The Zuidpoldermolen is a windmill in Edam, dated between 1626-35[1] and was used to grind grain and drain a polder: low land that has been reclaimed from the sea and diked.
| Zuidpoldermolen | |
|---|---|
 Photographed by Els Bendheim, 2008 | |
| Location | Edam |
| Coordinates | 52°30′38″N 5°03′28″E / 52.51056°N 5.05778°E |
| Height | 21,65 m |
| Probably built | 1670 |
The mill is owned by the Dutch Windmill Society.
Description edit
The Zuidpoldermolen is a thatched octagonal internal turning polder mill in Edam. The low, octagonal design categorizes it as a smock style, and the name translates to "south polder mill." The polder in 1875 has been supplemented by a steam screw pump.
Public access edit
The wind-driven mechanics have been out of operation since 1949, and is closed to visitors.[2]
References edit
External links edit
Wikimedia Commons has media related to Zuidpoldermolen, Edam.