De Bessentuin is a blueberry farm and soft fruit nursery located in the small community of Brucht, in the Vechtdal region. Established in 1999, the farm moved to its current location in 2004 and has since expanded to cultivate a wide variety of berries. The farm grows six different varieties of blueberries, ensuring a continuous harvest throughout the summer. Visitors can pick their own fruit from the fields, which are planted in spacious rows to accommodate everyone, including those using mobility scooters or pushing prams. The farm also has an on-site shop offering fresh and processed products year-round, such as frozen berries, jams, sauces, chutneys, and locally produced blueberry wine, juice, liqueur, ice cream, and beer. Additional amenities include restrooms, wheelchair-accessible parking, and a wheelchair-accessible entrance.

Available Produce for Self-Picking and Seasons:

Blueberries (Blauwe bessen): July through September.
Raspberries (Frambozen): June and July.
Red currants (Rode bessen): late June into July.
Black currants (Zwarte bessen): early July to mid-August.
Blackberries (Bramen): late July into September.
Gooseberries (Kruisbessen): available in red and green; season varies but typically available in summer.
White currants: also available for picking in summer.

Opening Hours:

Monday through Saturday: 10:00 – 17:00
Sunday: Closed Note: During the peak season (July and August), opening hours are extended to 09:00 – 17:00 on weekdays, and Sunday from 13:00 – 17:00.

Season of Operation: The farm is open for self-picking from late June through September, depending on weather and crop ripeness. The farm shop remains open year-round on Saturdays from 10:00 – 17:00 and offers frozen blueberries and other shelf-stable products throughout the winter months.

What visitors say

This self-picking farm offers an exceptional and affordable experience, widely praised for its welcoming atmosphere and high-quality produce. Visitors can enjoy harvesting a diverse range of delicious berries, including blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, gooseberries, and redcurrants, with prices consistently noted as significantly lower than retail.

Beyond the enjoyable picking activity, the farm provides a pleasant and tranquil setting. Guests can relax in comfortable seating areas, often under shady trees, while savoring artisanal coffee, tea, muffins, or delectable farm-made ice cream. The friendly and helpful owners frequently receive commendation for their hospitality and knowledge of berry cultivation.

The farm also features a small shop brimming with local and homemade regional products such as jams, chutneys, juices, honey, fresh fruit, and even beef. It is highly regarded as a safe and engaging destination for children, offering free parking and accessible fields, making it a recommended outing for all ages, even on overcast days. While the overall feedback is overwhelmingly positive, one isolated review mentioned a concern regarding pesticide spraying from a neighboring field, which impacted that visitor’s experience.

Facilities in this u-pick farm

Farm shop Farm shop

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