lettuce - Discover U-Pick farms in the Netherlands

Picking your own lettuce in the Netherlands is a delight—fresh, crisp leaves waiting to be plucked straight from the soil. There’s something satisfying about choosing the perfect head, feeling the crunch of the stems, and filling your basket with vibrant greens. It’s even better with friends or family, turning it into a sunny outing with laughter and the shared joy of gathering something you’ll later enjoy together.

Once home, lettuce shines in salads, wraps, or as a crunchy bed for grilled meats. Try these recipes:

Lemon-Garlic Lettuce Wraps: Sauté minced garlic in olive oil, toss with shredded lettuce, a squeeze of lemon, and a sprinkle of parmesan. Wrap in warm tortillas.
Grilled Lettuce with Bacon: Halve romaine hearts, brush with olive oil, and grill for 2 minutes. Top with crispy bacon bits and a drizzle of balsamic glaze.

For a refreshing twist, blend lettuce into a green smoothie with apple, cucumber, and mint. Or, if you’re feeling fancy, muddle a few leaves into a Garden Gin Fizz: mix gin, lemon juice, simple syrup, and soda water over ice, then garnish with a lettuce leaf.

Decoratively, tuck small lettuce leaves into floral arrangements for a fresh, edible touch. And for a calming herbal tea, steep lettuce leaves with hot water, honey, and a slice of ginger—light and soothing.

Whether picked solo or with loved ones, lettuce brings a bit of garden joy straight to your table.

Ecologische Tuinderij De Tilgrupshof

vegetables, herbs

friesland

De Tilgrupshof is a self-picking farm in Appelscha, Netherlands, cultivating ecological vegetables since January 2024. The farm is part of an area focused on increasing biodiversity through ecological farming practices. Members, called “oogstgenoten” (harvest companions), pay an annual fee for the right to harvest their own vegetables and herbs for about 30 weeks, from mid-May to November. They can harvest 4 to 5 days a week. The farm operates on the Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) principle.

Tuinderij 't Wild

vegetables

noord-brabant

Tuinderij ’t Wild is a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) farm located on Hustenweg in Rosmalen, Netherlands. The farm is run by Linda, who cultivates various vegetables without using artificial fertilizers or pesticides. The CSA model involves customers becoming “deelgenoten” (shareholders) by paying an annual contribution upfront. In return, they can harvest fresh vegetables from the land for their own use throughout the season, which runs from June to November. The farm provides information on what can be harvested each week, including quantities and harvesting instructions. All necessary tools and guidance are provided. A full share costs €300 (including VAT) for the season, providing enough vegetables for one adult to harvest 5-6 different vegetables per week. A trial share is also available for €60 (including VAT), allowing you to harvest for 4 weeks.

Klein Alma

vegetables, flowers, herbs

groningen

Tuinderij Klein Alma is a self-picking farm in Bedum, run by Aukje Stoffelsma, her husband Stefan, volunteers, trainees, and picking participants. Aukje Stoffelsma started the farm in 2019 after graduating from Warmonderhof, a school for biodynamic agriculture. The farm operates on a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) principle, where customers buy “harvest shares” for the season, allowing them to harvest their own produce weekly. This supports healthy agriculture and the local economy.

Kweekland

fruits, vegetables, herbs

gelderland

Stadstuin Kweekland is a green oasis in Arnhem, Netherlands, located on a south-facing slope near Sonsbeek Park. This urban farm spans 8,200 square meters and features two greenhouses and a landscape design inspired by the English countryside. The farm aims to be an ’edible landscape’ with a diverse selection of edible trees, shrubs, crops, flowers, and vegetables. As a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) farm since 2020, Kweekland relies on members who pay an annual fee for the right to harvest their own produce. CSA membership allows access to the garden from April 1st to December 1st, from sunrise to sunset.

Hof Bredelaar

fruits, vegetables, flowers, herbs

gelderland

Hof Bredelaar is a self-picking farm located in Elst, Netherlands. It operates within Park Lingezegen, between Arnhem and Nijmegen. The farm cultivates a wide range of fresh, organically grown vegetables, fruits, herbs, and edible flowers, all without pesticides. Customers can purchase a harvest subscription allowing them to pick their own produce whenever they like. The farm emphasizes sustainability, investing in healthy soil, biodiversity, and natural balance. This results in flavorful, nutritious crops.