Kilsdonkse molen, Water and wind mill complex in Heeswijk-Dinther, Netherlands
Kilsdonkse Molen is a mill building in Heeswijk-Dinther with two undershot water wheels and a wind-powered mechanism. The complex contains separate grinding systems for processing grain and oil seeds.
The first documented mention dates to 1433, with the building rebuilt in 1842 following a fire that destroyed the original wooden structure. This reconstruction marked a shift to a more durable construction.
The mill shows how rural communities once processed their crops and produced grain and oil for local needs. It served as a workplace and gathering point that shaped daily life in the surrounding area.
Visitors can tour the mill and observe how water and wind power process grain and oil through its working systems. It is advisable to check opening times beforehand and wear protective headgear during demonstrations.
This is the last mill of its kind in the Netherlands still combining water and wind power in a single working facility. This rare dual-power system makes it a special place for anyone wishing to understand how energy was once harnessed.
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