Our family highly recommends the Campina Open Farm Days. Last Friday, we visited the Veldhuisen family farm in Nigtevecht—a memorable experience organized brilliantly by the Campina team.
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Parents often hear questions like, "Mom, where does milk come from?" or pleas for more pocket money at the store. Our kids are so accustomed to ready-made products that they've lost touch with their origins. That's why events like the Campina Open Farm Days are perfect—they blend fun with education seamlessly.
As animal lovers (well, most of us), we adore seeing cows and calves up close. It's engaging without feeling like a lesson. Bonus: Campina ambassador Epke Zonderland made a special appearance at our farm—not every location gets that treat!
The event took place on May 11 and May 21. Admission is free, and May 21 falls on Whit Monday—a ideal day for a relaxed, educational family outing.
Why not swap a crowded shopping trip for hands-on farm exploration?
All 57 participating farms offer these engaging activities:
Our farmer guided us through the calf birthing process, from fresh maternity milk to weaning. We toured maternity pens, from newborns to independent calves, and watched the milking parlor in action—20 cows at a time, twice daily for about 2.5 hours total.
A visiting veterinarian explained the cow's remarkable four-stomach system—fascinating! Cows eat around 50 kg of feed daily.
Post-tour, kids tackled this fun challenge. Skip it for activities if preferred, but the tour adds real value for all ages.
Children raced on bouncy skippy cows—a hit, though ours were tuckered out by then.
Test your strength by age group—who lifts heaviest without help?
Hands-on milking demo. Fun fact: A cow produces about 90 glasses of milk daily.
Free entry includes sampling fresh Campina treats.
Each farm adds unique extras. At Nigtevecht, we petted rabbits and played Campina soccer. We picnicked amid grazing cows—pure bliss.
We spent a wonderful morning here and urge you to visit if possible. It's hours of free, enriching fun.
Find nearby farms for Whit Monday:
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