Historic water mill Birgel – Welcome to the mill experience center
The Eifel is one of the most extraordinary landscapes in Europe. In the heart of this landscape, in the Vulkaneifel, is the historic water mill. This place, lovingly cherished by head miller Erwin and his mill team, breathes the spirit of tradition, hospitality and satisfaction.
If you quit your job at the age of 48 and plan to only do a hobby for the next 50 years, then you speak of a healthy mind and happiness. “A healthy mind” will not tire you. “Luck” is another name for willpower.
“Good luck” and many happy hours here with us
Head miller Erwin von der Mühle and his mill team
NEW from April 2025: The Technology Museum of the Historic Watermill opens its doors – Experience all our mills live in action with a great program.
Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of past technology and experience history up close! On selected days, the technology museum comes to life in our historic Birgel watermill: Discover the working steam engine, traditional grain, oil and mustard mills, children’s programs and many other exciting attractions that make the progress of bygone times tangible. Be inspired by the diversity and impressive craftsmanship!
First dates:
19.04.2025 (Easter Saturday)
24.04.2025 (Thursday)
08.06.2025 (Pentecost Sunday)
09.06.2025 (Whit Monday)
Carnival arrangement in the historic watermill
February 16 – 18, 2025
The special and atmospheric carnival highlight: Celebrate with us “like in the old days” – without “Jedöns”!
What you can expect:
The atmospheric “KeeJedöns” carnival session with traditional carnival speeches, well-known carnival songs that everyone can sing along to and the great SV Oberkyll dance guard.
Our all-round carefree package
- 2 nights in the festive atmosphere of the mill, Incl. rich breakfast.
- A 2-course menu and a festive 4-course menu, lovingly prepared with regional ingredients.
- Carnival session “Kee Jedöns”: humorous speakers, timeless songs and an ambience reminiscent of the good old carnival days.
Price per person: 139,00 €
Reservations can be made via our contact form or by telephone on +49 6597 92820.
Season 2025 – We are open!
NEW: Breakfast buffet – every Sunday & public holiday
20,50 € p.p. incl. a glass of sparkling wine
From Easter, we are expanding our offer and welcome you to a special breakfast experience in our ballroom every Sunday and public holiday. For day guests, we open the doors to an exclusive breakfast buffet that leaves nothing to be desired. Please register in advance to secure your place. We welcome you between 8:30 am and 11 am at the latest for the last stop.
Eifel pamper weekend
An extraordinary weekend package including an overnight stay in our romantic mill, the Kölsche Mühlenabend with a 3.5-hour program and our legendary jazz brunch on Sunday.
Starting on Friday at 2 pm, you will experience an unforgettable weekend where you can be pampered all around by us.
For more information click here.
Overall program 2025
All dates & events for the new year in the Historic Watermill Birgel, you can now find in our program booklet 2025 for download (PDF).
You will also find all the information on our website in the next few days.
Sightseeing flight over the Historic Water Mill Birgel
Now new: Brewing beer with Erwin
Learn everything from A-Z you need to know about brewing beer
The brewing plant of the head miller Erwin is the latest addition to the historic mill site and was reconstructed by himself according to old conditions. Brewing beer involves manual labor during mashing and lautering, as there are no agitators or pumps. The most difficult part is maintaining the temperature in the wood-fired brewing kettle. Be a brewing assistant and let yourself be taken back to the good old days of the purity law.
Now available in the online store & Mühlenlädchen:
The culinary gift box service
We give you great gift ideas!
There are endless occasions and opportunities to give joy and recognition to life partners, friends, relatives, neighbors, acquaintances or business partners with a special and high-quality gift. Especially great is the joy of the recipient, if the gift is something SPECIAL. And that’s where our unique gift boxes, filled with the finest specialties from the mill, come in. For any occasion. For every taste.
Inn to the sawmill
Opening hours Monday-Thursday 17:30 – 22:00 Friday & Saturday 11:30 – 22:00 Sunday 11:30 – 20:30 Monday to Thursday (for groups of 20 people or more): 12:00 – 22:00 |
Kitchen (taking orders) Monday to Thursday 6.00 – 9.00 pm Friday & Saturday 12.00 – 2.30 pm & 6.00 – 9.00 pm Sunday 12.00 – 2.30 pm & 5.30 – 7.30 pm Reservations on +49 6597 92820 More info |
Beer garden & brewery restaurant
Beer garden & brewery restaurant: Daily from 11:30 am to 10:00 pm Reservation under+49 6597 9230993Moreinfo |
Online Shop – Experience the pleasure of the Historic Water Mill at home!
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mustard
Historic mustard
5,40 € – 8,30 €60,00 € – 43,68 € / l
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liqueur
Sloe liqueur
4,60 € – 16,30 €115,00 € – 32,60 € / l
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liqueur
Peach Liqueur – Vineyard Peach
4,60 € – 16,30 €115,00 € – 32,60 € / l
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liqueur
Plansifter herbal liqueur
4,60 € – 16,30 €115,00 € – 32,60 € / l
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mustard
Sweet mustard – historical honey mustard
5,40 € – 8,30 €60,00 € – 43,68 € / l
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mustard
Champagne and cassis mustard
5,40 € – 8,30 €60,00 € – 43,68 € / l
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mustard
Garlic mustard
5,40 € – 8,30 €60,00 € – 43,68 € / l
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sausage
Liver sausage – Eifler Gutsleberwurst
5,90 €19,67 € / kg
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liqueur
Hazelnut liqueur
19,40 €38,80 € / l
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mustard, Sale, Mustard flour
Make the mustard promotional package yourself
Original price was: 17,10 €.16,20 €Current price is: 16,20 €.28,50 €27,00 € / kgincl. VAT
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