Jekerkwartier in Maastricht, Limburg, Netherlands — Northwestern Europe
De Bisschopsmolen / The Bishop’s Mill
Photographed By Andrew Ruppenstein, October 26, 2023
1. De Bisschopsmolen / The Bishop’s Mill Marker
Deze watermolen werd al in de 11de eeuw genoemd. Hij was toen in het bezit van Godfried van Bouillon, die hem aan de Luikse prins-bisschop had verpand. Na de dood van de hertog gingen zijn bezittingen over op de Luikse prins-bisschop, die samen met de Brabantse hertog het bestuur over de stad Maastricht voerde. De molen van de hertog lag stroomopwaarts aan de noordelijke Jekertak. Beide molens kwamen in het begin van de 15de eeuw in het bezit van het Gilde van de Brouwers. Alle Maastrichtse bierbrouwers werden verplicht om in één van deze molens het mout te laten malen.
Het mout vormt het belangrijkste bestanddeel voor het brouwproces. Het bestaat uit ontkiemde gerstekorrels, die boven een verwarmde vloer tot goudgele vlokken zijn gedroogd. Deze vlokken worden grof gemalen en in een watermengsel tot gisting gebracht.
De achtergevel van de Bisschopsmolen dateert uit 1609 en de twee molenmeesters die bij de herbouw betrokken waren lieten hun naam vereeuwigen op de bovendorpels van de vensters vlak boven het waterrad:
'WOLTHER VAN AUST- MVELEMEYSTER TERTYT AO 1609'
en ‘ANTHON CLOETT - MVELEMEYSTER
this page online
De Bisschopsmolen is op iedere tweede en vierde zaterdag van de maand opengesteld voor het publiek tussen 10.00 en 16.00 uur.
This watermill was mentioned in writing as early as the 11th century. It was then in the possession of Godfrey of Bouillon, who had pledged it to the Liège prince-bishop. After the duke's death his possessions went to the Liège prince-bishop, who together with Duke of Brabant conducted the government of the city of Maastricht. The Duke had a mill that was upstream on the northern branch of the Jeker river. Both mills came into the possession of the Guild of Brewers in the beginning of the 15th Century. All the beer brewers in Maastricht were required to use one of these mills to grind their malt.
Malt is the most important ingredient in the brewing process. It consists of germinated barley grains that have been dried over a heated floor into golden yellow flakes. These flakes are then coarsely ground and fermented in a water mixture.
The rear facade of the Bisschopsmolen dates from 1609 and the two mill masters who were involved in the reconstruction had their names immortalized on the lintels of the windows just above the water wheel: 'WOLTHER VAN AUST- MVELEMEYSTER TERTYT AO 1609' and ‘ANTHON CLOETT - MVELEMEYSTER TERTYT AO 1609’.
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Photographed By Andrew Ruppenstein, October 26, 2023
2. De Bisschopsmolen / The Bishop’s Mill Marker - wide view
The mill building and wheel are visible here, with the marker also visible in the lower right corner. In addition to this marker, there are two additional markers by the ANWB on the street side exterior of the mill, but with much less detail.
Erected by ANWB, VVV, Prins Bernard Fonds.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Industry & Commerce. A significant historical year for this entry is 1609.
Location. 50° 50.781′ N, 5° 41.561′ E. Marker is in Maastricht, Limburg. It is in Jekerkwartier. Marker is on Bisschopsmolengang, on the left when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: Stenenbrug 3, Maastricht, Limburg 6211 HP, Netherlands. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Huis de Ridder / House of Ridder (a few steps from this marker); Franciscanen- of Minderbroederskerk / Franciscan or “Little Brothers” Church (within shouting distance of this marker); De Waalse of Franse kerk / The Walloon or French Church (within shouting distance of this marker); Non Sum Qualis Eram (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Eerste Stadsommuring / First City Wall (about 90 meters away); Faliezustersklooster / Sisters of the Veil Convent (about 120 meters away); Waterpoort Achter de Minderbroeders / “Behind the Franciscans” Water Gate (about 120 meters away); Onze Lievevrouwebasiliek / Basilica of Our Lady (about 120 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Maastricht.
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Photographed By Andrew Ruppenstein, October 26, 2023
3. View of the Jeker, immediately downstream from the mill
Excerpt: Located in the romantic Jeker quarter, the Bisschopsmolen (Bishop's Mill) water mill is a must-see if you are visiting Maastricht. It was owned by Godfrey of Bouillon in the eleventh century AD and after his death passed into the hands of the Prince-Bishop of Liège. The Bisschopsmolengang alleyway leads you to the back of the building (wall dating from 1609), where you can view the mill’s water wheel. It's a very instagrammable spot! Just perch on a wall and enjoy a piece of vlaai (sweet tart) – which is finger food according to local custom…(Submitted on March 1, 2024.)
Credits. This page was last revised on March 1, 2024. It was originally submitted on March 1, 2024, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. This page has been viewed 44 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on March 1, 2024, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California.
