The Sans-Souci Windmill

When you wander into the Sans-Souci Palace in Potsdam’s picturesque park, it's hard to miss the windmill. Built in the mid-18th century under the reign of Frederick the Great, it served both practical and aesthetic purposes. Functionally, it ground grain to produce flour for the royal household and locals. Artistically, it enhanced the idyllic landscape surrounding the palace, embodying Frederick's vision of a serene retreat. Yet, amidst its beauty, a legend whispers of Frederick's frustration with its noise, lamenting, 'Why did I build my palace so close to a coffee grinder? – Sans-Souci Palace, Potsdam, Brandenburg, Germany.