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Fiskebækgård Vandmølle

Holmevej

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Fiskebækgård Vandmølle

The Fiskebækgård Vandmølle was constructed in 1862 and has been a part of Denmark's agricultural heritage for over 150 years.

History

  • The primary function of the Fiskebækgård Vandmølle was grain milling, utilizing the local water source to power its operations.
  • No notable historical events or famous millers have been documented for this specific mill.

Architecture

As a watermill, the Fiskebækgård Vandmølle features an overshot wheel. The mill's architecture is typical of Danish watermills from this period, with a rectangular stone foundation and a wooden frame supporting the machinery.

Original Purpose

The primary function of the Fiskebækgård Vandmølle was grain milling, utilizing the local water source to power its operations.

Current Status and Use

The mill is currently disused and has been out of operation for many years. It is situated on private property but can be viewed by those with permission from the landowner.

Location and Setting

The Fiskebækgård Vandmølle is located at Holmevej in the Naestved Municipality, Denmark. The mill sits near a small stream that powers its overshot wheel, providing a picturesque backdrop to this historic site.

Heritage Status and Preservation Efforts

While not currently listed as a national monument, efforts have been made to preserve the Fiskebækgård Vandmølle for future generations. However, no specific preservation initiatives are documented at present.

Visiting Information

Due to its private nature, visiting the Fiskebækgård Vandmølle is not recommended without explicit permission from the landowner. No public viewing areas or guided tours are available.

Technical Details

The Fiskebækgård Vandmølle features one overshot wheel, with no information available on the number of grinding stones or machinery in operation.

Details

NameFiskebækgård Vandmølle
CityNaestved Municipality
CountryDenmark
Coordinates55.217194, 11.886049
Current usedisused
Accessiblefalse
Guided toursfalse