U-pick farm Pluk Wijhe

Sociale Voedseltuin Pluk Wijhe is a social food garden and food forest located in Wijhe, Netherlands, situated in the IJssel river forelands between Zwolle and Deventer. This project is in development, with the goal of creating a space for recreation, community, and the cultivation of healthy, pesticide-free produce for those in need. The garden is built on the principles of social connection, education, and participation, aiming to make fresh food accessible to everyone, particularly in collaboration with the local food bank. The site also includes a renovated farm outbuilding available for overnight stays, which operates on 100% green energy.

The garden is currently being established and is not yet in full production. The planned planting, which will include a mix of a food forest, vegetable garden, and fruit orchard, is scheduled to begin in the autumn of 2026. The intended self-pick produce will include a variety of robust crops suited to the local clay soil, such as potatoes, onions, garlic, beets, chard, kohlrabi, kale, pointed cabbage, beans, corn, pumpkin, zucchini, peas, broad beans, and simple herbs. Visitors are welcome to come for a chat or to observe the progress, but the formal pick-your-own activities and produce availability will begin once the garden is fully operational in the coming years. The farm is suitable for children and has toilet facilities.

Operating hours are not specified, though the garden is envisioned to be a seasonal, community-driven space with a rhythm set by the growing months. The overnight accommodation in the outbuilding is available for booking. The garden is a project that welcomes volunteers, school groups, and community members, and aims to be a low-threshold place for everyone.

Zuz & Zo

4.2 km — overijssel

Boerderij Zuz & Zo is a care farm located in Lierderholthuis, specializing in supporting individuals with autism and light intellectual disabilities. The farm provides a safe and structured environment where approximately fifteen participants, ranging from young adults to those over 50, engage in daily activities. The farm features an open farmyard that includes a shop, a terrace, and a pick-your-own garden. Participants are involved in a wide variety of tasks, including caring for animals, working in the garden, cooking, baking, woodworking, and creating crafts. The farm also offers group and individual guidance, as well as observation services for diagnostic purposes.

Overesch ecologische landbouw

5.6 km — overijssel

Overesch is an ecological farm and mixed business located in Raalte, in the Salland region. Focused on farming in harmony with nature, the farm was converted to fully biological production methods over twenty years ago and raises livestock and grows crops using principles that prioritize soil health, animal welfare, and biodiversity. The farm operates a modern farm shop and a dedicated visitor centre and offers experiences including guided tours, a farm school, and several walking routes.

Pluktuin EvenZicht

6.2 km — overijssel

Pluktuin EvenZicht is a self-picking garden situated at Hogeweg 25, Wijhe, Netherlands, 8131RJ. The establishment can be found online via its website, dagbeleving-evenzicht.nl, and on Instagram under the handle pluktuinevenzicht. While it is categorized as a public garden and a self-picking location, the specific types of produce available for self-picking are not detailed in the provided information.

De Dolle Deel

7.4 km — overijssel

De Dolle Deel is a seasonal farm and garden destination located on the countryside near Hoonhorst, about 8 kilometers from Zwolle. The property combines a flower picking garden, a corn maze, and a family-friendly terrace with a play area, making it suitable for visitors of all ages. During the summer season, guests can pick their own flowers directly from the picking garden, which operates on a self-service basis and is open daily from mid-July onward, allowing visitors to come at any time convenient for them. The corn maze is open from July 9th to August 30th, 2025, offering a puzzle treasure hunt for children and an observation tower as the main goal. The terrace and maze are open on Wednesdays through Saturdays from 9:30 to 16:30 during this same period. The farm is wheelchair accessible, with a wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking available. On-site amenities include free parking, a restroom with changing facilities, and payment is accepted by pin, with the picking garden also accepting QR code or cash payments. The business is closed on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Sundays outside of the described summer schedule.