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Lyngby Søndre Mølle

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Lyngby Søndre Mølle (Kongens Lyngby)
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Lyngby Søndre Mølle

Lyngby Søndre Mølle, meaning Lyngby Southern Mill, is a defunct watermill located on Mølleåen in Kongens Lyngby, Denmark.

History

  • The mill's current building dates back to 1902.
  • The original construction materials are not specified, but it is believed that traditional Danish building techniques were employed.

Architecture

The mill features a breast-shot wheel, a type of overshot wheel commonly used in Danish watermills during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Location

Lyngby Søndre Mølle is situated on Lyngby Hovedgade in Kongens Lyngby, a town located in the northern suburbs of Copenhagen.

  • The mill overlooks Mølleåen, a small stream that flows into the Øresund Strait.

Current Status and Use

The current building is no longer operational as a working mill.

However, it has been preserved and now serves as a historic landmark.

Heritage Status and Preservation Efforts

Lyngby Søndre Mølle is listed on the Danish Cultural Heritage List, recognizing its historical significance as a watermill in Denmark.

Visiting Information

Visitors can view the mill at Lyngby Hovedgade.

However, it is not open to the public for tours or operations.

Notable Historical Events and Famous Millers

No notable historical events or famous millers are recorded for this mill.

Technical Details

The mill features a single breast-shot wheel with an unspecified number of grinding stones.

The exact machinery details are not available.

Details

NameLyngby Søndre Mølle
CityKongens Lyngby
CountryDenmark
Coordinates55.773804, 12.498782
Current useHistoric landmark
Accessibletrue
Guided toursfalse