Brundby Stubmølle
One of Denmark’s oldest post mills, Brundby Stubmølle pairs centuries-old milling history with wide Samsø views from a peaceful hill just above the village.
Perched on a low hill just outside the village of Brundby on Samsø, Brundby Stubmølle is one of Denmark’s oldest surviving post mills and one of only 16 of its kind left in the country. Dating back to the 1600s, this wooden windmill once ground grain for local farms and today offers a close-up look at traditional milling technology along with sweeping views over the gently rolling southern part of the island. In summer, the mill occasionally opens so you can step inside its creaking timber body, while the surrounding grassy area with benches invites a lingering picnic stop.
A brief summary to Brundby Stubmølle
- Brundbyvej 23A, Samsø Municipality, 8305, DK
- +4586592150
- Duration: 0.5 to 1.5 hours
- Budget
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Outdoor
- Mobile reception: 4 out of 5
- Monday 1 pm-4 pm
- Thursday 1 pm-4 pm
Local tips
- Time your visit for a summer Monday or Thursday afternoon if you want the chance to step inside the mill’s interior and see the wooden machinery up close.
- Bring a picnic and use the benches near the mill; the spot is exposed to wind and sun, so pack an extra layer and perhaps a hat on bright days.
- Wear comfortable shoes for the short but slightly uphill walk from the parking area along the public track and grassy path.
- Combine the mill with a stroll through Brundby village and other nearby viewpoints on Samsø to make a relaxed half-day outing.
For the on-the-go comforts that matter to you
- Seating Areas
- Picnic Areas
- Information Boards
- Trash Bins
Getting There
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Bus and short walk from Tranebjerg
From Tranebjerg, use the local Samsø bus service toward Brundby; the ride typically takes about 10–15 minutes, with standard Danish island bus fares in the range of 20–35 DKK one way depending on ticket type. Services run several times a day in the main season but can be less frequent outside summer. From the nearest stop in Brundby village, expect an easy 10–15 minute walk on minor roads and a rural track to reach the mill’s hilltop position.
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Bicycle from Ballen or Tranebjerg
Cycling is one of the most pleasant ways to reach the mill on Samsø’s quiet roads. From Ballen harbour, the ride via Tranebjerg to Brundby generally takes 25–40 minutes at a relaxed pace, with gentle hills but no demanding climbs. Rental bikes on the island usually cost around 80–150 DKK per day depending on type and season. The final approach to the mill follows a short gravel track and grassy path, which most standard bikes can handle if you dismount for the last stretch.
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Car or taxi from Sælvig ferry harbour
Arriving by ferry at Sælvig, you can drive to Brundby Stubmølle in roughly 20–25 minutes on well-maintained island roads. There is informal parking along the access track partway up the hill, after which a brief uphill walk leads to the mill. Hiring a taxi for the trip typically costs in the region of 150–250 DKK one way depending on season and waiting time; advance booking is advisable during busy summer weeks.
Brundby Stubmølle location weather suitability
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Discover more about Brundby Stubmølle
A hilltop windmill with centuries of stories
Brundby Stubmølle crowns a small rise just north of the village of Brundby on Samsø, its weathered wooden body and long sails instantly drawing the eye across the open fields. This is not just any windmill: it is a classic post mill, a type where the whole timber structure pivots around a massive central post to face the wind. The mill’s origins reach back to the 1600s, when it stood on the island of Endelave before being sold to Samsø in 1683. First erected on the hill of Dansebjerg south of Brundby, it was moved again in 1817 to its current position, where it served the farming community until 1939. Standing close, you can trace the age of the building in its darkened planks, iron fittings and sturdy beams, all shaped for work rather than ornament. The simple, functional silhouette against the sky speaks of a time when harnessing the wind was cutting‑edge technology and vital to rural survival.Inside the workings of a post mill
On selected summer afternoons the doors of Brundby Stubmølle open, and you can climb inside the compact wooden shell. Here, the mill’s interior reveals itself as a vertical workshop. Thick beams carry the weight of the structure, while heavy gears, shafts and millstones show how wind power was translated into grinding force. The entire body of the mill once rotated around the central post using a tailpole and wheel, allowing the miller to catch even slight shifts in the breeze. Within the dim interior you can imagine the dust, clatter and rhythmic creak of the machinery when the mill was in full operation. Interpretive information, when available, helps explain each component, from the sails and brake wheel to the stones that turned grain into flour for the surrounding farms. It is an intimate, tactile way to understand pre‑industrial engineering.Views over Samsø’s soft landscape
Even if the mill itself is closed, the hillside setting makes the visit rewarding. A short walk up from the access track brings you to a grassy plateau around the structure, where simple benches and tables offer a natural pause. From here, views open across southern Samsø’s patchwork of fields, hedgerows and scattered farmsteads, with the sea shimmering in the distance on clear days. The exposed position means you are almost always aware of the wind, the very force that once powered the mill. On a bright afternoon the sails cast moving shadows on the ground; on a more brooding day, clouds race overhead and the structure feels like a steadfast landmark anchoring the landscape.A quiet stop woven into village life
Brundby Stubmølle sits just beyond Brundby’s houses and gardens, close enough to feel part of village life yet set apart on its own small hill. The approach is along a public path and farm track rather than a busy road, so the mood is unhurried and rural. Birds call from nearby hedges, and you may hear distant tractors instead of traffic. It is easy to incorporate a visit into a wider exploration of Samsø, linking it with nearby villages, coastlines and farm shops. Because the site is compact and open, it suits both a brief photo stop and a lingered picnic. The simple arrangement encourages a slower rhythm: sitting on a bench, walking a loop around the structure to see it from every angle, and watching how it changes against the sky as light shifts.Living heritage of Danish windmills
Today Brundby Stubmølle is protected as a historic structure and maintained as part of Denmark’s dwindling collection of post mills. With only a handful of these early windmills still standing, each surviving example helps tell the story of how wind power transformed rural economies long before electricity. Here, that story is unusually complete: a mill that has moved from island to island, adapted to new settings, and outlived the very farming systems it once supported. Visiting this modest yet significant structure offers a sense of continuity between past and present. The mill no longer grinds grain, but it still reads the wind, still commands its hill, and still links today’s visitors with centuries of island life on Samsø.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
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The small Summer Hotel
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The Kanhave Canal
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Unmissable attractions to see
Dansebjerg
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Samsø Island Distillery
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Samsø Museum
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Strandlyst - Hotel
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Falkecenter Samsø ApS
2.1 km
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Festivalpladsen
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Tidselkorridoren
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Samsø Egnsarkiv
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Husmandsstedet Fredensdal
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Samsø Badehotel Ilse Made
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Samsø Badehotel
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Stakladen Besser
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Besser Udsigtstårn
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The Morgan Garage
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Samsø Rederi
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The green-hearted ferry link between Samsø and Jutland, turning a one-hour crossing into the relaxed first chapter of your island escape.
