Gemaal Halfweg, Steam pumping station in Halfweg, Netherlands
The steam pumping station features six massive paddle wheels and an engine room containing a 500-horsepower steam engine for water management operations.
Built in 1852 by architects P. Kock and JA Beijerinck, the station underwent major expansions in 1888 and 1923 to increase its pumping capacity.
The station represents Dutch industrial engineering excellence, demonstrating the Netherlands' long-standing relationship with water management and technical innovation.
From April to November, visitors can explore the museum one weekend per month, with audio tours available and special demonstrations of the steam engine.
The facility maintains its original function, operating between 10 to 12 times annually as one of only two authentic steam pumping stations in western Netherlands.
Location: Haarlemmerliede en Spaarnwoude
Inception: 1852
Part of: Stoomgemaal met dienstwoningen
Address: Haarlemmermeerstraat 4
GPS coordinates: 52.38323,4.74993
Latest update: March 10, 2025 21:02
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