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Discover historic mills around the world
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From towering windmills catching the breeze to peaceful watermills along ancient streams, mills have powered communities for centuries. Mill Index Explore our comprehensive guide to these remarkable engineering marvels and living monuments to human ingenuity.
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Historic Anniversaries
Mills celebrating milestone anniversaries this year
Schietsjampettermolen
Kruisem, Belgium
200 yearsBuilt 1826
Windmühle Am Gieselberg
Straelen, Germany
175 yearsBuilt 1851
Windmühle Pegenau
Scharfenberg, Germany
200 yearsBuilt 1826
Muíño do Porto
Vilalba, Spain
125 yearsBuilt 1901
Zwiepse Molen
Lochem, Netherlands
175 yearsBuilt 1851
Sether Mühle
Prinzhöfte, Germany
175 yearsBuilt 1851
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·travel
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·history
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mill Index?
Mill Index is a comprehensive online directory of historic windmills and watermills from around the world. We provide detailed information about each mill including its location, history, type, current status, and visitor information.
What types of mills are listed?
Our database includes traditional windmills (tower mills, smock mills, post mills), watermills (undershot, overshot, breast-shot wheels), and other historic mill types. We focus on traditional, authentic mills rather than modern wind turbines.
How many mills are listed?
Our database contains thousands of mills from countries across the globe, from the famous windmills of the Netherlands to hidden watermills in remote valleys. We continuously add new mills to our collection.
Where does the mill information come from?
Our mill data is sourced from OpenStreetMap, a collaborative mapping project, combined with additional research and enrichment to provide comprehensive and accurate information.
Can I visit these mills?
Many mills are open to visitors, with some still in working condition and producing flour or other products. Each mill page includes available information about visiting, opening hours, and whether demonstrations are offered.
Are any of these mills still working?
Yes! Many historic mills have been preserved as working mills and continue to grind grain or perform other traditional functions. Our database indicates which mills are operational and which are preserved as monuments.