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Geldrop Castle
The estate that stimulates
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Geldrop Castle
The estate that stimulates
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Geldrop Castle
The estate that stimulates
You can find Geldrop Castle in the middle of Geldrop’s town centre surrounded by a magnificent English landscape garden. “Kasteel Geldrop”, as it is called by the Dutch, was built in 1350 by knight Philips the First of Geldrop, of whom little else is known.
By now the castle and the gardens surrounding it have become a beautiful spot perfect for relaxation. The little ones will enjoy themselves in the Kinderboerderij (petting zoo) and in the Zintuigentuin (sensory garden). In the Bloemenhof (flower garden), which is filled to the Brin with flowers, has all kinds of seating areas you can use. The Koetshuis is home to the IVN, which regularly organises all kinds of activities.
It’s fantastic to stroll through the castle. There are several guided tours available to reserve so you can truly discover the real treasures. You will be surprised by the old cellar with the dungeon, the 19th-century period rooms with authentic furniture and the library with the old books. And it just may be that a wedding is just taking place, as Geldrop Castle is a popular place to exchange vows and make beautiful wedding photos.
There are regularly expositions in the castle to visit. Geldrop Castle’s exposition rooms are entirely wheelchair friendly. The expositions are opened to visitors every Thursday, Friday and Sunday between 14.00 and 17.00 o’clock. Admission is free.
Castle Bloemenhof
The former vegetable garden and orchard was built round 1870 by Hubertus Paulus Hoevenaar jr., operator of sugar factories in India. This former resident was the co-founder of a tree nursery in Eindhoven and was very interested in landscaping. He was the one who gave the castle and the park its current shape. And with that, we mean the castle in the middle of the park, with an English landscape garden surrounding it (which was extremely in fashion with the wealthy) and on the western edge a walled vegetable garden and orchard.
Delicious Lunches at the Kasteelhoeve
The Kasteelhoeve can be found on the Castle Geldrop estate. The Kasteelhoeve is situated along the Bloemenhof together with its Brasserie. The Kasteelhoeve has a great view of the beautifully landscaped garden and the flower greenhouse. The moment you settle on the terrace, the chance you stay there longer grows exponentially. In good weather, enjoyment is at its best. It is an oasis of rest in the colourful and convivial Geldrop.
Castle Kinderboerderij
You will also find the Kinderboerderij on the Geldrop Castle estate. It is a petting zoo in a beautiful spot, surrounded by greenery with stables and a private yard. Donkeys, sheep, goats, pigs, chickens, rabbits, guinea pigs and hamsters all live in and around the farm. And don’t forget Rube, the housecat who chases the mice away from the feeding pens. All animals are taken care of by over40 volunteers. Together they run the farm.
Castle Zintuigentuin
Meet the latest extension of the Geldrop Castle Estate. The Castle Zintuigentuin is surprisingly fun for everyone, and especially for people in a wheelchair and people with a disability. The Zintuigentuin focusses entirely on the human senses: feeling, smelling, hearing and seeing. There’s even a ‘bare feet path’ and a meerkat maze. Be careful that you don’t get lost!
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Guided tour through the castle
Guided tour through the castle
The enthusiastic group of tour guides can give a guided tour of the castle per request. In the tour they will tell any interesting stories about Geldrop Castle and its residents.
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Quest through the castle
Will you join the quest through the castle? With the help of 17 questions you will learn everything about Geldrop Castle and the other castles in the Netherlands.
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Smart Investigators game for school classes
Smart Investigators game for school classes
Kids sleuth through the dark basem*nt, the stately Baron’s room and the dusty attic looking for assignments to learn more about the castle.
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Kasteelkwis for adults
The Kasteelkwis is a treasure hunt for adults in the various rooms of the castle. Do you and your friends accept the challenge?
Agenda - Fun activities at the castle
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Annoying, but interesting
Annoying, but interesting
until 27 October
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Expo Engels en Van Opheusden
Expo Engels en Van Opheusden
until 30 June
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Rides with Teun and Kasper in front of the donkey cart
Rides with Teun and Kasper in front of the donkey cart
monthly
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Reading at the petting Zoo
Reading at the petting Zoo
monthly
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Kommus Castle Festival
Kommus Castle Festival
5 until 7 July
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Exhibition Thea van Herpt
Exhibition Thea van Herpt
7 July until 25 August
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Summer opening of Geldrop Castle
Summer opening of Geldrop Castle
9 July until 24 August
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Kids' animal care course
Kids' animal care course
30 July, 1 August
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Petting Zoo's 38th Anniversary
Petting Zoo's 38th Anniversary
Sunday 8 September
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Petting zoo birthday
Petting zoo birthday
Sunday 8 September
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Alma Quartet
Alma Quartet
Sunday 15 September
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Animal Day at the castle farm
Animal Day at the castle farm
Sunday 6 October
