Windmill Ruprechtov

Windmill Ruprechtov is a Dutch-type windmill in the village of Ruprechtov with a total height of about 16 meters and a rotor approximately 10 meters in diameter. The building retains its original milling machinery and features a rotating roof that allowed it to be oriented into the wind.

The windmill was constructed in 1873 and originally featured a traditional wind wheel that was damaged during a storm. Owner Cyril Wagner later replaced the damaged wheel with an American Halladay turbine to continue operations.

The building received recognition as a Czech cultural monument in 1958 and later appeared on postage stamps and commemorative coins. This recognition shows how important the structure is to local identity and regional heritage.

The structure sits near Brno in the South Moravian region and is accessible by road. Visitors can explore the outdoor site and view the original milling equipment from the exterior of the building.

The windmill houses the only Halladay turbine in Europe, a device created by American inventor Daniel Halladay with automatically adjusting blades. This turbine is designed to position itself optimally to the wind without requiring constant manual adjustment.

Location: Ruprechtov

Inception: 1873

GPS coordinates: 49.33270,16.84810

Latest update: December 14, 2025 15:00