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De Korenbloem

Westkerkseweg 41

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De Korenbloem

De Korenbloem, located at Westkerkseweg 41 in Scherpenisse, Netherlands, was constructed in 1872.

History

  • The De Korenbloom's architecture reflects its purpose as a grain milling windmill.
  • The building is made of brick and stone, with a characteristic Dutch gabled roof.
  • A single sail, measuring approximately 20 meters in diameter, is supported by a wooden beam and a central post.

Original Purpose

De Korenbloem was built to grind grain into flour for local bakeries and households.

Current Status and Use

The De Korenbloem is currently a museum, open to the public for guided tours.

Location and Setting

De Korenbloem is situated in Scherpenisse, Zeeland, Netherlands.

Heritage Status and Preservation Efforts

The De Korenbloem has been designated as a heritage site by the RCE (Rijksmuseum voor Cultuur en Staat) in 2014.

Visiting Information

Visitors can explore De Korenbloem during guided tours.

Notable Historical Events or Famous Millers

Unfortunately, no notable historical events or famous millers are mentioned in the provided data.

Technical Details

The technical specifications of De Korenbloem are not explicitly stated in the data.

Details

NameDe Korenbloem
CityScherpenisse
CountryNetherlands
Coordinates51.546406, 4.0993843
Current usemuseum
Guided tourstrue