U-pick farm Boerderij Eetmeerbosch 🚜

Boerderij Eetmeerbosch is a regenerative self-pick farm and food forest located in Nijmegen-West. The farm operates on principles of agro-ecology, building healthy soil and strengthening local biodiversity. It is a community-supported agriculture (CSA) initiative where members share both the abundance and the risks of farming. The farm is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars and is open every day from 07:00 to 21:00.

Members can self-pick a wide variety of produce directly from the fields. The harvest season runs from April through December, offering access to over 120 different types of vegetables, herbs, and edible flowers. Specific crops vary by season; from April to July, you can expect lettuce varieties, pak choi, Chinese cabbage, fennel, tomatoes, cucumbers, beets, rhubarb, strawberries, peppers, leeks, kohlrabi, arugula, and sprouting broccoli. In the autumn, the harvest includes pumpkins, potatoes, Jerusalem artichokes, endive, turnip tops, parsnips, kale, and more.

From July to mid-October, members can also pick their own flowers. Options include a four-time pick pass or a weekly flower subscription, allowing you to create fresh, seasonal bouquets from regeneratively grown, unsprayed blooms. Eggs from the farm’s free-range chickens are available through a separate egg subscription. The farm also has a food forest planted in 2017, featuring berry bushes, fruit and nut trees. While the food forest is generally closed for self-picking to protect wildlife, guided tours are offered.

The farm hosts guided tours on select Saturdays in 2026 (April 4, May 2, June 6, July 4, August 8, September 5, and October 3). Long-table dinners are also held on the farm during the summer. For groups, team outings and educational excursions can be booked from April through November, on Tuesdays through Fridays. The farm is wheelchair accessible, with designated accessible parking available.

What visitors say

This self-picking farm is widely celebrated as a beautiful and wonderful destination, offering visitors a delightful experience. Patrons consistently praise the excellent growth of large, fresh vegetables, along with the availability of fruits and flowers. Many appreciate the convenient annual subscription model, which provides access for harvesting almost year-round, excluding the deepest winter and early spring months.

The farm operates on a foundation of trust, fostered by its friendly owner, and is noted for its sustainable approach to cultivation and harvesting. Beyond merely gathering produce, it’s described as a serene environment perfect for quiet walks, where one can enjoy the natural growth and even encounter charming, curious young pigs, further enhancing its idyllic appeal. The overall aesthetic of the farm is frequently highlighted as exceptionally beautiful.

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