In Toulouse, the Candie orchard opens its doors to the general public for organic apple picking. Located on chemin de la Saudrune, this municipal orchard invites residents to pick their own seasonal fruit. Harvesting takes place from late August to early November, depending on the ripeness of the varieties. Prices are more than reasonable, and every visitor leaves with a well-stocked basket! The aim is simple: to share a taste for nature and promote local, accessible and environmentally-friendly production.
It’s possible to pick organic apples in Toulouse
Have you heard of the Candie orchard? Located in the Basso-Cambo district, this 12-hectare organically farmed orchard is brimming with generous apple trees. Every autumn, Toulousans are invited to take part in the harvest. Come in, basket in hand, and pick your own fruit directly from the trees. The varieties harvested – Gala, Delbard, Goldrush and many others – cover every taste, from sweet to tart.
In just a few hours, you can fill up your shopping bag by picking fruit one by one. It’s a convivial activity that also allows you to buy at a lower price than in the store, while supporting local AB-labeled production. For example, the price per kilo for Galiwa apples is €1.80 at the orchard, compared with €2.80 in the store.
A family, local and ecological outing
Picking organic apples is an ideal way to introduce young and old alike to the pleasures of nature and short supply chains. The experience is made all the more interesting by the fact that it’s part of a truly ecological approach. The orchard is grown without chemicals and has been part of the municipal heritage for almost forty years.
In other words, at Candie, you’re banking on conscious, local consumption. So, are you ready to swap the supermarket for a weekend of outdoor picking? Don’t forget to put on your boots on rainy days! An activity that’s sure to get you going.
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