Mill Day: Experience the Historic Watermill at Esrum Abbey
Dive into history on Mill Day at Esrum Abbey & Mill Farm. Witness the historic watermill in action and learn about the significance of water in the area throughout the ages. Meet the passionate volunteers and hear about their work preserving this unique cultural heritage.
Explore the Mill's Mechanics and History
On Mill Day, you can experience the watermill in action as the volunteer team sets the impressive mill wheels in motion. Hear fascinating stories about the role of water and the importance of the mill to the area.
Mill Day at Esrum Abbey can be experienced on the following dates:
- Sunday, January 19th, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Sunday, February 9th, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Thursday, February 13th, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Sunday, February 16th, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Sunday, March 16th, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Sunday, April 20th, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Sunday, May 18th, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Sunday, June 22nd, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Sunday, August 17th, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Meet the Volunteers
The volunteer team maintains and operates the restored watermill, which is functioning again after many years of inactivity. On Mill Day, you'll have the chance to get up close to their work and gain a unique insight into preserving this historic machinery.
The Rich Landscape of Esrum Abbey
The surroundings of Esrum Abbey feature a fascinating network of streams, ponds, and wetlands. Esrum Lake, Denmark's richest lake in water resources, has sustained the area for centuries and played a crucial role in the history of the abbey and the monarchy.