Blauwebessenland is a self-picking farm located in America, on the Limburg side of the Mariapeel in the Netherlands, specializing entirely in blueberries. Visitors have the opportunity to pick their own fresh blueberries from fields featuring multiple varieties. The self-picking season typically runs from July to mid-August, with specific dates announced annually. The cost for self-picking is €4.50 per kilogram, and no prior reservation is required.
In addition to self-picking, the farm operates a shop that offers a wide array of fresh, preserved, and processed blueberry products. Guests can also enjoy refreshments on a terrace, including coffee with homemade blueberry cake or ice cream, and a small playground is available for children. Blauwebessenland provides guided tours, offering insights into blueberry cultivation and the farm’s operations, available during specific periods from February to June and September to October. The farm emphasizes environmentally conscious cultivation across its approximately 10 hectares of blueberry fields, with berries harvested both manually for the fresh market and mechanically for processing.
The farm is situated in a tourist-friendly area, making it a suitable destination to combine with other local activities. The farm’s shop is generally open on the first Saturday of each month from 10:00 to 15:00, with February typically being closed. Visitors are encouraged to check the latest announcements for current self-picking dates and detailed opening hours.
What visitors say
This self-picking farm and garden offers a delightful experience primarily centered around harvesting fresh blueberries, an activity consistently praised as enjoyable, affordable, and perfect for families with children. Visitors appreciate the chance to pick their own berries, often citing the excellent value compared to supermarket prices, with some enthusiastically collecting many kilos for jams and other uses. Many describe the experience as relaxing and even meditative.
Beyond the fields, the location features a welcoming café and shop where guests can savor a variety of delicious blueberry-infused products. Popular choices include blueberry ice cream, cakes, pastries, pancakes, juices, and even wine, all frequently lauded for their freshness and quality. The menu also offers good lunch options, with some highlights like asparagus soup. The staff are repeatedly described as friendly, hospitable, and providing good service, contributing to the pleasant and cozy atmosphere of the indoor and outdoor seating areas.
The farm is particularly well-suited for families, thanks to a small-scale and well-maintained indoor and outdoor playground that keeps children entertained. It’s often seen as an ideal stop for cyclists, nestled in a beautiful setting amidst fields. While most feedback is overwhelmingly positive, a few minor points of critique include occasional slow service in the cafeteria due to staff shortages and suggestions for tidying up the outdoor play area. One reviewer also noted that blueberry pastries might be seasonal and pointed out an accessibility challenge at the shop entrance despite having an accessible toilet. However, the overall sentiment remains highly positive, with many visitors expressing a strong desire to return.