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The Baechlihof Jona Farm in Rapperswil decorated with seasonal pumpkins
The annual pumpkin sculpture expo at Baechlihof Jona in Rapperswil.  Children can climb on tractors near the playground.

Bächlihof Jona

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What Families Can Enjoy

  • Orchard & berry production: Home-grown apples, pears, blueberries

  • Farm Shop & Restaurant: Seasonal regional cuisine—from breakfast (BuureZmorge) to lunch and snacks

  • HofManufaktur: On-site production of farm goods like hummus, oat drink, soups, popcorn—viewable through large glass windows

  • Play areas: Natural playground, straw “hopping” castle, “Geisslipark” (goat petting zoo)

  • Self-pick fruit: Blueberries when in season; seasonal pumpkin exhibition with great photo opportunities

  • Pets welcome: Dogs can visit the farm but are not permitted in the restaurant for hygiene reasons

Seasonal Feature: "LET'S PLAY" Pumpkin Exhibition

  • Theme: Play and gaming-inspired pumpkin sculptures and visuals

  • Includes: Pumpkin-related events, food specialities, interactive features

  • Entry: Free (unlike the Juckerhof site which may charge) 

Brunch, Dining & Farm Shop – Culinary Fun

  • Weekend Brunch: “BuureZmorge” served Saturdays, Sundays & public holidays — homemade regional specialties

  • Farm Restaurant: Buffet-style: hot/cold dishes, regional seasonal ingredients

  • Farm Shop: Fresh fruit, vegetables and value-added products like jams and soups—directly from the farm

Events & Programming at Bächlihof

  • Pumpkin Weighing Championship: October 4, 2025 (guests bring giant pumpkins to weigh)

  • Halloween Weekend: October 25–26, 2025 — with pumpkin carving, face painting, glitter tattoos, crafts

  • “Kürbisschlachtete” (Pumpkin Harvest Celebration): November 1, 2025 — end-of-season pumpkin butchering for seed saving

  • FarmTicker Blog: Stories about farm life, behind-the-scenes highlights, other seasonal updates

Events & Seminar Facilities

  • On-site event spaces: The Bächlihof, just under an hour from Zurich, hosts weddings, seminars, business events, and private celebrations for groups up to 2,000 people.

  • Facilities include: Heugade (180 pax seminar space), Schopf (cozy for festive dinners), or book the entire facility for large events 

Why Bächlihof Is Ideal for Families & Indoor-Search Audiences

  • Perfect for a family outing near Zurich—accessible, welcoming, and active rain or shine

  • Hands-on nature & play alongside farm education and seasonal fun (like the pumpkin exhibition)

  • Eat, play, learn—under one roof: from on-site meals to farm shop, animals, workshops, and events

  • Hygienic, inclusive, and dog-friendly (exceptions in eating areas) 

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  • Activity type: Outdoor, Group, Solo
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  • Activity language: German, English
  • Age Group: 0 - 99

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Available hours:
Daily from 9am – 6pm
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Blaubrunnenstrasse 70
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