U-pick farm De Elisabeth-Hoeve

De Elisabeth-Hoeve, a fourth-generation family farm located in Nieuw-Vennep, is a diversified agricultural business centered on arable farming. The farm cultivates crops such as potatoes, onions, beets, and wheat on approximately 60 hectares of land. Beyond traditional farming, the estate operates a farm shop and a self-harvest garden, and hosts educational programs.

The self-harvest garden offers an opportunity to pick fresh vegetables for roughly 32 weeks each season. The harvest season runs from mid-May until the end of November. Garden access is available Monday through Saturday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Participants purchase a seasonal share, allowing them to harvest a weekly portion of vegetables that are at their peak. Farming is done without artificial fertilizers or pesticides, using biological seeds where possible.

The farm shop is open on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. It is closed on Wednesdays and Sundays. Available products include fresh eggs, potatoes, onions, vegetables from the garden, and seasonal fruits in the form of jams and chutneys. Other local items such as apple and pear juice, honey, soup, cheese, butter, ice cream, flour, and quinoa are also sold seasonally. The farm is wheelchair accessible, with accessible parking and entrance.

What visitors say

Visitors consistently praise this self-picking farm for its exceptional freshness and quality of products, which are often described as being ‘straight from the land.’ The selection includes delicious butter, eggs, strawberries, and dairy, with many guests enjoying the hands-on experience of picking their own seasonal produce, such as pumpkins. Beyond fresh produce, the farm also offers local specialties like tasty fresh fries, homemade jams, and lamb meat.

The overall atmosphere is repeatedly lauded as cozy, pleasant, and an enjoyable outing, often enriched by the presence of farm animals like pigs, cats, and lambs, making it a delightful visit for families. Reviewers frequently commend the exceptionally friendly, hospitable, and knowledgeable staff and owners, highlighting their helpfulness in various situations, from assisting with parking to providing travel guidance. The farm is also appreciated for its easy accessibility, free parking, and good value for money, leading many to recommend it as a ‘go-to place’ for fresh farm goods and to encourage buying directly from the farmer.

Facilities in this u-pick farm

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Van Reeuwijk Fruit & Flowers

1.0 km — noord-holland

Van Reeuwijk Fruit & Flowers is a family-run farm and garden in Abbenes, where visitors can pick their own fruit and vegetables. The self-picking season generally runs from approximately June through September, with the 2026 season starting around June. Guests receive a picking basket and instructions at the shop before heading into the fields and greenhouses. Strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, blackcurrants, blueberries, gooseberries, plums, red and white currants, and cherries are available for picking, as are green beans, broad beans, bell peppers, string beans, beets, zucchini, tomatoes, cucumbers, and butternut squash. Picking availability varies by month: strawberries from end of May to early October; raspberries from early July to late August; blackberries from end of July to early September; cherries from end of June to early August; gooseberries and blueberries from July to August; blackcurrants and red/white currants from June to July; plums from end of July to early August; green beans and courgettes from July to August; broad beans in June; bell peppers, string beans, and beets in August; tomatoes and cucumbers from end of June to September; and butternut squash from end of August as long as supplies last. Due to weather and natural growing cycles, specific daily availability can change, so checking for updates before visiting is recommended. No reservations are needed for picking.

Landgoed de Olmenhorst

1.6 km — noord-holland

Landgoed de Olmenhorst is a 31-hectare estate and biological orchard located in Lisserbroek, in the heart of the Randstad. Since 1854, the family-run property has been a working farm, transitioning fully to organic fruit cultivation in 2005. The estate is characterized by its extensive apple and pear orchards, with over 60,000 fruit trees, and is recognized as a voluntary bird sanctuary. The land offers a green oasis for visitors seeking nature, relaxation, and a range of activities throughout the year.

Pluktuin Kweeklust

5.7 km — zuid-holland

Pumpkin Factory and Pluktuin Kweeklust is a self-pick farm and garden located in Lisse. In addition to a flower garden, the farm has a strong focus on pumpkins. A wide variety of pumpkins are available, including large, small, orange, white, green, gray, and salmon pink varieties; most are edible and can be used decoratively before being cooked. The pumpkin harvest takes place in mid-September with a harvest festival, after which the pumpkins are displayed around the house on tables and in crates. On weekends, pumpkin-based dishes are often prepared for visitors to taste. The pumpkin garden operates on a “help yourself” basis, with payment made via a payment request. Pumpkins are available starting in September. The Pumpkin Factory location is open daily from 08:00 to 20:00. The flower garden (Pluktuin Kweeklust) is open from July and operates on a limited schedule: Wednesday and Thursday from 13:00 to 17:00, and Friday from 11:00 to 17:00; it is closed on Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, and Sunday. The farm is woman-owned.

De Tulperij

6.1 km — zuid-holland

De Tulperij is a third-generation family-run flower bulb farm and visitor attraction located in the heart of the Bollenstreek in Voorhout. Visitors are welcome to experience the beauty of the flower fields, show gardens, and picking gardens in both spring and autumn. Access to the catering, shop, and show gardens is free. Self-picking is available during two main seasons. In the spring, you can pick your own tulips and daffodils in the picking garden. The tulip season generally runs from early to late April, depending on the weather. In the late summer and autumn, you can pick your own dahlias and sunflowers. The dahlia season is open from late July to mid-October, typically from mid-August to mid-October.