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Our latest news, tips and recipes featuring cherries 🍒
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1 July 2026Saturday July 4th: the last day
Self-picking is over. The orchard stays open this Saturday with pre-picked cherries and a picnic-friendly atmosphere. Come for one last visit!
29 June 2026Still picking! Self-picking continues at the orchard
After a great weekend, the trees are less loaded but cherry picking continues at Fernelmont. Remaining cherries are up high — large ladders available.
23 June 2026Is the Cherry Belgium's National Fruit?
Belgium has no official national fruit, but the cherry holds a special place in Belgian culture: Schaerbeek cherry, Kriek beer, Walloon orchards. Find out why 🍒
23 June 2026Buy fresh cherries at Fernelmont
Buy fresh cherries directly from our orchard in Fernelmont, Belgium. Pre-picked cherries available at €10/kg, or pick your own at €9/kg. Regina variety, harvested the same day.
15 June 2026Cherry season in Belgium: dates & varieties (2026)
When does cherry season start in Belgium? A variety-by-variety calendar, the key dates and the best time to come picking at our family orchard in Fernelmont.
31 May 2026Late-May heat: we watered the young cherry trees
A heatwave hit the orchard at the end of May! We share why we brought out the water tank to water our young cherry trees, as a family 🍒
2 May 2026News from the orchard: the season looks wonderful
Fresh news from our orchard in Fernelmont: the first cherries are showing, the trees look great and we hope to open at the end of June. With a short video of the orchard 🍒
19 March 2026Cherry Varieties, Benefits & Recipes: Complete Guide
Your complete cherry guide: varieties from Burlat to Regina, health benefits, storage tips and easy recipes. From a Belgian self-picking orchard 🍒
19 March 2026Can you freeze cherries? The complete guide
How to freeze cherries, with or without pits: step-by-step method, storage (10-12 months), defrosting tips and recipes to enjoy them all year 🍒
19 March 20265 easy recipes with fresh cherries
Discover 5 simple recipes with fresh cherries: clafoutis, express jam, cherry-banana smoothie, baby compote and cherries in syrup.
