Meet the bees behind the honey
A working apiary in the heart of our garden. Watch the beekeeper open a hive, taste the honey and learn how a colony lives, for young and old.
IMKERIJ - BIJENSTAL
APRIL - SEPTEMBER
Experiences on Saturday and on request
FOR ALL AGES
Safety gear is provided
WITH THE NBV
partner of the National Bee Association
SWARMS - HORNETS
Call for help and advise
THE BEE KEEPER EXPERIENCE
Up close at the hive
Join our beekeeper in the Apiary as he opens a hive and shows you the queen, the brood and the honey stores. You finish with a tasting of different honeys from our own colonies, then stay for coffee and cake in the café.
WHEN
Saturdays, 11am April - September
WHO
all ages
HOW LONG
20-40 Minutes, weather permitting
INCLUDED
Protective gear, honey tasting
EUR 5 per Person
IMKER CAFE WORKSHOPS
Make things and learn with nature
Hands on Sunday workshops in the Apiary with all material included. You take home what you make
THE BEE STORY
From five colonies to a busy apiary
For years this place was known as de Bijenstal, an apiary and beekeeping museum. When we took over in 2021 only five colonies were left. After a steep learning curve, and plenty of stings, the hives are back to full strength and the honey is flowing.
Over time we want to grow into a regional hub for beekeepers and nature lovers, with a bee-friendly garden full of flowers.
Take the honey home
Spring and summer honey from our own hives, in the café and online.
Before you come
Wear closed shoes and long trousers. We lend you a suit and veil. Allergic to stings? Let us know beforehand and watch from behind the glass. Sessions may move in rain or strong wind.