De Mikkelhorst is an ecological care farm located on the edge of the green village of Haren, Netherlands. It offers a variety of activities and services, including a petting zoo, playground, pick-your-own garden, tea room, and a shop for local products.
The farm provides day care and guidance for people with various disabilities and backgrounds, focusing on meaningful work and social participation. It offers a wide range of indoor and outdoor workplaces to accommodate individual needs and abilities.
Visitors can enjoy picking their own ecologically grown vegetables, fruits, and herbs from the garden. The farm also has a bee colony, managed by volunteers, and sells frozen meat in its shop. The tea room offers homemade pastries and lunches.
What visitors say
This charming care farm offers a delightful experience for visitors of all ages, particularly families with young children. The farm boasts a variety of animals, including goats, alpacas, ponies, pigs, donkeys, rabbits, guinea pigs, and chickens, as well as a fantastic playground with features like a climbing course and a large sandbox. A farm shop sells local and organic products, including fresh produce, gifts, and even firewood. Visitors can enjoy homemade apple pie, coffee, and other treats on the terrace or indoors, and the farm also features a pick-your-own garden. The friendly staff and accessible environment contribute to a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere, making it a perfect spot for a short visit, family outing, or a peaceful break in the countryside. Some visitors have found the shop to be on the pricier side.