The mill was built using local sandstone, reflecting the geological composition of the Rudice region.
It survived the German occupation during WWII, during which it was briefly used by the Resistance.
The windmill was intentionally built without a rotating mechanism for the sails, which is unconventional for Dutch-style mills.
The Rudice geological site surrounding the mill is a protected natural monument known for its karst phenomena.
The interior contains an exhibition dedicated to the 'Rudice Cave System', one of the largest in the Czech Republic.
The Rudice Windmill is a Dutch-style masonry windmill situated on the Rudice plateau in the Moravian Karst. Originally built in 1865, it functioned as a flour mill until 1912. The structure was converted into a museum in 1994, documenting local geology, speleology, and metallurgical history. The building features a unique conical roof and circular stone masonry walls. Exhibits within the tower highlight the extraction and processing of iron ore and kaolin, which were historically significant to the region. The upper floors serve as a gallery for local history and traditional crafts. It remains one of the few preserved windmills of its type in the Czech Republic.
The grassy vantage point directly in front of the mill entrance captures the full structure against the horizon.
Combine your visit with a short hike to the nearby Rudice sinkhole (Rudické propadání).
Check the local weather forecast before visiting, as the plateau is exposed to high winds.
Bring sturdy footwear if you intend to explore the surrounding nature trails.
Do not attempt to climb the windmill structure outside of designated museum access areas.
Open seasonally from spring through autumn; closed during winter months.
