Oberrödinghauser Hammer, Industrial heritage site in Menden, Germany.
Oberrödinghauser Hammer is a historic hammer mill located along federal road B515 in Menden that used water power to operate its machinery. The building retains two water wheels and heavy hammers that once shaped and processed metal.
The mill was founded in 1751 and operated for over 200 years before closure in 1955. During this long period, it produced various metal goods that served regional needs and markets.
The site reflects Sauerland's craft tradition and how metalworking shaped the region's identity. You can see how local artisans harnessed water power to serve markets and communities across wider areas.
The building sits directly along a federal highway and is viewable from the outside, with parking available nearby. The walking approach to the site follows a regular street and is easy to locate.
The water for the mill did not come from an ordinary stream, but from a natural spring called Hüttenspring that was specifically tapped for the facility. This water supply proved so reliable that it kept the operation running across centuries.
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