Moulin de Cougnaguet

The fortified stone watermill stands on the banks of the Ouysse River, featuring defensive elements including two arrow slits on its sides.

Cistercian monks built this watermill between 1292 and 1350, and it remained under their ownership until they sold it to a private owner in 1778.

The mill contains four pairs of millstones weighing 1.5 tons each, demonstrating traditional French grain processing methods from medieval times.

Visitors can observe flour milling demonstrations and explore the facility between April and September, with varying opening hours depending on the season.

The mill entrance was protected by a ford that could be flooded by opening the sluice gates, creating an effective medieval defense system.

Location: Calès

GPS coordinates: 44.81190,1.56047

Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:57