Op de Vrouweheide, Gristmill on Vrouweheide, Netherlands
Op de Vrouweheide is a historic gristmill in Voerendaal built as a brick smock mill with functional sails and traditional design. The structure sits on elevated terrain and demonstrates the craftsmanship of 19th-century windmill construction.
The mill was built in 1858 as a gristmill and operated until 1925 for local grain processing. It gained protected monument status in 1967, recognizing its importance to the region's heritage.
The name reflects its hilltop location, which has shaped its presence in local memory. Visitors see a building that speaks to traditional grain milling work, even though it now serves as a private home.
The structure is now a private residence and not open to visitors, though the exterior can be appreciated from outside. The elevated location offers walking opportunities with views across the surrounding landscape.
The mill stands at the highest elevation of any windmill in the Netherlands, offering unusually far-reaching views. This high location was a significant advantage for catching wind to power the grinding work.
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