The mill operates on the Jaroslavický náhon, an artificial canal dating back to the medieval period.
The structure displays a unique collection of rare 'dry' millstones used for different types of grain processing.
It is officially recognized as a National Cultural Monument of the Czech Republic.
The mill includes a rare functional arrangement of four large breastshot water wheels.
During the annual 'Mill Festival,' the mill machinery is put into full motion for public demonstrations.
The mill functioned continuously for centuries, surviving the significant socio-economic changes of the 19th and 20th centuries.
The interior retains original timber framing and ceiling structures typical of Renaissance mills in the region.
The Watermill in Slup is a Renaissance-style technical monument and a branch of the Technical Museum in Brno. It features four functional water wheels that demonstrate historical milling technology. The building originated as a multi-wheel mill on the Dyje-Svratka canal, with origins dating back to the 16th century. It served as a landmark industrial structure in South Moravia, undergoing significant reconstruction in the 1970s. The site now houses an exhibition dedicated to the evolution of milling from the Middle Ages to the early 20th century. Visitors can observe the complex system of millstones, sifting machines, and transport mechanisms. It remains one of the few places in the region where the entire technological process of grain processing is displayed in an original architectural setting. The museum grounds include outdoor spaces featuring historical farming implements and millstones.
From the opposite bank of the millrace to capture the full length of the building and all four water wheels in one frame.
Check the official website for the annual Mill Festival dates to see the wheels in full operation.
Wear comfortable, flat shoes as the building features original, uneven stone and wood flooring.
Combine your visit with a short drive to the nearby Jaroslavice Castle.
Attempting to touch or operate the historical machinery, as it is fragile and often under restoration.
Closed on Mondays; open seasonally from spring through autumn only.
