The Bachmüller Joh. Christ. Gottlieb Walther built the windmill in 1832 so that he could grind grain even when there was little water. Later owners were Bennewitz and, since 1846, Gothe. The Gothes ran the mill until 1942. In the 1970s it was converted into a restaurant. It was given a sixteen-cornered roof on which a cone tower was placed. A round building was added on the ground floor to provide more space for the guests. The shaft and windmill blades have been recreated. Recently until 2011, the Heichelheimer Potato Festival was held every year at the Heichelheimer Mühle. In addition to the Thuringian Potato Queen, the Thuringian Potato of the Year was also chosen here.
We could see some pets. The path to the lake was overgrown.

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Katharina

August 8, 2025

Animals are neglected here and were rightfully confiscated years ago! Such a place cannot and should not be recommended!

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SL2311

March 9, 2020

The mill on the lake is a social project and wants to be a place for children to learn. You can visit the mill: there are various animals, among others. Alpacas, goats, sheep and donkeys, a trampoline, a sandpit and a large playground. A weekend café is planned in the future, but there is currently no gastronomy.

More information at: muehleamsee.de

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Elevation 290 m

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