Moulin à vent de Rairé, Historic windmill in Sallertaine, France
The Rairé windmill features a stone tower structure with Berton sails, positioned on a low building in the marshlands of Vendée region.
Built in 1555 as a feudal mill, the structure received an elevation upgrade in 1864 when it was equipped with mechanical sail systems.
The Burgaud family preserves traditional milling techniques, passing down their knowledge through generations of millers in the Vendée department.
The windmill welcomes visitors from May to September between 2 PM and 6 PM, except Saturdays, offering guided tours for 5 euros per adult.
Among 15,000 French windmills, the Rairé windmill stands as the only one that has operated continuously using wind power since the 16th century.
Location: Sallertaine
GPS coordinates: 46.86360,-1.97960
Latest update: March 3, 2025 14:43
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