Paintmill De Kat, Zaandam: Photos, Reviews & Location

Built in 1646 as an oil mill, this windmill was rebuilt in 1782 & moved to this position in 1960.

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#4 of 5 Historical landmarks in Zaandam #3 of 5 Tourist attractions in Zaandam

LocalGuideWorld score: 4.70

0.1 km from the center of Zaandam

Rating breakdown

5 ★79%
4 ★17%
3 ★2%
2 ★0%
1 ★2%

Kalverringdijk 29, 1509 BT Zaandam, Netherlands

verfmolendekat.com

+31 75 621 0477

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What is the rating of Paintmill De Kat?: Paintmill De Kat is rated 4.7 out of 5 based on 658 reviews.
How does Paintmill De Kat rank in Zaandam?: Paintmill De Kat is #4 of 5 Historical landmarks in Zaandam by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
Where is Paintmill De Kat located?: Kalverringdijk 29, 1509 BT Zaandam, Netherlands — 0.1 km from the center of Zaandam.
How can I contact Paintmill De Kat?: Phone: +31 75 621 0477 · Website: verfmolendekat.com

Reviews (8)

Maja Ivić 2024 Jan 07

De Kat was originally an oil mill but was rebuilt after a fire and is since a chalk mill. The chalk is combined with pigments to make paints. We had the I Amsterdam Card so we could go in for free, otherwise I think it's 2 or 3 euros to enter, but it's really worth it. You can climb up the steep stairs to go into the room with gears, and from there out onto the deck. From there you can see the blades (sails) upclose and also take a nice panoramic photo of other nearby mills. Definitely don't miss.

A Miruru 2023 Dec 12

Very cool exhibit of what it looks like inside a windmill. You also learn about how it operates with education video. Definitely go outside on the deck and feel the power of the wind!!

Sandra Incendiario 2023 Oct 02

Beautiful amd breath taking. Did a 3 hour tour from Amsterdam. Made our weekend extra special. Felt so peaceful and calm with breath taking views.

Eliane Camus 2023 Sep 14

The most interesting windmill in Zaanse Schans, definitely worth the visit.
Seems to be the most popular though, the place was too crowded on a Sunday afternoon. They should regulate the number of visitors coming in.

Beware staircases inside are steep and I saw many elderly people struggling with it.
If you are coming with kids, keep on eye on them.

Also on windy days be careful not to get too close to the windmill sails on the observation deck because they are turning very quickly 😅

Flavio Pimentel 2023 Aug 25

Awesome place to enter during your visit to Zanse Schans. You can see how the windmill produces paint powder with its gears system. It’s also possible to climb to the top and enjoy the amazing views. The tickets cost 5,50 per adult and 3,50 kids. There’s also a small shop for souvenirs inside.

Cristi D 2023 Aug 22

Very interesting and highly entertaining working windmill. The wooden machineries inside are an attraction in itself especially when working - definetely worth the 5.5 eur entrance fee.
Get on the top floor outside, see the panorama and maybe you'll be lucky to actually see how the windmill is rotated into the wind
Very crowded in the afternoon - so if you get there when is crowded, just pass on the the last mills - There are almost no turists visiting those.

Yang Yang 2023 Jul 22

This windmill allows you to go upstairs to oversee the village, the entry costs 5.5 euros. I think it was a special experience, though the tour was rather short.

William Case 2023 Jul 11

A must-do experience if you visit the Netherlands, go inside a windmill! We got there early, just before the tour buses. This particular windmill did not get too busy. You can go inside and climb right out on the deck when the windmill is doing its thing. Very cool on a beautiful day. Plus, it's amazing to see and hear the inside...