The Plaz Mill in Aprica

The Plaz Mill (Mulì di Plaz) is an old mill consisting of two very similar buildings made of stone masonry and built near the Aprica stream, which provides its motive power.

The 'main building definitely predates 1816, while the second was probably built during the 14th century. The mill permanently ceased operation in 1977.

After its abandonment, the Plaz Mill was found to be inoperable and unusable due to moisture from the soil and the few maintenance operations carried out over the years. The reclamation project involved the redevelopment of the mill and surrounding land so as to create a theme park that allows for the recovery of the cultural authenticity of the mountains and the Orobie Valtellinesi.

In the area adjacent to the mill, a course of cultivation of ancient Valtellina grains (buckwheat, barley and rye) was started to preserve a quality presidium. The setting up of a small exhibition of documents and tools related to cultivation and the possibility to visit the mill allow to know a historical and cultural reality many times forgotten.

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