Oostzijdse Molen, Polder windmill in Abcoude, Netherlands.
The Oostzijdse Molen is a polder windmill in Abcoude with traditional Dutch architecture and rotating blades. It stands in the rural landscape near Gein-Zuid street, where its structure shapes the appearance of the area.
The windmill was built in 1874 and became a protected monument in 1973. This recognition ensured its preservation as part of the country's national heritage.
The mill reflects how local communities rely on wind power to manage water and maintain their farming land. It shows a practical solution that connected people to their environment for many generations.
The windmill is located on Gein-Zuid street in Abcoude at house number 14. It is accessible from different directions and offers a good view of the surrounding polder landscape.
Also known as Molen Delphine, this structure continues to serve its original purpose of draining water from the polder. It remains an active part of the water management system that has shaped the region.
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