The windmill in Den Helder
Den Helder once had several windmills. Street names such as Molengracht, Molenstraat, and Molensloot still recall that time. Thanks to the efforts of the Den Helder Windmill Foundation ‘De Onderneming’, the city has a windmill back: De Goede Verwachting.
Experience the craft up close
Inside the mill, you get an impression of the many windmills that used to stand in Den Helder and Julianadorp.
Visit the windmill ‘De Goede Verwachting’ this year.
Although the mill is not yet completely finished, there is more to see than last year (and hopefully the platform can now also be visited). With enough wind, the mill will turn. Inside the mill itself, you get a good impression of the many mills that once stood in Den Helder and Julianadorp, and the millers are happy to take you through the process of grinding flour.
Opening hours
- Saturday, September 12: 11:00 – 16:00
- Sunday, September 13: 11:00 – 16:00
Background information
- Type of monument: Mill
- Construction period: 2023 – 2025
- Current position: Grinding grain, soon on a voluntary basis. Bed & Breakfast
Photo: Hans Verhoef
