--- title: "Windmühle Eickhorst - Westfälische Mühlenstraße Nr. 31" url: "https://en.teutoburgerwald.de/region/excursion/poi/windmuehle-eickhorst-westfaelische-muehlenstrasse-nr-31" description: "Architecture and construction of the millThe mill has a conical quarry stone tower, which gives it a robust and impressive appearance. To protect the tower from the weather, the weather side was additionally plastered. The mill rests on an earth wall, which provides additional stability and underlines the solid construction.Historical outbuildings: bakehouse and granaryThe mill grounds include other interesting historical buildings. A small bakehouse from 1879 adds to the charm of the site and shows how traditional craftsmanship was practiced in the past. Also preserved is a granary from 1858, which was used for storage then as it is today. These outbuildings complete the picture of an authentic mill site and make the Eickhorst windmill an ideal excursion destination for history and technology enthusiasts." language: "en" type: "Place" image: "https://dam.destination.one/1289929/1c589836089552c0877aeaacca2b7fda3694c70f22b331bb9dd359ecac31c470/.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Teutoburg Forest > Discover the region > Excursion > POI" --- Share Windmühle Eickhorst - Westfälische Mühlenstraße Nr. 31 ====================================================== - Mill Historische Windmühle Eickhorst vor blauem Himmel, umgeben von grünen Feldern und einem Weg. Windmühle Eickhorst in ländlicher Umgebung, blauer Himmel mit weißen Wolken, gepflasterter Weg. Windmühle Eickhorst, eine historische Windmühle in norddeutscher Landschaft, umgeben von Feldern. **A masterpiece from 1848** The Eickhorst windmill, also known as "Storks Mühle", is an imposing Wall-Holland mill that was built in 1848. It impresses not only with its historic architecture, but also with its impressive mechanics: The mill has two flap sails and two sail sails, as well as a wind rose that optimally aligns the sails. The windmill was built on the foundations of an older trestle mill, which was already mentioned in 1750. **Architecture and construction of the mill** The mill has a conical quarry stone tower, which gives it a robust and impressive appearance. To protect the tower from the weather, the weather side was additionally plastered. The mill rests on an earth wall, which provides additional stability and underlines the solid construction. **Historical outbuildings: bakehouse and granary** The mill grounds include other interesting historical buildings. A small bakehouse from 1879 adds to the charm of the site and shows how traditional craftsmanship was practiced in the past. Also preserved is a granary from 1858, which was used for storage then as it is today. These outbuildings complete the picture of an authentic mill site and make the Eickhorst windmill an ideal excursion destination for history and technology enthusiasts. Read more Good to know ------------ Openings The mill site is freely accessible at all times. The mill is open on grinding and baking days. Outside the regular grinding and baking days, guided tours and catering are only possible on Thursdays by prior arrangement. Read more Eligibility - for Groups - for families - for individual guests Payment methods Entrance Free Contact person Ulrike Grannemann License (master data) Beatrice Brinkmeyer This content has been partially or completely optimised or created by AI.* Nearby ------ View on map - Event - Guided tour/tour - Trip/excursion - Family and Children - Food & Beverage - Café - Bistro - Beer garden/outdoor dining - Accomodations - Flat - Holiday flat - Private room - Place of interest - Children's playground - Children's playground - Nature experience area - Tours 75.95 km - Regional bike tour 75.44 km - Regional bike tour 37.36 km - Regional bike tour Contact Im Mühlengarten 23 32479 Hille