Mijn Genoegen, Wind powered sawmill at Netherlands Open Air Museum, Arnhem, Netherlands
The Mijn Genoegen features three wooden sawing frames, including two replaced with cast iron frames, and operates through a central post mechanism.
Originally constructed in Dordrecht around 1680 as Het Spinnewiel, the mill moved to Numansdorp in 1854 before reaching its current location in 1928.
The mill represents the Netherlands industrial heritage through its traditional wood processing techniques and engineering solutions developed during the Dutch Golden Age.
The facility currently uses an electric motor to demonstrate sawing operations due to limited wind exposure in its museum location.
The mill incorporates specialized mechanics with wooden rollers at its base, allowing the entire structure to rotate for optimal wind positioning.
Location: Arnhem
GPS coordinates: 52.01161,5.90874
Latest update: March 9, 2025 01:46
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