U-pick farm R. van Cleef

Fruitbedrijf Van Cleef is a fruit farm and on-site farm shop located in Belfeld, Netherlands. The business cultivates apples, pears, and sweet cherries, with apple and pear trees first planted in 1987 and cherry cultivation beginning in 2010. Throughout the year, the farm’s work cycle includes pruning and sorting in winter, continued pruning and frost protection in spring, thinning of apples and pears alongside cherry harvesting in summer, and the apple and pear harvest in autumn.

Self-picking activities are organized through a dedicated “Appelplukdag” (Apple Picking Day), typically held on the second Sunday of September. This event allows visitors to pick their own apples at a reduced price, although recent years have seen the event suspended due to staffing shortages. The farm shop offers a variety of regional products, including seasonal fruits and vegetables, farm cheeses, and own-label juices (pear, Elstar apple, and cherry), as well as cherry and pear liqueur, cherry syrup, and cherry jam. The shop is open on Thursday from 13:30 to 18:00, Friday from 09:30 to 12:30 and 13:30 to 18:00, and Saturday from 09:00 to 16:00. During cherry season, it is also open on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons. The farm is closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Sunday. Payment options include debit cards, contactless mobile payments, and credit cards. The premises feature free street parking and a wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking area. The farm is rated 4.7 stars based on 67 reviews.

What visitors say

This delightful farm offers visitors a consistently positive experience, celebrated particularly for its outstanding fruit and inviting atmosphere. Cherries frequently receive high praise, described as exceptionally delicious, the tastiest in the region, and remarkably large. Guests also enjoy delicious apples and pears, with fresh produce readily available, sometimes through a convenient outdoor vending machine.

The farm features a charming and well-stocked shop, often characterized as having a ‘Burgundian’ feel, where a wide array of Limburg regional products can be found. The selection extends to delicious fruit ice cream (including Van Cleef’s), fresh apple and pear juices, chocolates, old-fashioned candies, liqueurs, and even appealing English crockery.

A highlight for many is the warm hospitality, with owners and staff consistently noted for their friendliness and helpfulness. The location provides pleasant seating areas and a lovely terrace, perfect for enjoying an ice cream sundae or a drink on a sunny day. The annual apple picking day is a popular event, creating a fun and educational experience for both families and school groups who get to pick their own apples.

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