The village is characterized by its picturesque settings, surrounded by natural landscapes including forests and meadows which are part of the larger Strabrechtse Heide, an extensive heathland area.

Geldrop has proven a fertile ground for archaeological digs, with finds from various historical and prehistorical eras.

Finds in the south of Zesgehuchten (a district of Geldrop) indicate small settlements from the New Stone Age (about 3000 BC).

The history of Geldrop itself dates back to the Middle Ages, and it was first mentioned in historical records in 1296.

Today, it hosts a variety of businesses and services, with significant contributions from the healthcare, retail, and manufacturing sectors.