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There has been a windmill very near to Sanssouci Palace since 1738. From 1787-91, Frederick William II had the old, adjustable windmill replaced by a larger windmill based on a Dutch model that included a stone foundation and a gallery.
The grain windmill at Sanssouci discontinued its operation during the second half of the 19th century, and the building became a silent monument. In WWII the windmill was destroyed down to its stone base by fire. Not until the end of the 20th century could the building be slowly and methodically reconstructed, and then converted into a museum. Under the auspices of museum operations since the spring of 2003, it has been possible to produce diverse grain products much like in earlier eras - provided that the wind power is strong enough.
A gallery for contemporary art, in which changing exhibitions can be viewed, is on the first upper floor of the windmill. The second and third stories attract the visitor with interesting information on the theme and usage of windmills, as well as a passageway to the gallery, from which one can enjoy a spectacular view of the New Palace, of Sanssouci Palace and over the city of Potsdam as well.
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Einer der zwei Mahlgänge der Mühle
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Die historische Mühle und das Schweizerhaus |
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Visitor´s center
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