U-pick farm Tres Jolie

Très Jolie is an organic small-fruit farm and experience garden located in De Glind. Established in 2002 on a former bare field, the garden is laid out in a five-sided shape with a flower circle at its heart. The garden is divided into blocks, each planted with a different berry variety, and is surrounded by a windbreak hedge of wild fruits and nuts. The farm operates on a philosophy of working in harmony with nature, focusing on organic methods, nature experience, and personal well-being. It is supported by a group of volunteers and is open for various activities throughout the year.

A wide variety of berries and other fruits are available for self-picking during the harvest season. The self-picking season typically runs from the end of June until mid-September. On self-pick days, which are held on Tuesdays and Saturdays from 10:00 to 16:00, visitors can pick their own fruit. The specific produce and their approximate seasons are as follows:

Blackcurrants and gooseberries: The first 2 to 3 weeks of the picking season.
Red currants: Throughout the entire summer.
Blueberries and raspberries: From mid-July.
Blackberries: End of July.
Autumn raspberries: Continue until the first frost.
Apples: Around the time of the first frost, later in the season. Other fruits grown on a smaller scale and available for picking or purchase include white currants, josta berries, tayberries, Japanese wineberries, plums, and various nuts and wild fruits from the windbreak hedge.

The farm has a pick-your-own season that runs from late June to mid-September. The specific opening hours and schedule are:

Self-picking: Tuesday and Saturday, from 10:00 to 16:00, during the harvest season.
Regular workdays: The garden is worked on Tuesdays and Thursdays year-round.
Special work Saturdays: Several are organized throughout the year (e.g., April 22, May 20, June 17, September 23, and October 7 in 2023).
Winter season: The garden is closed for self-picking but volunteers work on Tuesdays and Thursdays, weather permitting.

Besides self-picking, the garden offers a range of seasonal activities and experiences. These include a tea garden in the central flower circle on Tuesdays and Saturdays in July and August, a nature experience path, meditative meetings, seasonal festivals like the Midsummer Festival and Harvest Festival, and a special Berry Festival typically held in late July (entrance fee €5,00). Workshops and collaborative work days are also organized throughout the year. The farm welcomes volunteers year-round, especially on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The business is listed as operational with a 4.5-star rating from 48 reviews.

What visitors say

This self-picking farm is widely praised as a fantastic destination, offering visitors a delightful escape into nature. Guests consistently highlight the opportunity to pick an abundant variety of delicious, often organic, fruits such as raspberries, blackberries, blueberries, and gooseberries, with many appreciating the quality and freshness of the produce.

Beyond fruit picking, the farm provides a wonderful array of activities and amenities. Many rave about the chance to craft and bake their own pizzas in a wood-fired oven, with one visitor calling it the “best outing in the region.” Guests can also enjoy homemade ‘baxels’ and other treats featuring garden-fresh ingredients. A charming outdoor cafe serves delicious coffee, tea, homemade cakes, jams, and juices, including sugar-free options, allowing for a restful break. The tranquil setting is often described as a beautiful, wild, and unexpectedly large garden, perfect for leisurely strolls or finding quiet spots for reflection.

The overall experience is further enhanced by the remarkably friendly, kind, and hospitable staff and volunteers, who are noted for their customer focus and passion for the natural products. It’s considered an excellent outing for families, with mentions of children enjoying a “berry festival,” discovery paths, painting, felt-making, cake decorating, and a small playground, fostering a “back to basic” enjoyment. While the experience is overwhelmingly positive, one visitor reported a less satisfactory visit, noting restrictions on which rows of blueberries could be picked, with prime quality fruit apparently reserved for commercial sale, leading to disappointment over the selection available for self-picking. Nonetheless, the overwhelming sentiment is one of enjoyment, excellent value, and a strong recommendation for a unique and engaging day out, with some visitors even humorously wishing to keep this gem a secret.

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