Kolby Mølle

Kolby Mølle is Samsø’s only Dutch-style windmill, standing on the road between Kolby Kås and the village of Kolby. From the outside you can see the characteristic Dutch mill silhouette that once formed part of the island’s agricultural landscape. The mill is reached by local roads on the southern part of Samsø and works well as a short stop while exploring the nearby village and countryside. Expect a simple, low-key visit focused mainly on the structure and its setting rather than extensive museum-style displays.

Kolby Mølle suits travellers who like traditional windmills and want to see Samsø’s only Dutch-style example. It is a brief stop to view the exterior, take a few photos and get a sense of how milling once fitted into local farm life, best combined with other nearby sights on the island.

Worth a short detour if you enjoy traditional windmills or are already exploring southern Samsø.

Planning your visit

How long to stay

15–30 minutes

Best time to visit

Daytime in the lighter months is best, when you can clearly see the mill and its surroundings and combine a stop here with exploring Kolby and the rest of southern Samsø. In poor weather or fading light, the experience is largely limited to a quick look from the road.

Around here

Nearby on the Margueritruten

• Samsø Tekniske Museum

  Museum · 1.1 km

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  Kolby Church

  Church · 1.1 km

• Kolby [Kohlbøy]

  Attraction · 1.1 km

• Ulrik Witts Hus

  Art gallery · 1.6 km

• Hårdmark

  Attraction · 1.6 km

• Fredensdal

  Museum · 1.9 km

Frequently asked

Where is Kolby Mølle located on Samsø?

Kolby Mølle stands on the road between Kolby Kås and the village of Kolby on Samsø. It lies in the southern part of the island and is reached by local roads rather than main through-routes. When planning a visit, it makes sense to see the mill as part of a wider circuit around southern Samsø rather than a standalone destination.

How much time should I plan for a visit to Kolby Mølle?

Most visitors only need a short stop at Kolby Mølle. Around 15–30 minutes is usually enough to look at the Dutch-style windmill from the outside, take photos and get a feel for its setting between Kolby Kås and Kolby. You can then continue on to other nearby sights on Samsø.

Is Kolby Mølle a big museum with many exhibitions?

Kolby Mølle is described as Samsø’s only Dutch mill on the road between Kolby Kås and Kolby, and the experience is mainly about seeing the windmill itself and its surroundings. You should not expect a large museum with extensive exhibitions, but rather a simple, low-key stop focused on the structure and its role in the rural landscape.

Can I combine a visit to Kolby Mølle with other sights nearby?

Kolby Mølle is close to other points of interest around Kolby, so it is easy to include it in a wider round trip. You can combine a brief stop at the windmill with places such as Samsø Tekniske Museum, Kolby Church or Fredensdal to make better use of your time in this part of the island.

Is Kolby Mølle worth the detour from Margueritruten?

Kolby Mølle is around 20 kilometres from the signed Margueritruten and suits travellers who enjoy traditional windmills or are already exploring Samsø. If you are short on time, it is more of an optional extra than a key highlight, but it can be a pleasant short stop when paired with other sights on the island.

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