Moulin du Rédounel
On the heights of La Couvertoirade, the Rédounel mill, built in the 17th century, watches over the medieval town and the landscapes of the Causse du Larzac.
In those days, the cereals grown on the plateau were processed here using the power of the wind. The mill was used to grind wheat for the production of flour, essential to the local diet. Over the centuries, the building gradually fell into ruin, and by the 20th century, all that remained was a tower with its roof removed, open to the winds of the plateau.
It was restored by the association "Les Amis de la Couvertoirade" and inaugurated in 2018. It's a unique monument in France, thanks to the quality of its restoration, based as closely as possible on 17th-century techniques.
Today, the Rédounel mill is back in operation. Come and discover its history, from the rebuilding of the roof to the commissioning of its wings, including the refurbishment of the interior (floor, paving, staircase) and the installation of the millstones.
On special occasions (such as Les Enfarinades), the mill's wings start turning again, and flour is once more produced, offering visitors a living insight into the skills of yesteryear. Perched high above the fortified town, it also provides a magnificent vantage point over the open landscapes of the Causse du Larzac, just a few minutes' walk from the ramparts.
