Post Mills – Classic Beauty
Typical for the region are the post mills, which you can find in Authausen, Bad Düben and Großwig, among other places. These mills stand on a rotating wooden frame so that they can be turned into the wind. They are a real highlight for technology lovers and friends of rural idylls.
[Translate to English:] Mühle in Großwig bei Torgau
Rare Paltrock Mill in Audenhain
Not far from Torgau, about 17 kilometers away, in Audenhain there is a rarity: a Paltrock mill. This special design combines the technology of the post mill with a fixed substructure and is considered a technical masterpiece of its time.
Tower windmill in Beilrode
The mighty tower windmill in Beilrode impresses with its massive, stone construction and its characteristic cap, which can be turned in the wind. It is a striking landmark and invites you to an exciting excursion.
Dutch windmill in Beilrode near Torgau
Watermills, Motor Mills and More
In addition to windmills, the region also has impressive watermills that use the power of the Elbe and its tributaries. A special attraction is the ship mill in Bad Düben, which shows how mills were operated directly on the water. Motor mills, such as those previously used in agriculture, can also be discovered in the area.
Horse-capstan mill in Hohenprießnitz
In Hohenprießnitz you will find a horse-capstan mill that was powered by animal muscle power. This extraordinary mill offers an insight into a lesser-known form of energy generation and shows how versatile mill technology was.
