De Gooyer, Wooden windmill in Amsterdam-Centrum, Netherlands.
The Gooyer Windmill stands 26.6 meters tall with an octagonal wooden structure placed on top of a stone foundation near Funenkade street.
Built in 1814 on the remains of a former watermill, this structure represents the last remaining corn mill from 26 original mills along Amsterdam's 17th-century walls.
The windmill bears the name of two brothers from Gooiland who owned it in 1609, reflecting the Dutch tradition of naming mills after their proprietors.
While the mill remains closed to public visits, visitors can observe its external features from the adjacent Brouwerij 't IJ brewery's outdoor terrace.
During World War II, the mill returned to its original purpose, grinding corn for Amsterdam residents when the city experienced power shortages.
Location: Amsterdam
Inception: 1814
Official opening: 1814
Address: Funenkade 5 1018AL 1018AL
GPS coordinates: 52.36680,4.92615
Latest update: May 12, 2025 20:10
The windmills from Kinderdijk in the Netherlands to Cape Cod demonstrate technical innovation and cultural heritage. These structures served for grain milling, drainage, and industrial production. Each mill documents the local history and technical development of its region. The collection includes 18th century mills like the Sanssouci Mill in Potsdam and modern specimens like the Murphy Mill in San Francisco.
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