What is Mapire?
Mapire presents historical maps of Europe, especially the military surveys and cadastral maps of the Habsburg Empire, georeferenced so you can overlay them on modern maps or view them in 3D.
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Mapire
Historical maps of the Habsburg Empire and Europe, georeferenced
- Coverage
- Central Europe
- Updates
- Archive
- Price
- Free + paid plan
- Sign-up
- Not needed
- View
- Flat map
What you can do
- Habsburg military surveys
- Cadastral maps
- Historical city maps
- Overlay and 3D view
The details
- Coverage
- Central Europe
- Updates
- Static archive
- Data source
- Austrian and Hungarian archives
- Made by
- Arcanum (company)
- Price
- Free + paid plan
- Account
- No account needed
- On phones
- Works well on phones
- Map view
- Flat map
Tips for using Mapire
- Compare the First and Second Military Surveys to see landscapes change in the 19th century.
Who it is for
Mapire is especially useful for history lovers and researchers & analysts.
Questions about Mapire
Is Mapire free?
You can use the basic map for free. Some features need a paid plan.
Do I need an account to use Mapire?
No. You can open the map and use it without signing up.
How often is Mapire updated?
It is an archive: the content is historical and does not change often.
Where does Mapire get its data?
Austrian and Hungarian archives.
Can I use Mapire on my phone?
Yes. The website works well in a phone browser.
What are some alternatives to Mapire?
Similar maps include David Rumsey Map Collection, Old Maps Online, National Library of Scotland Maps and Library of Congress Maps. See the full list of Mapire alternatives on ColorfulMaps.
Summary based on public information about Mapire. Features and prices change; the map's own website has the latest details.
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