An excursion in good taste

The Cheese Farm Jacobs Hoeve lies in the polder next to the dike in Katwoude, nestled between Monnickendam and Volendam. Our farmstead overlooks the beautiful IJsselmeer. This unique rural setting forms the framework for our time-honoured Dutch business of making cheese!

Our team at the Jacobs Hoeve, attired daily in the traditional Volendam costume, awaits your visit. Upon your arrival, we treat you to a professional demonstration of the cheese-making process. Utilizing the necessary equipment and providing a clear explanation in multiple languages (Dutch, French, English, German, Spanish or Italian) we help you experience the art of cheese-making from milk to finished product.

In addition to the world-famous Edam and Gouda cheese, Henri Willig also makes sheep and goat cheese. Our cheeses are plain or flavoured with various herbs and spices such as cumin, pepper, fenugreek or chilli pepper. After the demonstration, guests are welcome to sample the unique flavours of our cheese products and further explore and enjoy the ambiance of our farmstead at their leisure.

Tour operators may bring their bussed groups by for a scheduled tour or on short notice. Private visitors may drop by anytime during opening hours without an appointment. The Jacobs Hoeve is open daily from 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., from March through November. Closed from December through February. Entrance free of charge. 

Our farms are situated close to Amsterdam and open daily.		Visit our farms free of charge. On-site parking available.