Liffersmühle

The Liffersmühle is situated at An Liffersmühle in Willich, Germany.

History

1. Built in 1840, this windmill was originally part of a larger complex that included a grain mill. Over the years, it underwent several transformations, including the installation of a steam engine in 1898 and a diesel motor in 1918. The mill ceased operations by 1923.

Architecture

The Liffersmühle is a säulenstumpf (column tower) windmill with a diameter of 10 meters and an inner height of 7 meters, standing at a height of 5 meters. Its foundation is built from hand-form-cemented bricks (7:14:28cm) with a lime-zinc mortar.

Current Status and Use

The mill is currently disused and has been converted into apartments. It is listed as an historic building and a heritage site, with reference number 140.

Heritage Status and Preservation Efforts

The Liffersmühle is protected by the Untere Denkmalbehörde (Lower Regional Office for Cultural Heritage) in Willich, Germany. The mill's heritage status is documented on the website of the Kreis Viersen Katasteramt (District Office Viersen Land Registry).

Visiting Information

The Liffersmühle is not open to public visits.

Notable Historical Events or Famous Millers

Unfortunately, no notable historical events or famous millers are recorded for this windmill.

Technical Details

The Liffersmühle features one sail and an overshot wheel.