Zwalmmolen, Munkzwalm, Protected watermill in Munkzwalm, Belgium
The Zwalmmolen is a working watermill powered by the Zwalm stream, designed to process grain using multiple millstones and traditional equipment. The building contains several rooms where the grinding machinery can be seen in operation.
This mill was first documented in 1227 when it belonged to the Saint Peter's Abbey of Corbie. Over centuries it expanded to process not only grain but also flaxseed, chicory, corn, and tobacco for local industries.
The mill shows how grain milling shaped local life and trade for centuries, with its machinery reflecting craftwork passed down through generations. People in the region depended on such mills to process the crops they grew.
The site is located in Munkzwalm along the waterway and can be visited while walking through the area. It is helpful to contact ahead to learn about visiting hours or guided tours so you can plan your visit properly.
The mill complex includes an arboretum displaying different types of wood that were traditionally used in watermill construction across the region. This makes the place special for understanding both the machinery and the natural materials that built it.
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