Welsche Mühle

Welsche Mühle is a watermill in Haaren featuring an overshot water wheel and two grinding machines for processing rye and wheat. The building accommodates up to 90 people and includes a kitchen on the ground floor along with restrooms on the first floor.

The mill was first documented in 1424 as the mill of Oberhaaren and received its current name in 1780 from owner N.C. Charlier, who came from French-speaking territory. This naming reflects the historical connections between the region and its French-speaking neighbors.

The building now serves as a venue where local people hold weddings, celebrations, and community events. It has become an important meeting point for gatherings in the surrounding area.

The site is located in the Haarbachtal recreational area and is easily accessible for day visits. Plan your visit for good weather to fully appreciate the water mill and its natural surroundings.

This is the only operational watermill remaining in the Aachen region, making it a rare example of traditional mill architecture still in use. Visitors can observe the machinery in action, offering a direct view of how grain was historically processed.

Location: Haaren

GPS coordinates: 50.79320,6.12981

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:43