U-pick farm Jan Janssen Fruitbedrijf

Jan Janssen Fruitbedrijf is a fruit farm and poultry operation located in Budel, Netherlands, with an additional picking location in Achel, Belgium. The farm specializes in cultivating American blueberries (blauwe bessen), which are known for being larger than their wild counterparts. Visitors can engage in self-picking during the harvest season, which runs from early July to mid-September. The self-picking u-pick season for 2025 begins on Saturday, July 5. Guests are welcome to bring their own buckets or containers, which are weighed before picking so that only the harvested berries are paid for. The farm is open daily from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM during the season. Outside of the harvest season, a range of blueberry products such as jam, juice, wine, syrup, and dessert sauce are available for purchase at the Budel location. The business is also active at local markets and fairs in the region. The farm is wheelchair accessible, with a wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking.

What visitors say

Visitors generally have a positive experience at the self-picking farm, consistently praising the delicious and abundant blueberries available. Many find it a fun and enjoyable outing, especially for families with children, appreciating the freshness and quality of the fruit which is often used for making delicious jams. The atmosphere is frequently highlighted as pleasant, with some enjoying the peaceful setting among blueberry bushes in the forest, accompanied by birdsong. Staff members, including “Jan,” are noted for being kind and helpful, and the pricing is considered fair. However, a significant point of criticism concerns the farm’s website, which has been reported as severely outdated. This led to a frustrating experience for one customer who, relying on incorrect opening and availability information, wasted over an hour traveling to different locations only to find no berries left to pick, resulting in disappointment.

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Bloemenpluktuin Eikenburg

14.7 km — noord-brabant

Bloemenpluktuin Eikenburg is a flower picking garden located on the Eikenburg estate in the Stratum-Zuid area of Eindhoven. It provides a natural, chemical-free environment where visitors can pick their own seasonal flowers directly from the field. The garden is also a venue for workshops, seasonal celebrations, and special events. During the self-picking season, which typically runs from approximately June to mid-October, visitors can pick a variety of locally grown, seasonal blooms. Picking is done using scissors, and it is recommended to bring a container with water. The cost for a bouquet is a fixed price of €11, €17.50, or €31, depending on the size chosen. Payment can be made via QR code, payment request, or with a picking voucher or subscription.

zorgpluktuin het voortje

17.3 km — noord-brabant

Zorgpluktuin ’t Voortje is a pick-your-own flower garden and daytime activity center located in Mierlo. The garden is open to the public from 1 June to 30 September, offering the opportunity to walk through the fields with a basket and scissors, cut a variety of flowers, and arrange them into a bouquet at an on-site table. The flowers available for picking include many varieties not typically found in flower shops, as well as grasses and native plants. The garden is open for self-picking on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 10:00 to 16:00. The business is closed on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Sundays. In addition to the pick-your-own experience, visitors can enjoy coffee, tea, or soft drinks on the terrace, along with pie from a local bakery. The facility also offers daytime activities for adults with dementia, Parkinson’s, somatic complaints, or those experiencing loneliness, with programs focused on nature, gardening, flower arranging, and social activities. The site has parking available on the property and provides gender-neutral toilet facilities. The business holds a quality mark from the Dutch Federation of Agriculture and Care and is affiliated with SSZ. It has a rating of 4.8 stars based on 28 reviews.