MOULIN DU CHAMP DE LA TRUIE
The only remaining mill of the 12 windmills in Nalliers, it has been restored to its original glory. It can be visited by prior arrangement or at special events. Visible from the road. An unusual visit to the Marais Poitevin, between Fontenay le Comte and Luçon. Marais poitevin: wet marshland
Description
Limestone tower mill. It dates from the second half of the 19th century. It had a chestnut roof.
On the first floor, there is a pair of recent millstones measuring 1.2 m in diameter.
- The tower was completely restored in December 2007.
- The roof was blown off during the storm of 1999, and has now been reinstalled, along with the interior mechanism.
- The framework was completed during the winter of 2009/2010 and the roof covered with chestnut shingles, laid one by one.
A miller's house with a bread oven has been built nearby!
There were 18 mills in Nalliers and Mouzeuil St Martin in the 19th century.
Visits by prior arrangement and during special events.
- Types : historic site and monument
Activities
- Specific themed events
Location
Visit
- Information board languages : French
Visits languages
- French
Individual
Groups
Prices / opening times
Free