Nestled in the forested surroundings of the Veluwe in Stroe, StroeBerries is a pick-your-own garden where visitors can explore, relax, and enjoy what nature has to offer. The garden has been developed since 2015, starting with blueberries and expanding over the years to include a wide variety of produce. Visitors can wander through the garden and pick their own fruit, including blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, red currants, gooseberries, and a cross between a raspberry and a blackberry called a “frambraam.” Apples and pears are also available, along with walnuts and hazelnuts. In addition to fruit, the garden features a flower-picking area with tulips and summer flowers, allowing guests to create their own bouquets.
The picking season runs from June through October. More specifically, the garden is open in June on Saturdays from 10:00 to 17:00; in July and August from Wednesday to Saturday, 10:00 to 17:00; and in September and October on Fridays and Saturdays, 10:00 to 17:00. Exact opening days are also announced on social media. The garden is temporarily closed and reopens on Friday, September 12, at 10:00, with the last picking days of the season typically in mid-October. After that, the garden closes and reopens around late June of the following year.
StroeBerries offers a terrace and shop where visitors can enjoy coffee and pastries with a view of the garden, as well as purchase products directly from the farm. For children, there is a children’s picking garden and a playground. The garden paths among the flower beds are paved and wheelchair accessible, though the toilet is not wheelchair-friendly. Dogs are allowed on a short leash. No reservation is needed for individual visits, though groups are encouraged to reserve in advance. The garden provides containers and scissors for picking, and visitors can arrange their flowers at a worktable before having them wrapped in the shop. Fruit is weighed and paid for at the checkout. Payments can be made by pin, contactless mobile payment, or credit card. Free parking is available on site.
What visitors say
Stroe Berries offers a delightful and expansive self-picking experience, highly recommended by visitors for its wide array of fresh produce and beautiful flowers. Guests can immerse themselves in picking abundant blueberries, various red fruits such as gooseberries, currants, and raspberries, alongside a diverse selection of blooms, with dahlias being a notable seasonal attraction. It is frequently highlighted as a fantastic family outing, providing children with an engaging activity, sometimes complemented by a playground or trampoline.
Beyond the picking fields, the farm boasts a charming terrace where visitors can unwind with coffee, tea, or fresh juices, often paired with delicious homemade cakes and pastries, all while enjoying the picturesque garden views. A small on-site shop further enhances the experience, offering local products like honey, jam, and even plants for home cultivation.
The establishment is consistently praised for its well-maintained grounds, inviting atmosphere, and the exceptionally friendly and hospitable staff, which significantly contributes to a welcoming environment. While the overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, a few visitors have noted minor disappointments or issues with advertised opening hours. Nevertheless, it generally provides a relaxed and peaceful ambiance, making it a cherished destination for fruit and flower enthusiasts and families seeking an enjoyable day out.