Like many agricultural producers in the Niagara-on-the-Lake area of Ontario, Kurtz Orchards was established by European immigrants to Canada who brought their traditional practices to their new land. Visitors can enjoy a range of food experiences at the orchard: eat freshly made bakery produce, sample local and international cheeses, and have a picnic amid the fruit trees. The orchard also runs seasonal tram tours for a relaxed way of seeing the picturesque landscape.
Most people visit Kurtz Orchards independently. If you want to visit with a guide, take a private culinary or wine tour of the Niagara-on-the-Lake region and ask for Kurtz Orchards to be included on the itinerary.
Kurtz Orchards is just south of Niagara-on-the-Lake, overlooking the Niagara River. It's about 2.5 miles (4 kilometers) from the shores of Lake Ontario. It’s just before the turn-off down the East and West Line Road. It’s easiest to reach by private vehicle or by bike for a more active experience.
Kurtz Orchards periodically holds seasonal events, such as afternoons of beer tasting. Check its website before your visit to see if anything special will be happening at the time. Summer (June–Sep.) is the best time to visit.
The 34-mile (56-kilometer) Niagara River Recreation Trail is a fun way to experience more of the region’s beautiful countryside. You can make the trip as vigorous or as relaxed as you like, stopping along the way at vineyards and photo vantage points. Experienced cyclists may bike it in one go. Enjoy the views of Lake Ontario, the Niagara River, and across the border to the US.
