Kvěchův mlýn

The watermill stands on the right bank of the Lužnice River, featuring traditional Czech architecture and mechanical equipment for grain processing.

Initially named Žabkovský mill before 1550, the property was purchased by Václav Kvěch in 1606 for 450 Míšeň kop, establishing the current name.

The building represents centuries of Czech milling traditions, demonstrating the methods local communities used to process grains for their sustenance.

Modern visitors can observe both the historical milling equipment and the current hydroelectric power station, which operates with Francis and Kaplan turbines.

After surviving a fire in 1887, the mill expanded its operations by adding a sawmill in 1891, later transforming into a power generation facility.

Location: Dražice

GPS coordinates: 49.41322,14.61646

Latest update: June 3, 2025 10:05