The Lassan watermill, now a local museum, takes you on a fascinating journey through the town's history and the miller's trade. Experience the historic machines and a unique exhibition of local craftsmanship.
The former Lassan watermill, an impressive building from the 19th century, tells the long history of the town of Lassan and its inhabitants. The mill was first mentioned in a document in 1410 and played an important role in the local economy. However, it fell victim to a fire in 1803 before being rebuilt on its old foundations in the 19th century. Originally, the mill was used for flour production with an overshot water wheel until around 1930, before it was converted to diesel and later electric motors. The mill was in operation until 1976 and supplied the surrounding communities.
After its closure, the building stood empty for several years until dedicated citizens took the restoration into their own hands in 1982. Thanks to these efforts, the mill was opened as a local history museum on July 9, 1988. Today, visitors can admire the preserved technical equipment, including original machines and roller mills, which provide an insight into the traditional miller's trade. In addition to the mill technology, the museum documents the history of the town of Lassan from its beginnings as a fishing settlement in the 12th century to its heyday in the 19th century, when up to 200 carpenters worked in the town. A special exhibition shows the woodworking trade between 1890 and 1910, when Lassan was famous for its carpentry. The history of fishing and the harbor is also vividly presented.
The watermill, which is a listed building, is an important testimony to the region's industrial and craft history and offers a unique opportunity to experience the town's past up close.
