Juuls Landje in Boskoop is a small care nursery where visitors can pick their own produce from the food forest and kitchen garden. The farm grows edible trees, shrubs and perennials, including fruit such as cherries, plums and peaches, as well as nuts like walnuts, hazelnuts and sweet chestnuts. Seasonal crops include daslook (wild garlic) in spring, edible flowers like elderflower and nasturtium, and berries in summer. In autumn, visitors can gather nuts and fruits for syrups, juices and jams, which are also made on-site.

Picking is part of the farm’s day activities for young people with behavioural challenges and those distanced from the labour market, but the site is open to the public for visits and self-picking. You pay for what you pick by the kilo or container, with prices varying by season and crop. The food forest is still young but expanding, and the farm also maintains a greenhouse, a cutting garden for seasonal flowers, and a small apiary for honey.

The farm operates across three locations in Boskoop: the main site with the food forest, animals and greenhouse; a small shop in the village centre selling plants, honey, homemade preserves and handmade products; and an indoor space for quieter activities. The outdoor areas are open year-round, with tasks shifting by season—pruning in winter, planting in spring, and harvesting in summer and autumn. Visitors can explore the food forest, help with small tasks, or simply pick what’s in season.

To arrange a visit, contact the farm in advance. The team can explain what’s currently available and how the picking works. The farm is open during daylight hours, with exact times depending on the season and activities. Parking is available on-site.

What visitors say

Visitors come for the fresh berries, honey, and other produce grown on-site, often describing the locations as beautiful. The farm works with young people to maintain a food forest, where you can pick the fruits of their labour. Children seem to enjoy it—parents call it a happy place for their kids, with colourful flowers and a welcoming setting. Most find the experience positive, though one review is overly enthusiastic to the point of being hard to read. There’s no mention of prices or any disappointments in recent years.

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