Formally known as ‘moulin de Maincrom’ (curved stone) the name of the field where it was constructed in the 18th century (1746). It was modernized in 1893: taken up a floor and equipped with a second pair of milling stones, a Berton system and a fantail. The last surviving example windmills of its kind in the region it continued working until the end of 1960. At this point in time it was still surrounded by pastures and fields of grain. In 2004 it was bought up by the borough of La Turballe, restored and handed over to the organization called ‘Au Gré des Vents’ which manages the heritage of La Turballe. The sails of this tower mill ceased grinding wheat and barley in 1969.
Visit of the windmill includes: a presentation about milling in La Turballe and an explanation about how a windmill works.
- • Initiatives to promote local biodiversity
• Controlling energy consumption and/or using renewable energies
• Service provider committed to an eco-responsible approach
Services
Animals not allowed
Guided visit
Booking compulsory
Average duration of the guided tour
Payment methods
Credit cards
French Bankers/Postal cheques
Holiday vouchers
Cash (payment)Groups (Max capacity)
Groups (Max capacity)
- 15 Maximum number of people
Openings
From 1 April 2026 until 31 October 2026 -
Location
Environment
Environment
- Distance from a bus stop (400m)
- Distance from the railway station (12km)
- Distance from shops or town centre (2km)
- Distance from the beaches or seaside (2km)
