Mill Park

Category: Nature > Park

District: Aveiro > Mealhada > Vacariça > Parque dos Moinhos

Location

The Parque dos Moinhos (Mills Park) is located in the village of Vacariça, part of the municipality of Mealhada, and is situated within an urban area of the same name, "Parque dos Moinhos". This green space is located next to a stream, offering a serene and natural environment that harmonizes with the local surroundings. It is an accessible spot, ideal for those seeking a connection with nature and heritage.

The Mills and Their History

The central element of this park is the collection of water mills, carefully restored, which tell the story of cereal grinding in the region. These mills, once essential to the life of local communities, have been restored to allow for a clear understanding of their traditional operation. They represent a valuable testament to popular engineering and the importance of water in the agrarian economy of the past.

Natural and Recreational Environment

With an area of approximately six thousand square meters, Parque dos Moinhos offers a vast leisure space surrounded by a diversity of trees and shrubs. There are several paths that invite peaceful walks in contact with nature. For outdoor gatherings, the park offers picnic areas. Families with children will also find a dedicated space for youngsters, designed for their enjoyment.

Memory of Traditions

The park serves as a place for the preservation and sharing of ancestral knowledge. Over time, demonstrations of the cereal grinding process and traditional bread making have been recreated here, often using the existing wood-fired oven. These initiatives allow visitors an authentic contact with the practices of yesteryear, enriching the experience of those who pass through this place with a glimpse into traditional daily life.

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