Ta’ Kola Windmill, Central Region Travel Guide

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Step back in time at Ta’ Kola Windmill in Gozo, a living museum showcasing traditional milling and rural life from the Knights' period.

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Ta’ Kola Windmill

Ta’ Kola Windmill in Xagħra, Gozo, is one of the few surviving windmills on the Maltese Islands, dating back to 1725. Now a museum, it offers a fascinating insight into Gozitan rural life with its original milling mechanism, tools, and the miller's living quarters.

A brief summary to Ta’ Kola Windmill

Il Bambina, Xagħra, XRA 2112, MT
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Monday 10 am-6 pm
Tuesday 10 am-6 pm
Wednesday 10 am-6 pm
Thursday 10 am-6 pm
Friday 10 am-6 pm
Saturday 10 am-6 pm
Sunday 10 am-6 pm

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Know before you go

Hi, I'm Eve. Here are a few practical things to know before exploring Ta’ Kola Windmill.

Combine your visit with a trip to the nearby Ġgantija Temples, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, as a combo ticket is available.
Check the opening hours before you go, as Ta’ Kola Windmill is closed on certain holidays.
Allow at least one hour to fully explore the windmill and its exhibits.
The closest bus stop is a short walk away, making it easily accessible by public transport.

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Getting There

Public Transport

From the Mġarr Ferry Terminal in Gozo, take bus 307 or 322 towards Xagħra. The bus journey takes approximately 20 minutes. Get off at the Xagħra bus stop. From there, it's a short, signposted walk to Ta’ Kola Windmill. A single bus ticket costs €2.
Taxi/Ride-Sharing

From the Mġarr Ferry Terminal, a taxi or ride-sharing service (like Bolt) to Ta’ Kola Windmill in Xagħra takes around 11 minutes. The cost is approximately €10-€15. Taxis are readily available at the ferry terminal.
Walking

While possible, walking from the Mġarr Ferry Terminal to Ta' Kola Windmill is a considerable distance (approximately 6km) and not recommended due to the lack of pedestrian-friendly routes. Consider using public transport or a taxi for a more convenient journey.

Discover more about Ta’ Kola Windmill

Ta’ Kola Windmill, located in the village of Xagħra on Gozo, offers a captivating journey into the island's rural past. Built in 1725 during the reign of Grand Master Manoel de Vilhena of the Knights of St. John, and rebuilt in the 1780s, it stands as one of the few remaining windmills in Malta that still features its sails and internal milling mechanisms.The windmill, named after Nikola (Kola) Grech, the last miller who operated it, provides a glimpse into the life of a traditional miller and craftsman. The ground floor showcases a workshop filled with tools used for carpentry, smithing, and stone dressing, reflecting the skills needed to maintain the windmill. The first floor recreates the miller's family living quarters, complete with period furniture, a kitchen with traditional utensils, and bedrooms.Visitors can explore the central cylindrical tower, which houses the original circular grinding stones used to crush grain into flour. The museum also displays a collection of tools, offering a tangible connection to the past and showcasing the ingenuity and resourcefulness of Gozitan villagers. Ta’ Kola Windmill provides an immersive experience, transporting visitors back to a simpler time and offering a deeper understanding of Gozo's cultural heritage.