Elsloo Castle

Elsloo Castle sits on raised ground near the Meuse River and features a rectangular building with a round tower. A working water mill powered by spring water sits alongside the structure, grinding grain using traditional mechanical systems.

The original medieval fortress was destroyed in 1579 when Spanish troops burned it during the Siege of Maastricht. The building was later rebuilt and has developed into the structure visitors see today.

The mill here shows how grain was traditionally processed by hand using water power, a method that local families relied on for generations. You can observe the equipment and understand the rhythm of work that shaped life in this region for centuries.

The site operates as a hotel-restaurant complex, so parts of the grounds serve accommodation and dining purposes. Plan your visit knowing that some areas may be reserved for guests or dining service.

A spring on the property flows nonstop both day and night, powering the mill wheel that grinds the grain. This constant water supply has kept the milling operation going for centuries without interruption.