Outdoor Crafts & Mill Tours at Moulin de l'Epinay
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all ages; no special fitness required
Overview
Join a hands-on windmill-building workshop at Moulin de l'Epinay and get a glimpse into historic milling. Perfect for families and craft lovers, this outdoor experience combines education and creativity.
Atelier Apprenti Constructeur de Moulin
Idéal pour les enfants • Apprendre en s'amusant • Tout âges
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About This Adventure
Join us every Thursday during the February, Easter, and Toussaint holidays for a hands-on workshop where you can craft your own wooden windmill model! Paint it to your liking and take it home. Enjoy a guided tour of the mill before the workshop, learning about windmill mechanics and flour production.
Description
Tous les jeudis à 10h et 14h, pendant les vacances de février, Pâques et la Toussaint devient un apprenti amoulageur et fabrique toi-même la maquette en bois de notre moulin à vent ! Tu pourras la peindre à ton goût et la ramener chez toi. L’occasion de partager un moment convivial tout en apprenant les mécanismes d’un moulin à vent ainsi que les techniques de fabrication de la farine.
/!\La visite guidée du Moulin se réalise avant l'atelier.
Durée
Atelier uniquement : 1h15 Atelier avec visite guidée : 2h15.
Les enfants mineurs doivent obligatoirement être accompagnés d'un adulte.
La réservation en ligne peut impliquer des frais. Billet non remboursable une fois la réservation faite en ligne.
Adventure Tips
Arrive early for the guided tour
Join the tour before the workshop to learn about the mill's history and mechanics.
Wear comfortable clothing
Since you'll be working with wood and paint outdoors, dress in clothes you don’t mind getting a little muddy.
Book in advance
These workshops fill up quickly during holiday weeks, so reserve your spot early.
Bring a camera or smartphone
Capture your personal windmill model and the mill visit scene.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- European hedgehog
- Barn owl
History
The Moulin de l'Epinay dates back to the 18th century, originally built to grind local grains. It has been preserved as a cultural monument and functioning mill for educational purposes.
Conservation
The site emphasizes sustainable practices, including use of eco-friendly paints and preserving the natural environment around the mill.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Comfortable clothing
Wear weather-appropriate clothes that you don’t mind getting paint or wood dust on.
spring;summer;fall;winter specific
Closed-toe shoes
Protect your feet during the woodworking activities.
Weather-appropriate outerwear
Be prepared for outdoor conditions during the mill tour and workshop.
spring;fall;winter specific
Camera or smartphone
Capture memorable moments of your windmill creation and the historic mill.