Last mill day in Staudtenmühle: historic conclusion for visitors!

Last mill day in Staudtenmühle: historic conclusion for visitors!

Next Whit Monday, June 7th, 2025, there is a special event coming up that will not only make the hearts of mill lovers beat faster. Under the motto of German Mill Day, around 650 historic mills across Germany are opening their doors. One of the last opportunities to experience the fascinating world of mills is offered by the Staudtenmühle in Vogtland, which opens its doors for the last time on this day. A look at the tradition and craft of the miller is particularly valuable.

The German Mill Day is more than just a celebration – it is a symbol of the preservation of an important cultural asset. Since its founding in 1994 by the German Society for Milling Science and Mill Conservation (DGM) e.V., this day of action has had the goal of keeping the cultural technology of milling alive and bringing it closer to the general public. On this special day, visitors can experience first hand how wind, water, steam and motor mills are put into operation and get an idea of ​​the many facets of mill technology.

Insights and experiences

The operators of the mills in particular take time on this day to offer guests insights into the old milling trade. Guided tours and small celebrations invite you to enjoy the flair of the historic mills. And those who are not only interested in technology can look forward to culinary delicacies that are available for the physical well-being of visitors. Music and entertainment ensure that German Mill Day is a holistic experience for the whole family.

The idea and origin of the German Mill Day dates back to the early 1990s. Inspired by Dutch mill friends who have been celebrating such a day since 1973, the desire for a nationwide day of action was born. Since then, Mill Day has developed into an annual highlight, with up to 1,000 mills nationwide opening their doors to the curious. In Saxony-Anhalt, for example, around 80 mills are taking part, bringing visitors closer to humanity's oldest power machine.

A farewell with meaning

Whit Monday has a special meaning for the Staudtenmühle, as it is the last mill day that this traditional mill organizes. The operators invite anyone interested to get to know the history and technical features of the mill again. This is an invitation to everyone who would like to be fascinated by hydropower and historical techniques and at the same time have the opportunity to create memories.

Be it for families with children or for those interested in history, the German Mill Day is an experience that no one should miss. And who knows, maybe such an opportunity won't come again anytime soon. It's worth exploring the mill landscape on Whit Monday and discovering the roots of our culture - because there's something there! Further information can be found on the DGM and interested mills websites.

To find out more about the event, visit Freie Presse, Deutsche Mills and Bauernzeitung.