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Waidmühle

A Monument to Technical Ingenuity in Erfurt

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Erfurt: First Steps10 pts

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The Waidmühle at egapark Erfurt, established in 1961, showcases the technological innovation of the past. Visitors are drawn into the historical significance of woad cultivation, a key economic factor for the region. The park offers a unique blend of technical history and nature, inviting exploration and discovery.

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The Waidmühle in Erfurt's egapark was founded as a technical monument in 1961, the same year as the first human spaceflight.

Quick Facts

Founded: 1961

Guided Story

Can you feel that gentle breeze? It's carrying stories of the past, right here where the Waidmühle stands. Look around; this mill is a proud testament to the technical ingenuity of yesteryears. Just to your west, you can see the Cyriaksburg Citadel, once a fortress guarding the region. Imagine the farmers who toiled to produce the blue dye from woad, a color fit for royalty. This mill in the egapark isn't just a technical marvel—it's a window into an era when woad was an economic powerhouse. Let the blend of history and nature here captivate your senses.