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Elfrather Mühle
Historic Tower Windmill in Krefeld's Heart
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The Elfrather Mühle is an impressive tower windmill located near Haus Traar in Krefeld. Its name comes from the Elfrathshof, which it was once part of, and it later lent its name to the district of Elfrath. It stands as one of two windmills in the Traar district, alongside the Egelsbergmühle.
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The district of Elfrath was named after the mill.
Guided Story
You're standing before the Elfrather Mühle, a tower windmill in Krefeld. Once part of the Elfrathshof estate, it gave its name to the district of Elfrath. In the Traar district, there are only two windmills, this one and the Egelsbergmühle. As you look at this structure, consider its role in the past when wind power was vital for farming. The presence of the mill quietly echoes the history and tradition of the region.
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