Fruitbedrijf Horstink is a family-run fruit farm nestled in the picturesque Achterhoek region of Rha, near Steenderen, close to the river IJssel. The farm cultivates approximately 16 hectares of fruit, primarily focusing on apples and pears, but also growing plums, cherries, and strawberries.
The farm offers a variety of experiences and products. Its welcoming farm shop provides a full range of their own freshly harvested apples, pears, plums, and cherries, along with homemade apple juices and ciders. The shop also features a seasonal selection of vegetables, other fruits, and a wide array of regional products, including local cheeses, dairy, meats, breads, nuts, honey, and prepared foods like fresh salads and ready meals.
Visitors can relax at the orchard terrace, open from the blossom season until October, offering beautiful views over the fruit trees. The terrace serves coffee, homemade apple pie, toasts, their own cider, and ice cream. There’s also a large sandbox and lawn for children to play.
A key attraction for many are the annual self-picking days (“Plukdagen”), typically held in early September. During these events, guests can pick their own Elstar, Goudreinet, and Delcorf apples, as well as Conference pears directly from the orchards. These days are often complemented by family-friendly activities, including a ‘picking train’ ride through the orchard, a bouncy castle, and a mini-market. The farm also hosts a Cider Festival to celebrate and share their locally produced ciders.
Fruitbedrijf Horstink operates with an emphasis on environmentally conscious cultivation, striving to maintain a natural balance in the orchard and using crop protection methods responsibly to ensure the production of high-quality, delicious fruit.
What visitors say
This self-picking farm and its farm shop consistently receive high praise for their impressive selection of fresh, delicious, and high-quality produce and local specialties. Visitors frequently highlight the extensive variety on offer, ranging from seasonal fruits like apples, pears, strawberries, and cherries—often available for self-picking directly from the orchards—to a broad assortment of vegetables, dairy products, cheeses, meats, nuts, honey, apple syrup, and homemade salads. The warm and friendly atmosphere is often commended, with many reviewers praising the helpful and attentive staff.
Beyond the shopping experience, the farm provides a delightful outing for families, featuring tractor rides through the orchards, bouncy castles, and sandpits for children, particularly popular during fruit-picking days. Guests appreciate the pleasant outdoor terrace, which offers scenic views of the fruit trees and is an ideal spot to enjoy coffee, cake, or local ice cream. While some customers note the prices can be a little higher compared to supermarkets, many consider them fair for the exceptional quality and local origin of the products. The farm is widely recommended as a must-visit destination, inspiring loyalty among those who value fresh, regional goods. One isolated negative review cited dissatisfaction with a specific sandwich order, but the overwhelming sentiment is positive.