Aarsdale Windmill

The octagonal white windmill stands on a hilltop at the southern edge of Aarsdale, with functional sails that rotate in strong winds.

Built in 1877 by H.P. Mikkelsen, the mill received mechanical upgrades including self-adjusting sails in 1919 and backup motors starting from 1904.

The mill represents Danish agricultural heritage and traditional grain processing methods, earning protected status on the Kulturstyrelsen monument register in 1960.

Visitors can explore the interior of the mill during opening hours, examining the original milling machinery and mechanical components across multiple floors.

This windmill operated continuously until 2003, making it the longest-running Danish mill, with operations documented in the film Anton på Møllen.

Location: Bornholm regional municipality

Inception: 1877

Address: Gaden 44 3740 3740

Website: https://aarsdalemoelle-granitvaerkstedet.dk

GPS coordinates: 55.10386,15.14310

Latest update: March 6, 2025 04:57