About Us
Enjoy!
How lovely that you are here. You are the reason we exist. Because at Brasserie De Muldermolen everything revolves around meeting, tasting and enjoying — in the heart of a unique setting, carried by the warmth of a true family business.
Whoever arrives with us feels it immediately: the calm of the Limburg hill country. The Geleenbeek babbles, the kingfisher whistles, the old Muldermolen tells stories from times gone by. And precisely that setting inspires us daily. Each season colours the landscape differently — and you see it back on your plate.
Family Brouns
We are a family business. That means with us you are not just a guest, but a little part of our home.
The values we received from our parents and grandparents — working hard, welcoming warmly, being honest — still form our moral compass. And meanwhile the next generation is already preparing to take over the torch one day.
"Working hard together, laughing together, and above all keeping going together, even when it is difficult — that is family."
YEARS
In March 2026 we proudly celebrate our 10th anniversary — a special milestone we could never have reached without our guests.
2016 — 2026
The Mystery of the Muldermolen
From old watermill to modern Brasserie and Bed & Breakfast.
The old Muldermolen
Centuries ago the original Muldermolen stood on the banks of the Geleenbeek. The flowing water drove the wheel that milled grain for the farmers of the land. After the Second World War the surroundings changed abruptly: due to high water the mill was completely flooded and stood under water for a long time up to the gutter. Nature won over man and the mill was demolished.
The new Muldermolen
Because the importance of a mill remained great, it was decided to build anew — no longer on the original location, but on a higher, drier plot. The new Muldermolen came into being with a striking difference: no water wheel anymore, but a diesel aggregate that drove the millstone. The mill kept turning, but changed in sound, energy source and appearance.
From mill to brasserie
The surroundings around the Muldermolen were strongly influenced by the Limburg mines in the twentieth century. With the closure of the mines that fortunately changed. The silt pond lost its function, nature returned. Reeds, birds, reflections on the water — slowly the surroundings were transformed into an oasis of green and calm as you know it today.
In the course of 2026 a bronze artwork will be placed that depicts the whole story in an instructive way. Follow our socials for more info.
The Kingfisher
Whoever walks along the Geleenbeek has a chance of seeing a flash of blue and orange: the kingfisher. With its exotic colours it almost seems not to belong in our Limburg landscape, and yet this graceful fisher is completely in its place here. The Geleenbeek offers it everything it needs.
Its presence is a compliment to nature: the kingfisher only settles where water quality and food richness are in order. It is therefore a sign that the Geleenbeek and its surroundings are healthy. Spot a blue streak low over the water? Then you have probably just seen the king of the brook.
Working with the very best products
What comes from far is tasty, what comes from nearby is tastier. Many of our ingredients we source in the region, from fixed suppliers who deliver only top products.
Bakkerij Voncken — Kerkrade
The real Limburg vlaai, the way it should be! This typical Limburg delicacy of course may not be missing on our menu. The bakers of Voncken know like no other how to bake that real Limburg vlaai; in a traditional way, fresh daily and with passion and love for the craft. For over 4 generations an institution in Limburg.
Melitta Coffee — Germany
Our coffee beans come from the German quality brand Melitta — known worldwide for the iconic coffee filters and for more than a century synonymous with craftsmanship and innovation in coffee. At De Muldermolen we work with high-level fully automatic Melitta coffee machines that prepare every cup with the utmost precision.
Vitamientje — Gronsveld
We get our fresh vegetables and lettuce delivered daily from Margraten. Everything of the best quality! Ordered in the evening and delivered fresh-cut the next morning.
Bidfood — Geleen
Professionals like us of course also choose the best hospitality wholesaler. No less than three times a week our stock is delivered. So that means always fresh goods.
Royal Swinkels — Lieshout
Our house brewer is Swinckels Family Brewers. They offer us a very wide range of speciality beers and a delicious premium pilsener that has already been praised by many beer connoisseurs.
Allergies?
Food allergies are common. We take that into account in our kitchen. Because we want you to feel good with us and keep feeling good. Our food specialists are ready for you with good and tasty advice, especially for you.
Ask the staff for the allergen list or view it online.
"Cheers to life"