and you can abbout past music nights on our volunteers … Continue reading

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Volunteering Plunges Australian into Brossac Culture

Volunteering in France takes place at La Giraudière in Brossac. Shirley Lehmann took the opportunity to experience life as a local in the French countryside. During three weeks she worked as an international volunteer. Erasmus volunteers join international volunteers to … Continue reading

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