De Tovertuin (The Magic Garden) in Epe is a self-picking farm offering fresh, organically grown vegetables. The farm opens to members at the beginning of May, with new members welcome to join by contacting them via email.
The garden has a wide variety of produce that can be picked by its members, including:
- Potatoes
- Strawberries
- Endive
- Basil
- Beets
- Kale
- Garlic
- Onions
- Broccoli
- Brocollini
- Chinese Cabbage
- Zucchini
- Kapucijner
- Kohlrabi
- Cucumber
- Turnip
- Pak Choi
- Palmkool
- Parsnip
- Peas
- Leek
- Raapsteel
- Radicchio
- Radish
- Red Cabbage
- Lettuce
- Spinach
- Pointed cabbage
- Beans
- Sprouts
- Corn
- Fava Beans
- Fennel
- Winter Purslane
- Yacon
The farm emphasizes community, sustainable agriculture, and transparency, inviting people to connect with nature and share in the experience of growing, harvesting, and enjoying food together. They do not have an organic certification due to the high costs, but welcome visitors to learn about their growing methods.
What visitors say
De Tovertuin is a highly recommended, wonderful place, praised for its lovely people and delicious, ethically sourced products. Despite challenging growing conditions in 2024, the owners, Bram and Lieuwe, are admired for their admirable perseverance in providing high quality organic vegetables. Visitors appreciate the opportunity to harvest their own vegetables directly from the land, experiencing the beauty and health of ecological farming firsthand. Some visitors have been returning for several years to enjoy a relaxing holiday with healthy self-prepared meals, sport activities such as cycling, swimming and fitness. The dedication and love invested in the garden are evident, making it a perfect escape that one visitor hopes remains a “secret” for as long as possible.