Germany — National Geographic Wall Map (1991)
A country stitched back together. Published in September 1991, this definitive Germany wall map captures the first clear portrait of a reunified nation after the fall of the Berlin Wall—political boundaries reset, federal states re-established, and a continent entering a new chapter. National Geographic’s crisp, period-true cartography—clean linework, balanced colour, and legible hierarchy—commands a wall from across the room and rewards close study at arm’s length.
Issued alongside the companion “Traveler’s Map of Germany” and the article “The Morning After: Germany Reunited,” it’s both reference and artefact of a watershed year.
More Than a Map – A Testament to History
This isn’t just wall art—it’s a frame for understanding Germany at the dawn of the 1990s. Newly unified Bundesländer, capitals, and transport networks reveal how administration, infrastructure, and identity knit together following the Cold War. Ideal for educators, planners, historians, designers, and collectors, it pairs beautifully with other late-20th-century National Geographic maps for thematic displays and comparative study.
Hang it in studios, libraries, classrooms, museums, offices, or at home to invite reflection, study, and conversation.
Premium Materials & Finishes
We treat history with the respect it deserves. That’s why we offer multiple formats, each produced using high-quality materials and modern archival printing.
🌟 Archival Paper Print
Printed on heavyweight 160gsm archival-grade paper.
Smooth matte finish reduces glare and preserves fine linework and small labels.
Ideal for framing under glass—clean, timeless, and built to last.
💎 Laminated Edition
Encapsulated in two sheets of 80-micron gloss laminate using true thermal bonding—not just surface lamination.
Moisture-resistant, wipe-clean surface—perfect for classrooms and high-traffic reference spaces.
Optional Natural Timber Hang Rails: lacquered rails with a fitted hanging cord provide a polished, ready-to-hang presentation—no frame required. (Please allow up to 10 working days for delivery with hang rails.)
🏆 Museum-Quality Canvas
Printed on heavyweight 395gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas for rich texture and exceptional strength.
Pigment-based, fade-resistant inks deliver deep tone and crisp typography that endure for generations.
Optional Natural Timber Hang Rails: lacquered to enhance the wood grain and protect against wear; top cord for effortless hanging—elegant in any setting. (Please allow up to 10 working days for delivery with hang rails.)
Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Title | Germany |
| Series | National Geographic single-sheet regional map |
| Original Publication | 1991 (September) — companion to “Traveler’s Map of Germany” and “The Morning After: Germany Reunited.” |
| Scale | 1:1,581,000 |
| Cartographic Content | Post-Cold War political boundaries of reunified Germany; Bundesländer; capitals & major cities; coastlines; road & rail networks |
| Map Size | 513 mm (W) × 659 mm (H) |
| Available Formats | Paper, Laminated, Canvas |
| Paper Weight | 160gsm archival-quality |
| Laminate | 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate sheets (encapsulated) |
| Canvas Weight | 395gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas |
| Inks | Pigment-based, fade-resistant |
| Optional Hang Rails | Available on Laminated & Canvas (lead time up to 10 working days) |
| Origin | Printed in Australia |
Why Choose This Map
✔ Era-True Snapshot: Germany after reunification—a clean, authoritative 1991 baseline.
✔ Administrative Clarity: Bundesländer and major cities shown with clear hierarchy.
✔ Clarity at Scale: Balanced design for wall impact and fine-label legibility.
✔ Decorative & Scholarly: Equally at home in living spaces, offices, and classrooms.
✔ Archival Craft: Premium substrates and inks preserve contrast, labels, and linework for decades.
Our Commitment
We believe that preserving history is as important as telling it. Every map is printed locally in Australia using state-of-the-art technology, carefully checked by hand, and packed with care. From the moment it leaves our workshop to the day it hangs on your wall, we ensure quality you can trust and a legacy you’ll be proud to share.
Mark the moment Germany became one again—order the Germany Wall Map (1991) and turn your space into a conversation.
