Riepenburger Mühle, Hamburg
Facts and practical information
The Riepenburg mill "Boreas" is located at Kirchwerder Mühlendamm 75a in Hamburg-Kirchwerder. It is a Dutch mill. Built in 1828, it is the oldest and largest preserved grain windmill in Hamburg. It was mentioned as a mill site in 1318, making it one of the oldest in Germany. A mill with the name "Boreasmühle" also existed in Flensburg, of which only a street name remains.
The Riepenburg Mill is one of the last mills in Germany to operate regularly with wind. Its restoration took seven years, and since 2007 it has been a producing technical monument.
Riepenburger Mühle – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Neuengamme Concentration Camp, Sternwarte Hamburg, Winsener Schloß, St. Marien-Kirche.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How to get to Riepenburger Mühle by public transport?
Bus
- Krummer Hagen • Lines: 225, 424 (4 min walk)
- Riepenburg • Lines: 120, 225, 424 (12 min walk)