Markets and Tasting Fair
Walking through stalls of local farmers and artisans, tasting seasonal foods and crafts.
~11:00
Meppen Harvest Festival
Oogstfeest Meppen
Meppen, Netherlands
Sep 19 - 20, 2026ConfirmedSource
Each September, the old Drenthe village of Meppen celebrates the harvest with the Oogstfeest. Farm produce, foraging traditions, and rural festivity fill a weekend in the rustic esdorp, in a celebration that draws on the deep farming heritage of this corner of the Dutch countryside.
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Day 1 · Sep 19
Wildpluk Excursie (Foraging Tour)
Participants join an expert-led walk to collect and learn about edible wild foods native to Drenthe.
~14:00
Where it happens
Village of Meppen
Meppen, Netherlands
Open in MapsHow to show up well
Prepare before you go
Bring reusable bags for produce, quiet shoes for foraging
Respect local boundaries
Respect local foraging guidelines; follow safety instructions at events.
Practical notes
Crowds & timing
Crowd level: moderate.
Tickets
Free events are available.
REGIONAL HARVEST & FOODWAYS
Meppen Harvest Festival
Oogstfeest Meppen
Meppen, Netherlands
Each September, the old Drenthe village of Meppen celebrates the harvest with the Oogstfeest. Farm produce, foraging traditions, and rural festivity fill a weekend in the rustic esdorp, in a celebration that draws on the deep farming heritage of this corner of the Dutch countryside.
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Sep 19 - 20, 2026Confirmed dates
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The story behind it
The festival highlights Drenthe farming produce and foraging traditions. By involving local farmers and artisans, it promotes awareness of regional agricultural products and rural heritage.
Key moments to know
Day 1Sep 192 moments
Day 1Sep 19~11:00Expected
Markets and Tasting Fair
Walking through stalls of local farmers and artisans, tasting seasonal foods and crafts.
Day 1Sep 19~14:00Expected
Wildpluk Excursie (Foraging Tour)
Participants join an expert-led walk to collect and learn about edible wild foods native to Drenthe.
How to show up well
first-timer tips
Prepare before you go
Bring reusable bags for produce, quiet shoes for foraging
Respect local boundaries
Respect local foraging guidelines; follow safety instructions at events.
Essentials at a glance
Date window
Sep 19 - 20, 2026
Confirmed
City / Area
Meppen
Northern Netherlands (Drenthe)
Cost
Free public events available
Good for
Families welcome
Very High visitor welcome
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