The Genneper Watermill, located in the Gestel district along the river Dommel in the Genneper Parks, is a historical and operational monument. Still active, the mill is open to visitors on Wednesdays and Sundays from 12:00 to 16:00, and on Saturdays from 13:00 to 16:00. During these hours, a volunteer miller is ready to explain the operation of the mill, where only organic products are processed and sold.
Although the exact date of construction of the mill is unknown, the first mention of it is made in 1249. Despite the fact that the mill was destroyed during the Eighty Years’ War in 1583, it was rebuilt and put back into use four years later.
The Genneper Watermill has been immortalized by none other than Vincent van Gogh, who painted it several times. His paintings show two watermills, with the second wheel driving an oil mill. The spot where Van Gogh painted the mill can be recognized in the grass on the other side of the river.
After a restoration in 1963, during which much of the original mill was rebuilt due to severe damage, the mill was officially recognized as a national monument in 1972. In 1998 the mill was hit by a fire, after which the entire roof had to be replaced.
The Genneper Watermill is located in the beautiful surroundings of the Genneper Parks, where visitors can enjoy long walks. The tunnel under the ring road leads to the Stadswandelpark, which is connected to other parks such as the Anne Frank Plantsoen. In addition, the Genneper Parks offer access to attractions such as the Prehistoric Village and the Genneper Parks Pavilion, where you can enjoy a game of miniature golf.
Would you like to get to know the Genneper Watermill on an E-Fatbike? Then book the E-Fatbike Tour ‘Nature and Villages‘ and discover this beautiful area independently.
