Discover houtzaagmolen De Salamander
De Salamander is a typical Dutch sawmill, located in Leidschendam. While we don’t know when the mill was first built, we know it was reconstructed around 1778, after it was destroyed in a huge fire. After the second sawmill, De Hoop, also burnt down in 1895, a steam engine was installed so that sawing could continue in windless conditions, which was quite new in those days. This steam engine was fired with scrap wood.
The sawmill remained in operation until 1953, after which it fell into disrepair and was no longer maintained. After several decades, the Stichting Opbouw Salamander was founded, which organised the reconstruction and maintenance of the mill. The working sawmill is certainly worth a visit! After visiting the sawmill, you can also go for a stroll along De Oude Vliet!
Opening hours
The mill is open to visitors every Wednesday and Saturday from 12.00 to 16.00. Guides are present to welcome visitors and show them round the mill. And if there’s enough wind, the millers will obviously get the mill working.
Where can you find us?
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Startling activities
Hospitality around De Vliet
After a fun day out in Leidschendam-Voorburg, you may feel like getting a drink and a bite to eat! No problem, because around De Vliet you will find lovely hospitality outlets for every occasion!
Molendriegang Leidschendam
In the 17th century, seven mills were built in Stompwijk to drain the surrounding polders. The northernmost three were preserved. For lovers of photography, Dutch views and walks past historic locations, the Molendriegang is the place to be.