Mill

Fachwerkgebäude mit rotem Ziegeldach und Brücke im herbstlichen Wald bei der Ellerburger Mühle. — CC-BY-SA | Anna-Lena Rose

The historic Ellerburg mill

The Ellerburg mill is closely linked to the history of the nearby Ellerburg castle ruins. Its origins date back to the mid-16th century, making it a testimony to the region's cultural history.

First mentioned in 1566

The watermill was first mentioned in a document in 1566. At that time, it was an integral part of the so-called "Haus Viestel", which later became Ellerburg. In its function, the mill not only served to process grain, but also as a central element of the economy and supply of the time.

The current mill building from 1781

The current mill building was erected in 1781. It shows the typical robust construction of the time and has survived the centuries remarkably well.

The mill pond and the waterways of the Ellerburg

The mill pond was once part of the moats - the water-filled defensive ditches - of the Ellerburg. These moats were fed by two nearby watercourses: the Aue and the Flöte. The mill's connection to these waters underlines the thoughtful use of natural resources in the region.

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