Naoberhoeve is a biodynamic care farm that harmoniously blends agriculture, nature, and social care. The farm features a diverse range of activities, including dairy farming with Fries-Hollandse cows, raising pigs and chickens for meat and eggs, and cultivating a tea herb garden with over sixty varieties for unique tea blends. Its farm kitchen prepares daily meals and processes fruits into delicious jams, while a forestry operation provides firewood.
The farm’s extensive horticulture department cultivates more than forty different seasonal vegetables. These include spring turnip greens, and winter staples like sprouts and kale, alongside greenhouse crops such as tomatoes and cucumbers.
For visitors interested in harvesting their own produce, Naoberhoeve offers a self-picking program. Under a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) model, members can pick their own fresh, biodynamic vegetables weekly from May to November, choosing from over thirty varieties including turnip greens, sprouts, kale, tomatoes, and cucumbers. Additionally, there is a dedicated flower garden where visitors can pick various cut flowers, grasses, and grains from May to October.
Those who prefer curated selections can opt for weekly vegetable packages available from May to November, featuring 5 to 9 different seasonal vegetables. The on-site farm shop stocks organic and Demeter-certified products, including fresh seasonal vegetables, dairy items like raw milk, butter, yogurt, and buttermilk, as well as beef, pork, fresh bread, cheese, eggs, and a selection of local artisan goods.
Beyond its agricultural offerings, Naoberhoeve provides day activities and work training for individuals facing employment barriers, guided by an anthroposophical vision. The farm also invites visitors to explore a self-guided walking route with informative displays and offers its facilities for workshops and events.
What visitors say
This self-picking farm is widely praised as a special, inspiring, and welcoming destination that offers a rich experience steeped in nature. Visitors consistently highlight the farm’s commitment to organic and biodynamic practices, emphasizing that all products—from a wide array of fresh vegetables, fruits, and herbs to dairy, eggs, and meats—are natural, largely self-produced, and often sourced locally from other organic farmers. Reviewers particularly admire the farm’s exceptional dedication to animal welfare, evident in practices such as allowing calves to stay with their mothers for extended periods, and letting cows and pigs roam freely outdoors without ear tags or horn removal.
The farm features a well-stocked and inviting shop where customers can find a comprehensive range of organic groceries, including unique sugar-free buttermilk and delicious organic farm ice cream. While some customers note that the products can be a bit pricey, many acknowledge that the cost is justified by the high quality, ethical standards, and sustainable approach. Beyond the shopping experience, the farm fosters an engaging atmosphere with its “driven and friendly” staff and a “beautiful flourishing farmyard.” It also offers diverse activities, including lively events like markets with handmade goods and live music. Its location adjacent to a beautiful state forest provides additional opportunities for relaxing walks and bike tours, making it a peaceful escape from urban life.