Zelfplukboomgaard ’t Straatje in Zaltbommel is a pick-your-own apple orchard where visitors can harvest their own apples during the autumn season. The orchard has traditionally opened for self-picking in October, though availability depends on the harvest each year. In 2025, the farm will no longer offer its “Adopt a Bommel Apple Tree” scheme, where visitors could lease a tree for a season, but the orchard remains open for picking under new arrangements.

Apples are the main crop, with varieties such as Jonagold grown in the orchard. Visitors pay for what they pick by weight, and the farm provides instructions on how to harvest the fruit properly. A short video on the website demonstrates the correct picking technique. The orchard is wheelchair-accessible, with designated parking and an entrance suitable for visitors with mobility needs.

The farm is open during the picking season, though exact dates and hours vary yearly based on weather and crop conditions. In previous years, self-picking was limited to specific days in October, with some years restricted to those who had adopted trees. The orchard is located between Zaltbommel and Gameren, with parking available along Het Straatje or in nearby Beemstraat during busy periods.

Beyond apples, the farm has experimented with other activities, such as a collective vegetable garden and workshops on pruning fruit trees, though these are not always available. The orchard also previously offered the option to press your own apples into juice at external locations, though this service is no longer provided on-site. The farm is run by Wouter van Teeffelen, a fruit-growing advisor who also offers guidance on cultivating fruit in private gardens.

What visitors say

The farm has a cosy, welcoming atmosphere. Visitors describe it as a pleasant place to spend time, with a relaxed vibe that makes picking feel like a leisurely outing rather than a chore. There’s no mention of crowds or long waits, so it’s likely a quieter spot. The one review doesn’t go into specifics about what’s grown or how the picking works, but the tone suggests it’s straightforward and enjoyable.

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