Moulin de la Marquise, Moulbaix

Moulin de la Marquise is a wooden post mill with large sails that rotate in the wind to power the grinding stones inside. The building stands on a sturdy base that keeps the entire structure stable while the sails turn to process different types of grain.

The mill was built in 1614 in Blicquy and moved to Moulbaix in 1747 where it operated for nearly two centuries. It stopped working in 1927 but has since been protected as a heritage structure.

The mill reflects generations of craftsmanship from the Dhaenens family, who shaped how grain milling was practiced in this region. Visitors can see this heritage in the wooden construction and the way the space still operates as a working facility.

The mill is accessible during visiting hours, and you should know that it remains an active workspace where grain processing happens. Wear comfortable shoes since you will navigate stairs and pass through narrow interior spaces.

Although the mill stopped commercial production in 1927, it was later brought back to life and now operates again in a limited capacity. This revival after decades of abandonment makes it a rare example of a craft rescued from complete extinction.