Mill country

Moulin de Comprigny

Situated on an ancient Gallo-Roman site, this mill was built at the beginning of the XII^th century in the commune of Beuxes. Just 500 meters away, the Maumont spring feeds the mill, which was originally equipped with 2 spinning wheels 2.40 meters in diameter. It ceased all milling activity in 1919.

The current owner represents the 5th^e generation, and thanks to his energy and passion, he is restoring this architecture to the cachet of its beginnings. The paddle wheels will soon be turning and restore this mill to its former glory.

Built in the early 13^th century, this mill is located on an ancient Gallo-Roman site, close to the Maumont Spring which operates the mill. The paddle wheels will soon be turning again, giving it back its glory of yesteryears.

Moulin du Gué Sainte-Marie

Come and admire this pretty swing-roof mill dating from the XIX^e century. It’s one of the last mills still in operation. On site, discover the miller’s house, a traditional tufa stone dwelling.

Discover this beautiful 19^th century windmill with its roof which turns with the wind! Take a look at the miller’s house made of traditional tufa stone.

Moulin de Chollay

This pre-14^th century water mill, maintained over the years, looks to the future by using the hydraulic energy of the Dive, the river with which it lives in harmony. A “sagebien” type wheel preserves the charm of the place and drives a permanent magnet generator that produces 400 volt alternating current.

Tour with commentary, video on the work carried out, milling objects and tools.

This watermill dating back to the early 14^th century has been maintained over the years and is now focused on the future as it uses hydraulic power from the Dive, the local river. Thanks to its “Sagebien” wheel, the watermill has kept all its charm. The wheel drives a permanent magnet generator which produces 400 -volt AC.

Moulin de Puy d’Ardanne

This pretty cavier mill, whose origins date back to the 18th^th century, features exhibitions showing its operation and taking you through the various stages of its restoration. It can be admired from the Maison de Pays.

It is a beautiful 18^th century windmill, which houses exhibitions showing its operation and taking you through its renovation phases. For a better view of the windmill, park at the Maison du Tourisme en Loudunais.

Surin mill

Water mill with complete milling facility, including grinding wheel, sieve mill, converter, bag puller, water wheel and gears.

Established on 2 floors and a first floor.

17^th century water mill which still produces flour.