Apple picking and apple picking days in Groningen 2024

Apple Picking During the Apple Picking Days in Groningen

I still remember what I thought when I visited a friend for coffee: what a mess. The garden looked like a jungle, such a mess. It started with neat wooden boxes arranged in squares, and now I could barely walk through it. And that, even though I don't have much of a green thumb myself, so I shouldn't really have an 'opinion' about someone else's garden. After all, I only have our city rooftop terrace and a few potted plants to take care of at home.

Apple Picking in Groningen

Two weeks ago, we had dinner at the same friends' place, and then I saw it. Wow! The jungle had transformed into a fruit' paradise. Apples, pears, raspberries in all colors and sizes, edible flowers, beans, walnut trees. There was even a little hedgehog living in the garden.

I picked an Elstar apple from the tree and took a bite. What an amazing experience! In short, I've completely changed my mind. Even though I don't have the space for a full-fledged picking garden on my rooftop terrace, I would love to go somewhere to experience it!

Fruit Picking in Groningen

Have you also gotten a taste for fruit picking like I have? Then we recommend a few fruit-picking gardens in and around the city of Groningen.

The Best Picking Gardens in Groningen

Late summer is the perfect time to pick fruit at the various gardens in and around Groningen. My first experience with a picking garden was during a company outing to the Tuinen van Weldadigheid. We picked various forgotten vegetables, and they passionately explained all the challenges of maintaining a vegetable garden. Truly a must-visit! Soon you can pick pumpkins there. 

Apple Picking Days in Groningen

There are several places you can visit during the upcoming Apple Picking Days:

• This Saturday, on September 21, 2024, you can attend the apple picking day in Landwinkel Oldiek in Nieuwolda. It starts at 09:30 AM and runs until 5:00 PM. You can pick Elstar apples, Golden Reinette apples, and pears like Conference or Gieser Wildeman. More info: Landwinkel Oldiek.
• You can pick apples yourself at the Oudebosch Picking Garden in Niehoeve at Oudebosch Fruit Farm. Open Monday through Saturday. #oudebosch_fruit_farm
• The Fruitgaard of the Bosschaart Family is open in Noordbroek. Picking days are Saturday, September 21, 28, and October 5.

Picking Forest in Groningen

Did you know you can pick fruit and nuts at the Picking Forest Kardinge? Maintained by volunteers, you’ll find apples, pears, nuts, and blackberries there.

So, get out and explore the city and countryside during the Apple Picking Days, or visit these gardens for inspiration! You're sure to leave with your hands full, even if you're visiting outside the main picking season!

Flower Picking Gardens in Groningen

• Visit the Hofje van Harkstede for beautiful bouquets and wildflowers. Check instagram. 
• Pick tulips at Pluktuin Groningen in Grijpskerk, check instagram.

PLUKN and Tuin in de Stad in Groningen

In the Westpark, at PLUKN, you can not only pick fruit but also buy charcuterie from their own farm-raised pigs. Also visit the Tuin in de Stad for fun activities like making a worm hotel on Saturday, September 28!

 

Fruit Pressing Days 2024

Do you have a lot of fruit and want it pressed? You can bring your fruit to various companies for pressing. You must sign up in advance. For more information, visit: Mobile Fruit Press Golden Raand.

The world of apple picking in Groningen

We’ve given you a glimpse into the world of apple picking in Groningen. Get out there in the city and countryside to pick apples during the picking days or visit these gardens for inspiration! We’re sure you won’t return empty-handed, as there are plenty of fresh products available at farm shops, and many businesses also have an online store even outside the main season.