Eifel: Entrance Technology Museum Historical Watermill Birgel

Experience the largest operating technology museum in Germany. Discover the living past in the Eifel : On selected days, the Birgel Historical Water Mill becomes a place of experience for the whole family. The Technology Museum comes to life and impressively shows how mills, motors and machines used to define everyday life. Marvel at a fully functional steam engine from 1917, a mechanical oil press that has been in operation for over 130 years, and a three-story grain mill with a water turbine. Unpacked are a historic lathe, a mustard mill, a grist mill, as well as the in-house scoop brewery and brandy distillery. Always from 11 : 00 to 16 : 00, last admission 15 : 00. Note : A varied children's programme is available for an additional fee. For example, children can bake bread, make cereal, stir mustard or press oil – all using traditional methods and under instruction.

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   Muhlen-Museum Historische Wassermuhle Birgel

   Be inspired by the impressive variety of our fully functional machines: From the majestic steam engine, built in 1917, to the mechanical oil press, which has been pressing fresh oil for over 130 years, to the three-storey grain mill, which forms the heart of the mill. Every detail tells a story of craftsmanship, inventiveness and hard work. The following highlights are included in the admission and can be admired & experienced: Steam engine Mechanical oil press Grinding wheel Mechanical lathe Mustard mill Grain mill Water turbine Grinding machine Diesel generators & engines Schöpfbrauerei Liquor distillery Children's programme bookable on site for an extra charge: (25 € per child, 8 € single price) Children's programme 1: Baking bread Children's programme 2: Making cereal Children's programme 3: Making Mustard Children's programme 4: Oil presses Children's programme 5: Burning wooden disc

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.