🏔️ The Alps Wall Map
National Geographic | 11th Edition Atlas of the World
A breathtaking tribute to Europe’s most iconic mountain range — perfect for explorers, educators, and map lovers alike.
⛰️ Discover the Heart of Europe’s Natural Majesty
From the jagged snow-dusted peaks of the Mont Blanc Massif to the emerald valleys of the Dolomites, The Alps Wall Map by National Geographic is a visual love letter to one of the most majestic landscapes on Earth. With its stunning detail and artistic finesse, this map transforms any wall into a window to alpine wonder.
Whether you're planning your next hiking expedition, teaching students about tectonic drama, or simply dreaming of distant ridgelines and timeless border towns, this map invites you to trace every contour and riverbend of this legendary region.
🗺️ Why You’ll Love This Map
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Cartographic Artistry
Drawn from National Geographic’s acclaimed 11th Edition Atlas of the World, this map showcases the Alpine region in rich detail — including borders, cities, mountain ranges, rivers, and protected parks.
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Breathtaking Relief Shading
With a heritage of over 75 years of shaded relief mastery, the Alps rise off the page in subtle gradients and striking realism, capturing the drama of elevation like no flat map should.
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Albers Conic Equal-Area Projection
Designed for accuracy in mid-latitude regions like Europe, this projection preserves area relationships and minimizes distortion across the map’s broad horizontal span.
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Swiss Cantons & Capitals Included
A special inset listing of Switzerland’s cantons and their capitals adds a practical and educational dimension.
🎯 Perfect For...
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🏫 Classrooms & Geography Departments – Inspire curiosity in young minds with a stunning visual resource rooted in real-world geography.
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🧭 Outdoor Enthusiasts & Mountaineers – Plan your alpine treks, cycling routes, or ski adventures with confidence.
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🎓 Academic Institutions – Use it as a teaching tool in environmental science, history, or cartography.
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🏠 Home, Office & Chalet Decor – Bring the soul of the mountains into your space with a map that doubles as elegant wall art.
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🎁 The Perfect Gift – A thoughtful and unique present for travellers, map collectors, or those with Swiss, Austrian, or Italian heritage.
📐 Available Sizes
Format |
Dimensions (W × H) |
Standard |
790 mm × 610 mm |
Supermap |
915 mm × 1197 mm |
📦 Choose Your Finish
Format |
Material & Finish |
Description |
📄 Paper (Unlaminated) |
Premium 160gsm matte-coated paper |
Ideal for framing under glass. A refined, smooth finish with superb print clarity. |
💧 Laminated |
Fully encapsulated in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate |
Durable, water-resistant and writeable with whiteboard markers — great for study or planning. |
🪵 Laminated + Hang Rails |
Laminated with timber hang rails (top & bottom) + cord |
A ready-to-hang solution. Elegant and practical, no frame required. Natural timber finish. |
🖼️ Canvas (Unframed) |
395gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas + pigment-based archival inks |
Gallery-quality, museum-grade canvas. Beautifully textured, fade-resistant, and made to last. |
🪵 Canvas + Hang Rails |
Canvas with wooden hang rails + hanging cord |
The ultimate presentation. Timeless, tactile, and crafted for those who appreciate fine detail. |
🎨 Note: Timber rails are finished in natural lacquer.
🛠️ Framing Time: Please allow 10 working days for hang-railed options.
📊 Product Specifications
Attribute |
Details |
Map Title |
The Alps – National Geographic Wall Map |
Edition |
11th Edition Atlas of the World |
Publisher |
National Geographic |
Region Covered |
The Alps – including France, Switzerland, Italy, Austria, Germany, Slovenia, Liechtenstein |
Type |
Physical and Political |
Projection |
Albers Conic Equal-Area |
Relief Shading |
Yes – National Geographic signature shaded relief |
Inset Features |
List of Swiss Cantons and their Capitals |
Label Language |
English |
Paper Material |
160gsm premium matte-coated paper |
Lamination |
Double-sided 80-micron gloss encapsulation |
Canvas Material |
395gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas |
Inks |
Pigment-based, archival-quality inks |
Hang Rail Finish |
Lacquered natural timber |
Made In |
Australia |
Publication Year |
2019 |
🌄 Bring the Alps Home
Whether you’ve hiked the Tour du Mont Blanc, skied the slopes of Zermatt, or simply marvelled at the Alps on a travel documentary, this map offers a daily reminder of their awe-inspiring scale and beauty. It’s more than a map — it’s a celebration of geography, design, and the enduring human connection to mountains.
🛒 Order yours today and bring the splendour of the Alps to your wall.