Landgoed de Olmenhorst in Lisserbroek is a pick-your-own farm specialising in apples and pears. The season runs from early September to late October, with different varieties ripening throughout this period. In 2026, self-picking is available on Wednesday afternoons (13.00 to 17.00) and weekends (10.00 to 17.00), with daily opening during the autumn school holidays (10 to 25 October).

Visitors pick fruit directly from the trees in the farm’s 31-hectare organic orchards. Apples and pears are sold by weight at €3.50 per kilo, payable by card or cash at the weighing stations near the orchards. Pears are only available at weekends, while apples can be picked on Wednesdays and weekends. The farm provides guidance on how to pick fruit without damaging the trees, and small ladders are available to borrow for higher branches. You can bring your own containers or buy reusable bags on site.

The farm also offers “adoptiepluk”, where you can adopt an apple tree for a year. Adopted trees come with a personalised nameplate, and you receive updates on the tree’s progress. The harvest from your tree is yours to pick during a set window in September or October, with the option to visit the tree year-round.

De Olmenhorst is a working organic farm with a farm shop, the Fruitloods, selling apple juice, jams, and other local products. There is also a café serving seasonal meals, snacks, and drinks. The farm hosts events such as harvest festivals, workshops, and guided tours, and its orchards and historic buildings can be hired for weddings and private gatherings. Parking is available on site, with a fee of €6 on weekends during the picking season. The farm is open daily from dawn to dusk, and the café is open from 10.00 to 17.00.

What visitors say

Olmenhorst is a family-friendly farm where you can pick your own apples and pears in autumn. The orchards are spacious, with clear signs and staff on hand to explain how to pick. Most visitors say the fruit is fresh, tasty and worth the price—around €3 per kilo for apples—but a few find it expensive compared to shops. The farm is especially popular with children, thanks to a playground, pony rides and activities like face painting on weekends. Parking costs €5–€6 and can get busy, with long queues at peak times. Some visitors feel the farm has become too commercial, with high prices for food and drinks, while others enjoy the lively atmosphere. Opinions on the experience vary: some love the day out, others leave disappointed by the crowds or costs.

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