Moulin Richard de Bas, Paper mill museum in Ambert, France.
The Richard de Bas mill operates water-powered machinery to transform cloth rags into handmade paper through traditional production methods from the 1300s.
This watermill started paper production in the 14th century and remained operational until 1938, before reopening as a museum through La Feuille Blanche association.
The mill produced paper for notable French publications, including the Encyclopédie by Diderot and d'Alembert in the 18th century.
Visitors can participate in paper-making workshops, explore exhibitions about paper history, and purchase handmade paper products in the on-site store.
The mill maintains its original medieval machinery and techniques, making it one of the oldest continuously operating paper production sites in Europe.
Location: Ambert
Address: Nouara, 63600 Ambert, France 63600 Ambert
Opening Hours: Monday-Saturday 14:00-18:00
Phone: +33473827550
Website: https://richarddebas.fr
GPS coordinates: 45.55048,3.77763
Latest update: July 21, 2025 09:21
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