Buying fruits and vegetables is good. Picking them yourself is better!

From field to plate : the shortest path to rediscovering the true taste of seasonal fruits and vegetables. Here's a great activity idea for families, friends, or couples to enjoy some quality time in this beautiful spring sunshine and stock up on fresh , seasonal fruits and vegetables for the week! Pick-your-own farms are specialized agricultural operations where you can pick and choose the fruits and vegetables you want to buy!

The place resembles a giant vegetable garden where you can stroll around and watch the fruits and vegetables grow and flourish . It's both an educational and fun place for our children.

The 3 advantages of self-picking

A moment of fun and education

Discover the joy of picking your own fruits and vegetables . For children , harvesting is a great way to learn about farm life and their favorite foods. Seeing how fruits and vegetables grow and how they are cultivated will make their mouths water!

Harvesting to eat healthier 

In terms of freshness, picking your own produce at the farm offers the advantage of eating fresh , seasonal fruits and vegetables , harvested at their peak of ripeness. This way of eating allows you to eat more organically and guarantees optimal product quality . It's also a great way to support sustainable agriculture.

Harvested farms to preserve the environment and save money

Picking your own produce avoids waste , since you only take what you need. No more unnecessary packaging , which is also good for the environment! And it's easier on your wallet: no middlemen or transport costs, so the prices are unbeatable!

Some advice before practicing the activity

* Call before heading out to pick your own to make sure the farm is open. Depending on the day, the weather, the season, etc., the fruits and vegetables need time to grow, and this sometimes requires closing for a few days!

* Choose or bring your own container: you can bring your own container or choose one on site. The container is weighed at the start of the harvest.

* Respect the pathways and plantings

* Maintain a safe distance from other pickers

* Taste what you pick!

* You have reached the end of your picking, weigh and pay.

And for those who do n't have the time : the farm shops and outlet stores have done the work for you!

Where to find the picking farms in the Pays de Haguenau?

Throughout the season you will find strawberries, raspberries, white and red currants, blackcurrants, blueberries, blackberries, apples, tomatoes, beans, peas, courgettes, beans, tomatoes... here are some farms for your harvest:

- SCEA Kretzschmar / Krieger in Haguenau - 03 88 73 99 36

- Le Fruitier in Haguenau - 03 88 53 22 73

- Ferme Brandt-Arbogast in Harthouse - 03 88 73 83 01

- EARL Hartmann in Berstheim, Neubourg and Schwindratzheim - 06 75 03 14 66

- Strawberry Country in Huttendorf - 03 88 51 61 48

Strawberry picking season is open ... you'll soon be able to enjoy sorbet, tiramisu, charlotte, smoothies, and tarts.

or simply strawberries with whipped cream!