Fort Vauban 1

In an idyllic setting with breathtaking views of the legendary Fort Boyard, this project invites you to participate in the renovation of Fort Vauban.

Much more than a heritage preservation project, this trip will be a powerful human experience, combining encounters, intercultural exchanges, and a shared commitment to building peace alongside the local residents.

At the mouth of the Charente, the Fouras peninsula boasts three ports and five beaches facing the Atlantic Ocean, offering a privileged natural environment where sea, nature, and history come together in harmony.

The municipality of Fouras-les-Bains and the Maison des Bateleurs – Solidarités Jeunesses association are renewing their partnership to continue passionately working on the restoration of this remarkable monument, in a spirit of solidarity, discovery and collective action.

Over eight six-hour mornings, you will help restore part of the exterior paving of Fort Vauban. No masonry skills are required: this project is open to everyone. You will have the opportunity to work in a magnificent setting, with breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean and Fort Boyard, while learning traditional restoration techniques and contributing to the preservation and enhancement of an iconic historic site.