The singel ring
A continuous loop of canal surrounds the historic core. Its angled corners follow the old bastions, and it is the most recognisable shape on any map of the city.
Minimalist map poster · Netherlands
Leeuwarden Map Poster & Print
53.2027° N / 5.8097° E
A Frisian old town held inside a ring of canals, with the former bastion lines still traced in water
- What you see is exactly what you get
- Up to 7,200 × 10,800 px · 300 DPI
- PNG + print-ready PDF
- No watermark
One city, five moods
Leeuwarden in every style
Tap a style to see it on the wall. Every style costs the same — printed, framed or as HD files.
Actual pixels · 24 × 36″ print filePrint-sharp
Every street in Leeuwarden, razor sharp
This is a 100% crop of the real print file. Every poster — printed, framed or downloaded — is rendered on our servers at 300 DPI, up to 7,200 × 10,800 pixels, so even the smallest lanes stay crisp on a 24 × 36″ print.
On the wall
Leeuwarden at home
The map
About this Leeuwarden map poster
Leeuwarden is the capital of Friesland, and its map is defined by water. The historic centre is surrounded by a loop of singels, the canals that follow the line of the old fortifications. Their angular zigzag still shows where the bastions once stood. Inside this ring, narrower grachten cut through the old town and divide it into irregular blocks of dense streets.
Outside the singels the city spreads into newer districts, parks and waterways that continue into the flat, lake-dotted Frisian countryside. The Oldehove, a leaning church tower that was never finished, marks the old centre. The city was European Capital of Culture in 2018, and it is linked to two well-known names. The graphic artist M. C. Escher was born here, and so was Mata Hari.
A Leeuwarden map poster suits anyone who likes a plan with a clear outline. The water ring works almost like a frame within the frame. The canals read as bold bands, and the old streets pack tightly inside them. Beyond the ring, the looser pattern of the later city gives the composition some contrast and depth.
- Population
- 124,000
- Coordinates
- 53.2027° N / 5.8097° E
- Elevation
- 1 m
- Time zone
- Amsterdam
- Region
- Leeuwarden, Netherlands
Inner grachten
Narrower canals run through the old centre and split it into blocks with quays on both sides. They add fine lines of water to the dense street pattern.
Flat water country
Beyond the built-up area, drainage channels and straight polder roads spread across the low land. They show how closely Frisian towns are tied to water management.
Make it yours
Frame your part of Leeuwarden
Add a date, a name or a line of your own, switch style, size or orientation.
The free preview is low-resolution with a watermark. Prints and HD files are rendered at 300 DPI, up to 7,200 × 10,800 px, without a watermark.
Why Leeuwarden
A map that means something
Leeuwarden's canal ring makes an unusually graphic map that also works as a design piece on the wall. It is a natural choice for Frisians, for students who spent their years there, or for anyone who fell for the city after one visit.
Add your own title, subtitle and coordinates, perhaps marking a move or an anniversary, and pick one of five styles: Classic black & white, Noir, Paper, Blueprint or Sand. The $9 digital download includes six sizes as 300 DPI PNG and print-ready PDF files.
Order the Leeuwarden posterWhat's in the HD download300 DPINo watermarkPNG + PDF
| Print size | Resolution | Files |
|---|---|---|
| 30 × 40 cm11.8 × 15.7″ | 3,543 × 4,724 px | PNG · PDF |
| 29.7 × 42 cm (A3)11.7 × 16.5″ | 3,508 × 4,961 px | PNG · PDF |
| 42 × 59.4 cm (A2)16.5 × 23.4″ | 4,961 × 7,016 px | PNG · PDF |
| 45.7 × 61 cm18 × 24″ | 5,400 × 7,200 px | PNG · PDF |
| 50 × 70 cm19.7 × 27.6″ | 5,906 × 8,268 px | PNG · PDF |
| 61 × 91.4 cm24 × 36″ | 7,200 × 10,800 px | PNG · PDF |
For comparison, the free preview is 900 px wide, watermarked and meant for screens. The HD files have up to 8× the resolution in each direction and print cleanly at full poster size.
Leeuwarden map poster — FAQ
How do I order the Leeuwarden poster?
Pick a style at the top of the page, then choose Printed Poster — a size and, if you like, a frame — or Digital HD Files. Checkout takes one step, and your order page updates as soon as the payment goes through.
What is the printed Leeuwarden poster like?
It is printed on premium 200 gsm matte paper in one of six sizes, from 30 × 40 cm to 24 × 36″. Printed posters start at $39, shipping included.
Can I order the Leeuwarden poster framed?
Yes. Choose a solid wood frame in black, white, natural oak or dark wood. It comes with shatterproof glazing and is ready to hang. Framed posters start at $99, shipping included.
How long does delivery take, and what does it cost?
Shipping is free to 60+ countries. Each poster is printed by the nearest of our print partners in 30+ countries and usually arrives in 3–7 business days. You can follow the status and tracking under My Orders. A few countries take 2–5 weeks, and where we don't ship yet, the site tells you before you pay.
What if my poster arrives damaged?
Send us a photo within 14 days of delivery and we will reprint it for free or refund you.
Can I add our names or a date to the Leeuwarden poster?
Yes. In the editor on this page, change the title, the subtitle and the coordinates line to anything you like, and pick a style and size. Printed, framed and digital orders all use exactly your design.
What do I get with the digital HD files?
For $9 you get 300 DPI PNG and print-ready PDF files in all six sizes, without a watermark, to print anywhere. Not sure yet? Download a free watermarked preview first.
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