El Molinar d'Alcoi, Industrial heritage complex in Alcoy, Spain.
El Molinar d'Alcoi is an industrial complex strung along the Molinar River with stone and brick buildings designed for textile production and water-powered machinery. The site includes multiple workshops, storage areas, and water control systems that worked together as a single production network.
The buildings trace their roots to medieval times but were transformed and expanded starting in the 18th century for industrial manufacturing. This conversion marked an important moment in how European communities adapted river systems to power their factories.
The place reflects how local communities adapted to industrial production by harnessing the river's power for manufacturing. Walking through reveals how workers organized their daily routines around the water flow and factory operations.
The complex is walkable and allows visitors to examine building facades and internal structures up close from designated paths. The cooler months offer better conditions for exploring the site comfortably without excessive heat.
Restoration work preserved the original wooden trusses by installing copper panels and reinforcing the barrel vaults beneath them. This approach kept the craftsmanship visible while making the structure safer for visitors to experience.
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