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Sluismolen (Leuven)
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Sluismolen

The Sluismolen is a historic watermill located in Leuven, Belgium.

Overview

  • The Sluismolen was constructed in an unknown year and has been preserved as a relic of the past. It reportedly served as a watermill, with its original purpose being grain milling.

History

The Sluismolen features a breast-shot wheel, which is characteristic of 19th-century Belgian watermills. The architectural style is typical of Flemish watermills from that era. The construction materials used include stone and brick.

Architecture

  • The mill features a breast-shot wheel, which is characteristic of 19th-century Belgian watermills.
  • The architectural style is typical of Flemish watermills from that era.
  • The construction materials used include stone and brick.

Location

The Sluismolen is situated on Sluisstraat in Leuven, Belgium. It is located near a canal, which provided the necessary water source for its operation.

Heritage Status and Preservation Efforts

  • The mill has been designated as a heritage site with a rating of 4 out of 5.
  • It is managed by OnroerendErfgoed, a Belgian organization dedicated to preserving cultural heritage sites.

Visiting Information

Visitors can access the Sluismolen's ruins, which are open to the public. However, no information is available on guided tours or specific visiting hours.

Notable Historical Events

Unfortunately, no notable historical events are recorded for this mill.

Technical Details

No technical details are available for the Sluismolen.

Credentials

50.8862145, 4.699776

Details

NameSluismolen
CityLeuven
CountryBelgium
Coordinates50.886215, 4.699776