The Hydraulic Mill and Roman Aqueducts of Barbegal
La meunerie hydraulique et les aqueducs romains de Barbegal
The Hydraulic Mill and Roman Aqueducts of Barbegal are located in the commune of Fontvieille in southern France. The site features the remains of an ancient Roman water mill complex, built in the 2nd century AD, which comprised 16 water wheels distributed across eight pairs of mills.
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The Barbegal mill complex is considered one of the greatest known engineering achievements of the ancient world, serving as an industrial-scale grain mill. The aqueducts supplied water to the mill complex, highlighting Roman engineering prowess. Accessible by road, the site offers insights into Roman technological advancements and can be visited by the public.