Historic Mill of Sanssouci, Windmill in Sanssouci Park, Germany
The Historic Mill of Sanssouci is a wooden windmill standing around 35 meters tall, rising as a distinctive structure within Potsdam's park. The building displays the characteristic design of a Dutch-style mill with rotating blades and working spaces distributed across several floors.
The original structure from 1738 was replaced by a Dutch-style building that was later destroyed and rebuilt in 1993. The reconstruction preserved the traditional design and milling functions that had endured from that earlier period.
The mill represents a bond between royal authority and everyday craft, showing how Frederick the Great and miller Grävenitz worked together. The place tells the story of milling as a vital skill in daily life during the 1700s.
Visitors can watch the mill at work and explore an exhibition about traditional milling techniques spread across multiple floors. The best time to visit is during good weather when the blades turn and the various working areas are clearly visible.
The mill adjusts its blade configuration based on wind strength to achieve optimal grinding results. This adaptive technique shows how millers have cleverly used weather and natural forces for centuries.
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