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Mattanie
August 15, 2025
Cycling
Historical washing place – in French, this is called a lavoir. In the past, before washing machines existed, villagers used these covered basins to wash their laundry.
This is how it typically worked:
Water source: The basin was usually directly connected to a spring or stream, so fresh water constantly flowed in and dirty water drained away.
Working method: The women (often "women's work") knelt or stood at the edge of the basin and scrubbed clothes on washboards or directly on inclined stone slabs.
Soap & Ash: Homemade soap or a solution made from wood ash was used.
This is how it typically worked:
Water source: The basin was usually directly connected to a spring or stream, so fresh water constantly flowed in and dirty water drained away.
Working method: The women (often "women's work") knelt or stood at the edge of the basin and scrubbed clothes on washboards or directly on inclined stone slabs.
Soap & Ash: Homemade soap or a solution made from wood ash was used.
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•Mattanie
August 15, 2025
Cycling
It's also a lovely place to rest in the shade and cool your feet. But be careful! Due to the algae deposits, the ground is very slippery, so it's best to step in very carefully.
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