Molen De Otter, dating from 1631, is a historic working sawmill in Amsterdam-West. An old expectation that a museum and café would open is no longer current and has been removed.
What is Molen De Otter?
De Otter is a historic timber sawmill on the Kostverlorenvaart and an important piece of Amsterdam’s industrial heritage. The mill and restored drying sheds form a distinctive heritage site in the city.
Molen van West
The restored timber drying sheds are now used under the name Molen van West for cultural, social and professional gatherings. The site combines heritage with new uses.
Can you visit the mill?
Public access is limited. De Hollandsche Molen currently lists Tuesday from 12:00 to 16:00 as a visiting time and recommends checking the mill’s current information before travelling.
Address
Gillis van Ledenberchstraat 78A, Amsterdam-West.
Tip
Opening and access can depend on volunteers, events and maintenance, so check current information from Molen De Otter or Molen van West shortly before your visit.
For more related ideas, continue to our guide to things to see in Amsterdam.