U-pick farm Camping Jachthaven en Blauwe Bessen zelfpluktuin 'De Lytse Brekken'

De Lytse Brekken is a tranquil mini-camping and marina located in Follega, Friesland, nestled between the Frisian lakes. This small-scale property features 25 spacious pitches suitable for tents and campers, a private beach, and a 16-berth marina with easy access to the water. Modern sanitary facilities and WiFi are available on site.

The property is known for its blueberry self-picking garden. Visitors can pick their own blueberries during the summer harvest season; the garden is currently closed and will reopen for the 2026 season. Exact opening times for the picking season will be announced at that time.

The campsite and marina are open for the season from April through September. High-season rates apply during peak summer weeks and public holiday weekends. The marina offers both annual and passer-by mooring. Guests can enjoy on-site amenities including a playground, fishing opportunities, and a designated picnic area. The location is accessible for wheelchairs with accessible parking and an accessible entrance, and dogs are permitted.

What visitors say

This establishment consistently receives high praise for its tranquil and scenic location, serving effectively as both a welcoming mini-camping and a charming marina, often complemented by a delightful blueberry self-picking farm. Guests frequently describe it as a peaceful retreat where one can truly unwind, making it an ideal spot for nature enthusiasts, campers, and boaters alike.

The camping and motorhome pitches are lauded for their ample space, many offering picturesque views of the surrounding waters, including the Groote Brekken and the Prinses Margriet Canal. The sanitary facilities are consistently reported as clean, functional, and well-maintained, featuring warm showers that do not require tokens. While generally excellent, some visitors noted that facilities could become busy during peak times, and the access road leading to the site is quite narrow. Good Wi-Fi reception is now available, addressing a previous concern.

For those arriving by water, the small marina provides pleasant mooring options and a convenient boat ramp, alongside excellent opportunities for fishing. The proprietors, particularly Linda, are frequently highlighted for their exceptional friendliness, hospitality, and helpfulness, even going so far as to assist guests during unforeseen circumstances like a summer storm.

The on-site blueberry farm is a popular attraction, offering delicious self-picked blueberries and a fun activity for children during the season. However, one notable dissenting opinion came from a family who felt the management was unwelcoming towards children’s noise and fishing activities, despite the impression given by the website, advising others with similar interests to seek an alternative. This stands out as an exception to the otherwise overwhelmingly positive feedback.

Overall, the location is considered beautiful and offers ample opportunities for cycling and boating, with charming towns like Lemmer and Woudsend within cycling distance, though shops are a bit further afield. The experience is widely recommended, with many guests looking forward to return visits, appreciating the combination of natural beauty, well-kept facilities, and genuinely warm service, all at what is perceived by most to be a very fair price.

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