U-pick farm Pluktuin Bloemfontein Bergen

Pluktuin Bloemfontein Bergen is a pick-your-own flower garden located at Groeneweg 8a in Bergen, North Holland. Guests are invited to wander the fields and cut their own bouquets directly from the source. The garden offers a variety of blooms depending on the season. Tulips are available from late March through early May; these are pulled from the ground with the bulb and do not require scissors. Peonies bloom for a short period in early May. Summer flowers, including lupines, alliums, and irises, are in season from mid-May through July. Dahlias, gladiolus, and sunflowers are ready for picking from July through September. Visitors bringing their own secateurs for summer flowers and dahlias is recommended. The garden is open daily from 09:00 to 21:00. Parking is available and free on site. No entrance fee is charged; payment is made via QR code for tulips or cash and debit card for other flowers. Check social media for the most up-to-date opening times and bloom status.

What visitors say

This charming self-picking flower farm in Bergen offers a truly delightful and serene experience, where visitors can immerse themselves in the joy of creating their own beautiful bouquets. Many find this hands-on approach far more rewarding than simply buying pre-arranged flowers, appreciating the attractive pricing for their freshly picked blooms.

A standout highlight, frequently praised by guests, is the unique picnic service. Visitors are welcomed warmly and guided to secluded, idyllic spots nestled amongst the vibrant flower fields. These well-arranged private areas allow for a romantic atmosphere or a peaceful family outing, even when other guests are present. The picnic baskets are consistently described as richly filled with delicious, often local, products, offering excellent value for money.

The farm itself is often noted for its atmospheric beauty, with magnificent fields carefully tended by the friendly and dedicated staff. While the tulip season holds a special place in the hearts of many returning customers, the selection of flowers generally remains impressive throughout, with dahlias also receiving positive mentions. Overall, the experience is described as wonderful, relaxing, and a “must-visit” destination, leaving guests feeling happy and eager to return.

Facilities in this u-pick farm

Pluktuin van Geesje

6.6 km — noord-holland

Pluktuin van Geesje is a self-picking farm and orchard located on the northern edge of the Geestmerambacht recreation area, near Alkmaar. The farm operates on approximately two hectares and combines fruit and nut trees with soft fruit, vegetables, flowers, and livestock, including sheep and pigs. All produce is grown without chemical sprays, and the farm works according to natural and biodynamic principles, with a focus on closed-loop systems, biodiversity, and soil health.

Pluktuinbakkum

8.0 km — noord-holland

Pluktuin Bakkum is a self-picking flower garden located in the rural area between Egmond Binnen, Heiloo, and Castricum, near the North Holland Dune Reserve and within cycling distance of Castricum aan Zee. It is open to visitors of all ages and is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars from 129 reviews. The garden is wheelchair accessible with designated parking and seating, offers free on-site parking, is LGBTQ+ friendly, and has a playground and slide.

Tuinderij de Marlequi

8.4 km — noord-holland

Tuinderij de Marlequi is a versatile market garden and activity centre located in Warmenhuizen, North Holland. The farm operates a shop and greenhouse that sell a wide variety of seasonal plants, flowers, fruits, and decorative items. The business also offers holiday cottages, group activities, creative workshops, and hosts a major autumn fair. Self-picking and related seasonal offerings include: Grapes (Boskoops Glorie): Available for self-picking from September. Flowers and plants: Visitors can choose and pick their own viols, daffodils, hyacinths, and other spring bloomers from the greenhouse. Pumpkins & gourds: A large selection of edible and ornamental pumpkins, cucumis, and exotic bottle gourds are available for sale in the autumn. Pumpkin carving workshops are also offered. Sunflowers: Sold in bundles from mid-July. The main season runs from February 14th (Valentine’s Day) until November 11th (St. Martin’s Day). During this period, the shop and grounds are open daily from 9:00 to 18:00.

by Broersen

9.0 km — noord-holland

By Broersen is a third-generation family farm located in Warmenhuizen, North Holland, specializing in the cultivation of traditional Dutch products. The farm grows and sells its own asparagus and strawberries, and also features a pick-your-own garden and a year-round farm shop that offers a variety of local and artisanal products. A pick-your-own garden is available for fruit and cut flowers. The fruit available for picking includes various berries such as red, white, black, and blue currants, gooseberries, jostaberries, loganberries, and blackberries. This fruit is available from the beginning of July through August. Cut flowers are available for picking from the end of June until October. In addition, strawberries can be picked in the greenhouse during the summer holidays for the North region, typically from early July to mid-August. The strawberry picking season runs Monday through Saturday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM during these weeks.