Sonse Watermolen, watermill in Son en Breugel, Netherlands
The Sonse Watermolen was a grain mill located near the Dommel River in Son en Breugel, powered by the flow of water. It used the force of the stream to turn large wheels that drove the grinding stones, processing grain into flour for local farmers.
The mill was built before 1340 and served local farmers for several centuries before being demolished between 1714 and 1747. Its disappearance marked the end of an era when water-powered machinery was essential to community life and food production.
The watermill was a familiar landmark for local villagers who relied on it to process their grain and support their daily work. The sound of water turning the wheels and the sight of the machinery formed part of the community's rhythm and connection to the river.
The mill no longer stands, but its former location near the Dommel River can still be found on local maps and historical records. Visitors interested in learning about it can consult historical documents and descriptions that tell how the mill operated centuries ago.
The mill was connected to local fishing rights and boundary markings, with its location serving as a reference point for land management. The term Molenrad van Son referred to a boundary marker on the river, showing how the mill played a role beyond grain production in village affairs.
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