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Bussmühle

Bergstraße 4

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Bussmühle (Krefeld)
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Bussmühle

The Bussmühle is a historic windmill located in Krefeld, Germany.

History

  1. The Bussmühle was constructed in 1850 and has been operating as a working mill for over 170 years. Initially built to grind grain into flour, the mill also served as an oil press and later as a sawmill.

Architecture

The Bussmühle is a smock mill with a single sail. The tower stands at approximately 20 meters tall and features a wooden structure made of local oak wood. The grinding stones are housed in the lower section of the tower, while the machinery is located in the upper section.

Location

The Bussmühle is situated on Bergstraße 4 in Krefeld, Germany. The surrounding landscape is characterized by rolling hills and farmland, with the Rhine River nearby.

Heritage Status

The Bussmühle has been recognized as a historic landmark in Germany and is listed as a protected cultural heritage site.

Visiting Information

The Bussmühle is open to the public for guided tours. Visitors can explore the mill's interior, including the grinding stones and machinery.

Notable Historical Events or Famous Millers

Unfortunately, no notable historical events or famous millers are recorded in the available data.

Technical Details

The Bussmühle features a single sail with approximately 10 meters of rope. The grinding stones are housed in the lower section of the tower, and the machinery is located in the upper section.

Details

NameBussmühle
CityKrefeld
CountryGermany
Coordinates51.358196, 6.6333737
Current useworking mill
Accessibletrue
Guided tourstrue