Zuidpoldermolen, Edam

The Zuidpoldermolen is a windmill in Edam, dated between 1626-35 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	52.51056°N 5.05778°E / 52.51056; 5.05778
Height	21,65 m
Probably built	1670

The mill is owned by the Dutch Windmill Society.

Description

For an explanation of the various items of machinery, see Mill machinery.

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

The wind-driven mechanics have been out of operation since 1949, and is closed to visitors.

External links

• De Eenhoorn on the website of Stichting Molens Zuid-Kennemerland (Dutch)