Eilandsteede is a city farm located in Park Transwijk in Utrecht, serving as a meeting place for nature, animals, and people. As part of the Utrecht Natuurlijk network, it offers an accessible green space for visitors of all ages to interact with farm animals, play in a natural playground, and explore an urban garden. The site focuses on biodiversity and provides a space for learning, relaxation, and community gathering, with a café and farm shop on the terrace.
Self-picking of produce is not available at Eilandsteede itself. However, vegetables, fruits, and herbs from the gardens are sold seasonally at the farm shop and café when available. For those interested in self-picking, the nearby Stadstuin Zuilen offers a self-harvest garden where visitors can pick their own fresh vegetables on Friday mornings from 10:00 to 12:30, from the start of May until the end of October.
The farm and its grounds are open from Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00 to 17:00. The farm shop and café are currently open Friday through Sunday from 10:00 to 16:30. The site is generally accessible to wheelchair users, with accessible paths and an adapted toilet. The playgrounds have inclusive equipment. Dogs are not permitted on the premises, with the exception of guide dogs. The farm is closed on New Year’s Day, King’s Day, and Christmas Day, and has adjusted hours on December 5, Christmas Eve, December 26, and New Year’s Eve. It is open extra hours on Easter Monday and Pentecost Monday.