Mills of the Tine, Open-air museum in Troistorrents, Switzerland.
The Mills of the Tine is a collection of restored buildings on steep slopes overlooking a river gorge, showcasing different trades and crafts. The site includes a miller's house, workshop spaces, an operational grain mill, and areas dedicated to other activities like metalworking and carpentry.
The complex took shape in the 15th century to meet the practical needs of surrounding communities. Over time, different workshops were added as water power proved useful for grinding grain, metalworking, and processing wood.
The site reflects the valley's tradition of harnessing water resources for survival and work. Visitors walk through spaces that show how families lived alongside these industries rather than in separate worlds.
Access to the site varies by season, with guided tours offered on certain days and times. It helps to check ahead since opening depends on weather conditions and volunteer availability.
The water powers all the functions here, not just flour milling. Visitors can see how this system allowed one community to concentrate many services in a single location.
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