Bisschopmollen

Date taken: Saturday 29th May 2004 Location: Bisschopmollengang, Maastricht, Nederland.

Latitude: 50.84635 °N, Longitude: 5.69260 °E Map

Brief description: View of the Bisschopmollen or Bishops Mill.

Situated in the old inner city of Maastricht this watermill is on the River Jeker. The milling machinery is still entirely intact. The history of the mill is reputed to go back to 1099 CE. The present building dates from the 17th century. The “Bisschopsmolengang” leads to the back of the mill, where this mill-wheel can be seen.

Camera: Nikon F60. Lens: Vivitar 19-35 mm f/ 3.5-4.5 Shutter speed: 1/125. Aperture: f/5.3

Film: Kodak TMax ISO 100.


© Steve C Thompson

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