ARSIMED - Association for the Animation and Restoration of Medieval Sites

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Presentation

The ARSIMED association (Animation et Restauration de SItes MEDiévaux) was created in 1995 with a dual aim: to promote medieval craftsmanship through courses and events, and to restore the Logis de Tessé site in the commune of La Forêt de Tessé (16, Charente). After years of hard work, the dwelling is on the point of being saved.

The association offers courses, events and, above all, a state of mind.

In the heart of a charming Charente village, beginners and advanced alike can come and discover a whole world of arts and crafts, in contact with experienced professionals and enthusiasts.

Since 1995, the association has been restoring the medieval dwelling at Tessé.

By taking part in our workcamps, you'll have the opportunity to work with

  • Wood (framework, floors)
  • Stone (rubble masonry, stone cutting and laying)
  • Lime (stone laying and pointing)
  • Tiles (flat and Roman tiles).

You'll discover the different aspects of restoring old buildings and learn about traditional construction techniques.
Workcamps are supervised by professionals and knowledgeable amateurs with extensive experience of associative workcamps. No special technical knowledge is required.

Upcoming events

  1. Sunday 20 April at 16:00 to Saturday 26 April at 12:00
    Stone-cutting workshop
    Project ARSIMED 2025 MODEL SHEET
    Organised by ARSIMED - Association for the Animation and Restoration of Medieval Sites

    Accessible from age 16 Join us in restoring the logis de Tessé and discovering Charente's heritage! ARSIMED The ARSIMED association (Animation et Restauration de SItes MEDiévaux) was founded in 1995...

  1. Sunday 27 April at 16:00 to Saturday 03 May at 12:00
    Stone-cutting workshop
    Project ARSIMED 2025 MODEL SHEET
    Organised by ARSIMED - Association for the Animation and Restoration of Medieval Sites

    Accessible from age 16 Join us in restoring the logis de Tessé and discovering Charente's heritage! ARSIMED The ARSIMED association (Animation et Restauration de SItes MEDiévaux) was founded in 1995...

  1. Sunday 27 July at 10:00 to Sunday 03 August at 14:00
    Stone-cutting workshop
    Project ARSIMED 2025 MODEL SHEET
    Organised by ARSIMED - Association for the Animation and Restoration of Medieval Sites

    Accessible from age 16 Join us in restoring the logis de Tessé and discovering Charente's heritage! ARSIMED The ARSIMED association (Animation et Restauration de SItes MEDiévaux) was founded in 1995...

  1. Sunday 27 July at 16:00 to Saturday 02 August at 12:00
    Stone-cutting workshop
    Forging course April 20 to 26, 2025
    Organised by ARSIMED - Association for the Animation and Restoration of Medieval Sites

    Accessible from age 16 Join us for a Unique Forging Experience ARSIMED The ARSIMED association (Animation et Restauration de SItes MEDiévaux) was founded in 1995 with a dual aim: to promote medieval...

  1. Sunday 27 July at 16:00 to Saturday 02 August at 12:00
    Stone-cutting workshop
    Forging course April 20 to 26, 2025
    Organised by ARSIMED - Association for the Animation and Restoration of Medieval Sites

    Accessible from age 16 Join us for a Unique Forging Experience ARSIMED The ARSIMED association (Animation et Restauration de SItes MEDiévaux) was founded in 1995 with a dual aim: to promote medieval...

  1. Sunday 27 July at 16:00 to Saturday 02 August at 16:00
    Modeling workshop
    Modeling course August 3 to August 9, 2025
    Organised by ARSIMED - Association for the Animation and Restoration of Medieval Sites

    Accessible from age 16 Discover our modeling workshop! ARSIMED The ARSIMED association (Animation et Restauration de SItes MEDiévaux) was created in 1995 with a dual aim: to promote medieval...

  1. Sunday 27 July at 16:00 to Saturday 02 August at 12:00
    Stone carving workshop
    Stone Sculpture Course July 27 to August 2, 2025
    Organised by ARSIMED - Association for the Animation and Restoration of Medieval Sites

    Accessible from age 16 Discover the art of stone carving! ARSIMED The ARSIMED association (Animation et Restauration de SItes MEDiévaux) was created in 1995 with a dual aim: to promote medieval...

  1. Sunday 03 August at 10:00 to Sunday 10 August at 14:00
    Stone-cutting workshop
    Project ARSIMED 2025 MODEL SHEET
    Organised by ARSIMED - Association for the Animation and Restoration of Medieval Sites

    Accessible from age 16 Join us in restoring the logis de Tessé and discovering Charente's heritage! ARSIMED The ARSIMED association (Animation et Restauration de SItes MEDiévaux) was founded in 1995...

