Wisboomgemaal

pumping station in Kinderdijk

#1 in Kinderdijk / #264 in Netherlands

by A. J. van der Wal

/ CC BY-SA 4.0

Wisboomgemaal is a historic steam-powered pumping station located in Kinderdijk, Netherlands. Built in 1868, this facility played a crucial role in managing water levels in the region, which is known for its extensive network of windmills and waterways. The Wisboomgemaal is part of the larger Kinderdijk-Elshout UNESCO World Heritage Site, which showcases the innovative Dutch water management techniques developed over centuries.

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