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De Molen van Sloten

De Molen van Sloten
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Type of Site
Buildings & Monuments, Museums
Neighborhood
Day Trip
Interests That Apply
Architecture, History, Local Culture, Engineering
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Price: $0-$5
Is there parking?: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Mobility Assistance Available: Elevator
Water/Drinks: Available on site or nearby.
This is a good place to get: Snacks Lunch
Restrooms: Available
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De Molen van Sloten

Sloten Windmill

Feel like a windmill keeper....


Off The Beaten Path

Address: Phone:
Akersluis 10
Amsterdam, NH 1066 EZ
+31 20 669 0412
Fax: +31 20 615 1862

Description

De Molen van Sloten (the windmill from Sloten) dates from 1947 and pumps the water from the wetlands of Amsterdam-West into the canals. This is done with a very big windmill - wheel. At the top of the mill you can watch a sequence about Rembrandt's life and the inspiration for his paintings. Rembrandt was the son of a windmill keeper, and you can see a wax statue of his mother in the windmill. If you climb the steep wooden stairs, you'll see the wheel running, hear the wind and feel like a mill keeper for a moment.



Times & Dates

Open Hours: 10a-4p M-Su
Visit Time: 30min-1hr
Average Wait Time: None
Price: $0-$5

Exposure

Indoor with no climate control.

Age Recommendations/Requirements

Ages Admitted: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Ages that would most enjoy this site: Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers

Transportation

Nearest Train or Bus: Langsom: tram 2; bus 145
Notes: Take the tram, then bus to get to the windmill.
Parking Availability: Yes


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