Mrázovský mlýn Water mill

Mrázovský mlýn, located in Mrazov near Tehé in Cheb district, is a historic water mill built on the river Teplá north of the railway line. This building is part of the CHKO Slavkovský forest and protected as a real cultural monument of the Czech Republic. Its importance lies not only in its history, but also in architectural features, which represent a typical design of mills from the past.

The history of the Mrazovský mill dates back to 1741, when it was sold to premonstras from the Schwarz warm mill family. This family became the owner until the second half of the 20th century. In 1830 a significant modernization took place during which saw was added to the mill. This change reflected the need to adapt to technological progress and increase production capacity. In 1945, ownership moved to the hands of the national administrator and later the State Property, which was common to many assets after World War II. Since the 1990s the mill has been in the management of the Land Fund.

The architecture of the Mrazovský mill is characteristic of its time of origin and type of construction. The building is walled, single storey with a rectangular plan. The mills and the house are under the same roof, but dissociated. The rustic ground floor contains a hall with Prussian vaults, while the floor is divided by pilasters and has flat-ceiling rooms. The roof and shields are covered with shale, which gives the construction of a traditional look. Originally above the semi-circular glass inputs were placed flat vases which contribute to the historical character of the building.

The ownership and administration of the Mrazovský mill has undergone several changes. After the Schwarz family, who had been owners since 1741, he switched to the hands of the National Administrator and the State Farm after 1945. Since the 1990s, he's been in charge of the Land Fund. These changes reflect the wider historical events that shaped property ownership in the Czech Republic.

Among the key events in the history of the mill is the filming of the film "Ves in the Border" in 1947. Although most of the footage was recorded in nearby, already extinct Heights, Mrázovský mlýn provided an authentic environment for film production. This event highlights the cultural value and historical appearance of the building.

Today Mrázovský mlýn is in a condition that requires further maintenance and renewal. In 2008, the roof was repaired thanks to Land Fund interventions. Although most exteriors are preserved, some parts of the building require further care to be maintained for future generations.

Mrázovský mlýn is worth visiting not only as a reminder of the past, but also as a reminder of the technological and cultural development of the region. Its history and architecture offer a valuable insight into life and the work of miller workers from the past. Visiting this object offers an opportunity to appreciate not only its aesthetic value, but also the historical context in which it developed.