Essential places to dine
rumogrooms.dk - Hotel og Madhus Rumogrooms
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Den Gule Parasol
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Carlo's Corner
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Samsø Madhus
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Flinchs Hotel
1.8 km
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Molevitten
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Lively Samsø hangout in Ballen mixing local-produce dinners, a friendly bar and live music, where islanders and visitors share long evenings by the harbour.
Pizzeria Maya
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Cozy island pizzeria in Ballen serving creative stone‑baked pizzas, pastas and wine in a relaxed, harbor‑side setting on Denmark’s vegetable‑rich Samsø.
I Haven Bistro
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Ballen Badehotel
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Don Juan Restaurant & Pizzaria
2.0 km
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Den Gamle Butik
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Syv Ni 13 på Strandlyst
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Samsø Værftet
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Restaurant Dokken
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Ballen Fisk
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
MoltkeDesign
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Huge Market on the island
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Eskehus Samsø
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DanChurchSocial Op Shop
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Hobbyboden Scrapworld – Din onlline hobby butik indenfor scrapbooking, kort og mixed media
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A cozy island outlet of a major Danish scrapbooking webshop, packed with papers, stamps and mixed-media supplies for creative travelers on Samsø.
SuperBrugsen
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The practical heart of Tranebjerg and Samsø’s go-to supermarket for fresh local produce, Danish staples, and everyday essentials throughout your island stay.
Ny Form Samsø
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Buur - Items & Clothing - Coffee
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Imerco
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El-Salg Bissø ApS
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Tøjhuset
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Samsø Grej
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P II Samsø, kunst - antik - design, Langgade 38, 8305 Samsø
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Red Cross Op Shop
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Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Vinkapellet Samsø
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Ræven
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rullen
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Garagen
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Laid-back island bar in the woods of Strandskoven, blending rustic charm, simple drinks and live music with the easy coastal rhythm of Samsø.
Samsø Bryghus
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Kalundborg Jazzclub
33.7 km
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Cafe Lillebælt
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Cozy Kalundborg café-bar blending everyday Danish hygge, simple comfort food and drinks, and a neighborhood atmosphere a short stroll from the harbor.
Kontoret
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King's Pub
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Slotskældergården
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Shooters
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Next Door Pool Bar
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Solbjerg Bodega
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Umage Ølbar
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Stockfleths Østers & Bobbelbar
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Nightclubs & after hour spots
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Lounge 8000
44.6 km
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GBAR
44.7 km
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ZenZa Cocktailbar
44.7 km
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Rustik Bar & Natklub - Aarhus
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Bar Smil Aarhus
44.9 km
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Bernhardt Natklub
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DCD STUDIO
45.0 km
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Hornsleth Bar Aarhus
45.2 km
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For the vibe & atmosphere seeker
- Scenic
- Tranquil
- Relaxing
- Unique
- Casual
For the design and aesthetic lover
- Rustic Designs
- Vintage Styles
For the architecture buff
- Historic
- Landmarks
- Viewpoints
For the view chaser and sunset hunter
- Iconic Views
- Panoramas
- Sunset Spots
For the social media creator & influencer
- Photo Spots
- Selfie Spots
- Architectural Shots
- Instagrammable
- Reel-Friendly
For the eco-conscious traveler
- Low Impact
- Public-Transport Accessible
- Leave-No-Trace Critical
- Locally Managed
For the kind of experience you’re after
- Cultural Heritage
- Photowalk
- Adventure Photo Shoot
- Day Trip
- Roadtrip Stop
- Myth & Legends
For how adventurous you want the journey to be
- Easy Access
Location Audience
- Family Friendly
- Senior Friendly
- Child Friendly
- Teen Friendly
- Solo Friendly
- Couple Friendly
- Solo Female Friendly
- Vegetarian Friendly
- Vegan Friendly
