Het Aardbeienterras in Rijsbergen is a pick-your-own strawberry farm open daily from April until early November. The farm grows strawberries in greenhouses and polytunnels, with plants at standing height so you can pick without bending. Children can pick their own box of strawberries for €4, which includes a strawberry-cutting diploma. The season for picking typically runs from late May until November, though availability depends on ripeness.
The farm is open every day from 10.00 to 18.00. Entry and parking are free. There is no need to book for a visit, but some activities—such as group workshops or the High Strawberry tasting—require advance reservation by email.
In addition to strawberries, the farm has a small shop selling fresh strawberries, plants, and strawberry-themed gifts. There is a café with indoor and outdoor seating, serving drinks, snacks, and strawberry-based treats like sorbet, chocolate fondue, and the High Strawberry platter (€18.50 per person). A play area and indoor play tunnel are available for children, and the farm is fully wheelchair-accessible, including toilets and parking.
The farm also offers activities such as treasure hunts, a smuggling-themed walking trail, and workshops where you can plant your own strawberry plant to take home. Group tours and school trips can be arranged, and the farm hosts seasonal events like the Scary Strawberry Days around Halloween.
What visitors say
This is a pick-your-own strawberry farm with a strong focus on families. The strawberries are sweet and plentiful, and children love the experience of picking their own—complete with a small basket and a “strawberry-picking diploma” at the end. The farm has a large play area with swings, a cable car, pedal cars, and small paddling pools on warm days, so parents can relax on the terrace while the kids play. Most visitors say the staff are friendly and helpful, though a few have found them abrupt or slow on busy days.
The farm is free to enter, and you pay only for what you pick or eat. Strawberries cost around €8 per kilo for self-picked (or €4 for a small basket), which some find a bit steep, though others say it’s fair for the experience. The café serves simple food like waffles, poffertjes, and ice cream, often with strawberries. Opinions on the food vary—some call it tasty and good value, while others say it’s overpriced or not fresh enough. On hot days, the greenhouses can get very warm, and there’s not much shade in the play area. Wesps can be a nuisance in summer, though the farm provides fly swatters. Parking is free on a nearby field.