The Villar d'Arène grain mill

  • Museum
  • Local tradition
  • Arts and culture
  • Craft/Artisanat
  • Municipal museum
Elevation : 1600m
Arsine, 05480 Villar-d'Arêne
Please note that the nearest station is more than
The Villar d'Arène grain mill, the last of its time still in working order, is a long, solid building dating from the beginning of the 18th century. It still has the systems that allowed it to operate at the time.
In those days, the mill ran non-stop from October to December, and the miller had to be on hand day and night for his mill.

In fact, it's not just one mill but 3 that you'll discover on your visit. They have all been restored by Maurice Mathonnet, and still have the systems that enabled them to operate in their day.
The first two mills were powered by the tumultuous waters of the River Romanche, and the last one is a blood mill, meaning that the mill is powered by a person or an animal....

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Animals accepted
  • Accessibility
  • Accessible for wheelchairs with assistance

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  • Pets welcome

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Openings

From 1 January 2024 until 30 September 2024 - Open everyday
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From 1 June 2024 until 30 September 2025 - Open everyday
Visit by appointment.

Location

The Villar d'Arène grain mill
Elevation : 1600m
Arsine, 05480 Villar-d'Arêne
Please note that the nearest station is more than
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Environment

  • Riverside
  • Mountain view
  • Mountain location
  • Lake 5 km away
  • River 5 km away
  • Village 2 km away
  • Close to GR footpath
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