Watermill Karoxbostel

Watermill Karoxbostel is a historic grain mill in Seevetal near the Lüneburg Heath. The building displays characteristic Lower Saxony construction with wooden elements and still operates using original milling principles.

The watermill served as an important grain processing center in the region for centuries and was recognized as a heritage monument. It documents the agricultural and craft history of northern Germany across multiple periods.

An association of 1,300 members maintains and preserves the watermill, organizing educational tours and demonstrations of historical grain processing techniques.

The mill building is accessible via cycling routes connecting See im Großen Moor and Maschener See. The best time to visit is from April to September when weather conditions are more favorable.

The building preserves original grinding equipment from before 1960, as motors and belt drives were removed. This offers a rare view of authentic milling machinery without later industrial modifications.