Oven and Mill House - Ul River Park

Category: Civil Architecture > Museum

District: Aveiro > São João da Madeira > São João da Madeira > Travessas

Location

The Oven and Mill House is integrated into Rio Ul Park, an extensive green area situated in Travessas, within the locality of São João da Madeira. This complex of buildings is harmoniously set in a natural environment that highlights its proximity to the Ul River, providing a serene setting that invites visitors to experience contact with nature and the region's cultural heritage.

The Legacy of the Bread Cycle

This heritage complex, composed of the Oven House, the Threshing Floor House, and the Water Mill, offers a window into the past, illustrating the traditional bread cycle. The site preserves the memory of agricultural and artisanal activities that once shaped the life of rural communities. It is possible to observe the structures that bear witness to ancient processes, from the milling of cereals to the baking of bread, as well as other practices such as corn husking and threshing, which were essential for local subsistence.

Architecture and Rural Setting

The existing buildings (the Oven House and the Mill, along with the Threshing Floor House) exhibit architectural characteristics that reflect the typical functionality and simplicity of rural constructions. Erected to support the daily needs of the population, these traditional structures complement the landscape of Rio Ul Park, contributing to the creation of an environment that evokes the tranquility of the countryside. Their presence in the park is an invitation to contemplate the local heritage and the way of life of past generations.

License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt