Autumn is apple season

An experience for the whole family

A trip to the apple orchards combines nature, enjoyment, and togetherness. Children learn in a playful way where fruit comes from, while adults can discover the variety of apple types. The selection ranges from classics such as Elstar or Jonagold to traditional varieties like Boskoop. Many farms provide baskets or buckets on site and weigh the harvested fruit at the end. This way, everyone can put together their own supply for apple pie, compote, or juice.

More than just picking

Many farms turn the visit into a full experience: farm cafés with freshly baked apple pie, guided tours through the orchards, or small farmers’ markets with regional products make the day complete.

Popular orchards

In the area around the Bay of Lübeck and in the Altes Land near the Elbe, there are many fruit growers who open their orchards to the public. Smaller farms with their own cider presses can also be found near Plön and around Kiel.

Addresses such as Obsthof Krieger, Altenfeldsdeich 16, 25489 Haseldorf, or Obsthof Ostsee, Seestraße 32, 23669 Timmendorfer Strand, are well-known destinations for self-pickers.

Conclusion

Apple picking in autumn is a delight that makes nature and regional traditions tangible. It is an ideal outing for families, friends, or couples who want to combine leisure with enjoyment. Anyone visiting Northern Germany during harvest season should definitely plan a day in an apple orchard.