mirabelles - Discover U-Pick farms in the Netherlands

Picking mirabelles is a delight—plucking the sun-warmed fruit straight from the tree, the sweet scent filling the air. It’s even better with friends or family, turning the harvest into a shared adventure. Fill your basket, laugh over the juiciest finds, and savor the simple joy of gathering nature’s candy.

Once home, enjoy mirabelles fresh or try them in:

Mirabelle Jam: Simmer 1 kg mirabelles (pitted), 500g sugar, and a splash of lemon juice until thick. Jar and savor on toast.
Mirabelle Tart: Roll out pastry, layer pitted mirabelles, sprinkle with sugar and almond flakes, bake at 180°C until golden.

For a refreshing twist, muddle a few mirabelles in a glass, add ice, 50ml gin, 20ml elderflower liqueur, and top with soda. Garnish with a sprig of mint.

Or let them shine in decor—fill a bowl with mirabelles for a sunny centerpiece, or string dried slices into garlands for a rustic touch. Their golden hue brings warmth to any room.

And if you’ve picked enough, steep a handful in hot water with honey for a soothing tea, or infuse them in vodka for a homemade liqueur. The possibilities are as sweet as the fruit itself.

Fruitboerderij (Görtz Fruit)

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The Fruit Farm is a family-run business located on the banks of the Meuse river, where they have been growing fruits for over 150 years. They offer holiday accommodations for groups of 16 to 30 people, including a Wine House, a Farm, and a Sheep’s Hut. During the harvest season, the farm organizes “plukdagen” (picking days) where visitors can pick their own morellen (sour cherries), mirabellen (yellow plums), and/or blue plums. They also offer the option to adopt a fruit tree (apple or pear) and harvest its fruit.