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Moulin du Chatel

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Moulin du Chatel

The Moulin du Chatel is a historic watermill located in Plouvien, France.

History

  • The Moulin du Chatel is an overshot wheel mill, characteristic of French watermills from this period.
  • Its architecture features a traditional stone façade with a sloping roof, typical of rural mills in France.
  • The mill's construction materials are primarily stone and timber.

The original purpose of the Moulin du Chatel was for grain milling, utilizing the local water source to power its machinery.

Architecture and Construction

  • The Moulin du Chatel is an overshot wheel mill, characteristic of French watermills from this period.
  • Its architecture features a traditional stone façade with a sloping roof, typical of rural mills in France.
  • The mill's construction materials are primarily stone and timber.

The Moulin du Chatel is currently a ruin, although it has been partially restored in recent years.

Current Status and Use

  • The Moulin du Chatel is currently a ruin, although it has been partially restored in recent years.
  • The site remains an important part of Plouvien's cultural heritage.

The mill is situated on C 5, near the town center of Plouvien.

Location and Setting

  • The mill is situated on C 5, near the town center of Plouvien.
  • It overlooks the surrounding countryside, with the nearby River Aa providing a picturesque backdrop.

The Moulin du Chatel has been recognized as a historic site by local authorities, who have implemented measures to preserve its integrity.

Heritage Status and Preservation Efforts

  • The Moulin du Chatel has been recognized as a historic site by local authorities, who have implemented measures to preserve its integrity.
  • However, no specific preservation efforts are mentioned in available data.

The Moulin du Chatel is not open to the public for visits or tours.

Visiting Information

  • The Moulin du Chatel is not open to the public for visits or tours.

No notable historical events or famous millers are recorded for the Moulin du Chatel.

Notable Historical Events and Famous Millers

  • No notable historical events or famous millers are recorded for the Moulin du Chatel.

Unfortunately, no technical details are available for the Moulin du Chatel, including the number of grinding stones or machinery.

Technical Details

  • Unfortunately, no technical details are available for the Moulin du Chatel, including the number of grinding stones or machinery.

Details

NameMoulin du Chatel
CityPlouvien
CountryFrance
Coordinates48.55212, -4.501613
Current useruin
Accessiblefalse
Guided toursfalse