De Schoolmeester, Paper mill in Westzaan, Netherlands.
The functioning six-sided stellingmill De Schoolmeester stands along the Gouw river and produces traditional Zaansch Bord paper through wind power operations.
Established in 1692, this industrial facility operated continuously through centuries, receiving modernization in 1877 with the installation of a steam engine and paper machinery.
The mill carries forward traditional Dutch papermaking methods, producing specialized paper materials used by bookbinders, artists, and card manufacturers across the Netherlands.
Visitors can observe paper production processes Monday through Friday between 10:00 and 16:00, with additional viewing times available through scheduled appointments.
De Schoolmeester remains the only operational wind-powered paper mill in existence, maintaining its original manufacturing capabilities since the 17th century.
Location: Zaanstad
Inception: 1692
Address: Guispad 3 1551 SX
Website: https://zaanschemolen.nl/molen/de-schoolmeester
GPS coordinates: 52.46787,4.78650
Latest update: March 13, 2025 11:42
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