Jen W.
7/10/2025
Excellent stop in Elkhorn, IA. This windmill was dismantled in Denmark and shipped to IA where it was restored and reconstructed. Definitely pay the five dollar entry (adults) to go inside!...
Danish Windmill Gift Shop
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4038 Main St
Elk Horn, IA 51531
The Danish Windmill is a museum for all people interested in Denmark, Danish customs, Scandinavian traditions and, of course, windmills. Elk Horn’s Danish windmill is America’s only authentic working Danish windmill. The mill, originally built in Nørre Snede, Denmark in 1848 was brought to the United States in November, 1975 and rebuilt in Elk Horn, Iowa by community volunteers in 1976, America’s Bicentennial year. Open 7 days a week.
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Erin P.
7/7/2025
On the way home from a road trip I kept seeing signs that said "come see the Danish windmill" so I said "why not?" and took a little detour to check this out since it was on our way! I'm so glad...
Patty Z.
9/5/2025
If I could give this place a million stars I would. It is an oasis in Iowa. Here you find an authentic 1848 Danish windmill brought over from Denmark and lot of interesting Danish and Viking...
Hillary P.
6/13/2024
Just the cutest little gift shop about 2 miles north of I 80. It's a worthwhile stop while you stretch your legs. The windmill is actually originally from Denmark. You can take a tour for a minor...
Donna B.
6/27/2024
This was a great stop in Iowa! A small little town, with lots of Danish culture. This Danish windmill was brought over from Denmark in the 70's lots of history, as long as a Viking house, tiny...
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