  1. Sunday 03 August at 16:00 to Saturday 09 August at 12:00
    Stone-cutting workshop
    Forging course July 27 to August 2, 2025
    Organised by ARSIMED - Association for the Animation and Restoration of Medieval Sites

    Accessible from age 16 Join us for a Unique Forging Experience ARSIMED The ARSIMED association (Animation et Restauration de SItes MEDiévaux) was founded in 1995 with a dual aim: to promote medieval...

  1. Sunday 03 August at 16:00 to Saturday 09 August at 12:00
    Stone carving workshop
    Herbalism course July 27 to August 2, 2025
    Organised by ARSIMED - Association for the Animation and Restoration of Medieval Sites

    Accessible from age 16 Explore the secrets of plants with our herbalism course ARSIMED The ARSIMED association (Animation et Restauration de SItes MEDiévaux) was created in 1995 with a dual aim: to...

  1. Sunday 03 August at 16:00 to Saturday 09 August at 12:00
    Stone-cutting workshop
    Stone Sculpture Course July 27 to August 2, 2025
    Organised by ARSIMED - Association for the Animation and Restoration of Medieval Sites

    Accessible from age 16 Join us for a Unique Forging Experience ARSIMED The ARSIMED association (Animation et Restauration de SItes MEDiévaux) was founded in 1995 with a dual aim: to promote medieval...

  1. Sunday 03 August at 16:00 to Saturday 09 August at 12:00
    Stone-cutting workshop
    Stone Sculpture Course July 27 to August 2, 2025
    Organised by ARSIMED - Association for the Animation and Restoration of Medieval Sites

    Accessible from age 16 Discover the art of stone carving! ARSIMED The ARSIMED association (Animation et Restauration de SItes MEDiévaux) was created in 1995 with a dual aim: to promote medieval...

  1. Sunday 03 August at 16:00 to Saturday 09 August at 12:00
    Stone carving workshop
    Stone Sculpture Course July 27 to August 2, 2025
    Organised by ARSIMED - Association for the Animation and Restoration of Medieval Sites

    Accessible from age 16 Discover the art of stone carving! ARSIMED The ARSIMED association (Animation et Restauration de SItes MEDiévaux) was created in 1995 with a dual aim: to promote medieval...

  1. Sunday 03 August at 16:00 to Saturday 09 August at 12:00
    Woodcarving workshop
    Woodcarving course August 3 to August 9, 2025
    Organised by ARSIMED - Association for the Animation and Restoration of Medieval Sites

    Accessible from age 16 Introduce yourself to the captivating art of woodcarving! ARSIMED The ARSIMED association (Animation et Restauration de SItes MEDiévaux) was created in 1995 with a dual aim: to...

  1. Sunday 10 August at 10:00 to Sunday 17 August at 14:00
    Stone-cutting workshop
    Project ARSIMED 2025 MODEL SHEET
    Organised by ARSIMED - Association for the Animation and Restoration of Medieval Sites

    Accessible from age 16 Join us in restoring the logis de Tessé and discovering Charente's heritage! ARSIMED The ARSIMED association (Animation et Restauration de SItes MEDiévaux) was founded in 1995...

  1. Sunday 10 August at 16:00 to Saturday 16 August at 12:00
    Stone-cutting workshop
    Forging course August 3 to August 9, 2025
    Organised by ARSIMED - Association for the Animation and Restoration of Medieval Sites

    Accessible from age 16 Join us for a Unique Forging Experience ARSIMED The ARSIMED association (Animation et Restauration de SItes MEDiévaux) was founded in 1995 with a dual aim: to promote medieval...

  1. Sunday 10 August at 16:00 to Saturday 16 August at 12:00
    Stone carving workshop
    Stone Sculpture August 3 to August 9, 2025
    Organised by ARSIMED - Association for the Animation and Restoration of Medieval Sites

    Accessible from age 16 Discover the art of stone carving! ARSIMED The ARSIMED association (Animation et Restauration de SItes MEDiévaux) was created in 1995 with a dual aim: to promote medieval...

  1. Sunday 10 August at 16:00 to Saturday 16 August at 12:00
    Weaving workshop
    Weaving course August 3 to August 9, 2025
    Organised by ARSIMED - Association for the Animation and Restoration of Medieval Sites

    Accessible from age 16 Let yourself be seduced by the art of weaving! ARSIMED The ARSIMED association (Animation et Restauration de SItes MEDiévaux) was created in 1995 with a dual aim: to promote...