The Water Mill at Rimetea built in 1752

The Water Mill in Rimetea

Hidden away and little known to tourists, the water mill in the village of Rimetea, located in the Apuseni Mountains, should not be missed on your list of must-visit attractions in Transylvania. The mill was built in 1752 by the local Toroczkai Klara, and it is still operational today. Its premises can be compared to a true museum: milling tools and other equipment await in their original places, just as they were left by the old millers. The water mill in Rimetea is the oldest of its kind in the Apuseni Mountains. Today, it is still occasionally used by the locals of the area.

Other Attractions in Rimetea

If you find yourself in Rimetea, don’t forget to visit the iron mines here. This way, you will learn about the history of these places and the trades passed down from generation to generation.

Unique Customs

Also in Rimetea, you can find the only family graves carved into the rock, a unique custom in Romania that dates back to the 16th century and is still preserved today!