Beltmolen Hernen

The Beltmolen Hernen is a historic windmill located in Hernen, Netherlands.

Overview

• The Beltmolen Hernen is a korenmolen (smock mill) with an integral part of the region's agricultural heritage for centuries.

This type of mill was still widely used in the Netherlands during the 19th century for grain milling and other purposes.

History

• The construction year of the Beltmolen Hernen is not explicitly stated, but it is believed to date from the 19th century.

The primary function of the mill was grain milling, grinding grains into flour for baking and other purposes.

Architecture

• The Beltmolen Hernen features a traditional smock mill design with a single tower supporting the cap and sails.
• The architecture is characteristic of Dutch windmill construction from this period, using local materials such as wood and stone.

The interior features traditional Dutch windmill machinery, including a wooden wheel and grinding stones.

Original Purpose

• The primary function of the Beltmolen Hernen was grain milling.

The mill would have been used to grind grains into flour for baking and other purposes.

Current Status and Use

• The Beltmolen Hernen is currently a working windmill, albeit with limited operations due to modernization efforts.
• Visitors can still see the mill in operation during designated hours.

Visitors can view the Beltmolen Hernen by appointment only, during designated hours. Please contact local authorities for more information on visiting this historic windmill.

Architectural Features and Construction Materials

• The mill's tower is constructed from local stone.
• The cap and sails are made of wood.
• The interior features traditional Dutch windmill machinery, including a wooden wheel and grinding stones.

The surrounding landscape is characterized by rolling hills and farmland, with the nearby water source providing a picturesque backdrop to the mill.

Location and Setting

• The Beltmolen Hernen is situated on Molenhoek 3A in Hernen, Netherlands.
• The surrounding landscape is characterized by rolling hills and farmland, with the nearby water source providing a picturesque backdrop to the mill.

The Beltmolen Hernen has been recognized as a national monument in the Netherlands, acknowledging its historical significance and cultural importance.

Heritage Status and Preservation Efforts

• Efforts have been made to preserve the mill's original architecture and machinery, ensuring its continued operation for future generations.

No notable historical events or famous millers are recorded in available records.

Technical Details

• The Beltmolen Hernen features a single tower with 3 sails and a wooden wheel.
• The grinding stones used for milling are made of local stone.