De Stofmolen

Located in Wijdenes, Netherlands, De Stofmolen is a historic smock mill that has been in operation since 1986.

Overview

This Korenmolen, or Dutch windmill, was built to serve as a grain mill and oil press.

History

• De Stofmolen was constructed in 1986, marking its beginning as a working windmill.
• The mill's original purpose was to grind grains into flour and press oil from the resulting meal.
• Over time, it has been used for various other purposes, including pumping water.

Architecture

The De Stofmolen is a smock mill with a single tower.

• A wooden frame construction
• A single sail (windmill:vanes: yes)
• A grinding stone with a diameter of approximately 1 meter

Location and Setting

De Stofmolen is situated on Molenweg 1 in Wijdenes, Netherlands.

The mill's location allows it to harness the wind from the surrounding landscape.

Current Status and Use

The De Stofmolen is currently operational as a working windmill.

It has been preserved and restored to maintain its historical integrity.

Heritage Status and Preservation Efforts

De Stofmolen is listed on the Dutch Register of Monuments and Historic Buildings (Rijksmonumentenregister).

Efforts have been made to preserve the mill's historic features and ensure its continued operation.

Visiting Information

The De Stofmolen is open to visitors.

Those interested in exploring the mill can visit during regular hours.

Notable Historical Events or Famous Millers

Unfortunately, no notable historical events or famous millers are documented for De Stofmolen.

Technical Details

• Number of sails: 1
• Grinding stones: 1 (diameter approximately 1 meter)