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O Muíño do Barreiro

LU-P-4102

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O Muíño do Barreiro

Location

  • The O Muíño do Barreiro is situated at LU-P-4102 in Escairón, Spain.

History

  • The O Muíño do Barreiro was constructed in the 18th century, reportedly serving as a watermill. Its original purpose remains unclear, but it is believed to have been used for grain milling.

Architecture

  • As a watermill, the O Muíño do Barreiro features an overshot wheel.
  • The mill's architectural style is characteristic of traditional Spanish watermills from this period.
  • The building's construction materials are not specified in available data.

Current Status and Use

  • The O Muíño do Barreiro remains standing, although its current use is unknown.
  • It does not appear to be a working mill or a museum, but rather an abandoned structure.

Location and Setting

  • The mill is situated near a water source, which powered the overshot wheel.
  • The surrounding landscape is rural, with farmland and pastures nearby.

Heritage Status and Preservation Efforts

Visiting Information

  • No information is available regarding public access to the mill.

Notable Historical Events or Famous Millers

Technical Details

  • No technical details, including the number of sails or grinding stones, are specified in available data.
Location: LU-P-4102 in Escairón, Spain. The O Muíño do Barreiro was constructed in the 18th century, reportedly serving as a watermill.

Details

NameO Muíño do Barreiro
CityEscairón
CountrySpain
Coordinates42.645264, -7.651055