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De Molen Windmill, Foxton

Palmerston North, New Zealand

History

A working Dutch-style windmill built in 2003 in Foxton, with a grinding floor, and flour and bread on sale in the shop. It is a short stop beside SH1. The mill runs when the wind blows, and there is a café on site.

Nearest town
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Category
History & culture
GPS
-40.4723, 175.2864

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

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Best time to go

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The most pleasant months are usually March–May and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in February, June, September and December. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

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Where is De Molen Windmill, Foxton?

De Molen Windmill, Foxton is in Palmerston North, New Zealand, at GPS -40.4723, 175.2864.

Which road trips pass De Molen Windmill, Foxton?

De Molen Windmill, Foxton is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Taihape to Wellington through Manawatū and the Kāpiti Coast.

What is there to see near De Molen Windmill, Foxton?

Places worth a stop nearby: Te Manawa Museum (30 km), Southward Car Museum (51 km), Kāpiti Island Nature Reserve (52 km) and Pūkaha National Wildlife Centre (54 km).

When is the best time to visit De Molen Windmill, Foxton?

The most pleasant months are usually March–May and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in February, June, September and December. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)