Singelgracht moat
A continuous moat traces the angular outline of the old fortifications around the centre, one of the clearest historic city shapes on any Dutch map.
Minimalist map poster · Netherlands
Leiden Map Poster & Print
52.1583° N / 4.4931° E
A Dutch university city ringed by a star-shaped moat, with the Rhine and dozens of canals running through its old centre.
- 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
Leiden 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 Leiden, 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
Leiden at home
The map
About this Leiden map poster
Leiden's old centre is one of the most recognisable shapes in the Netherlands. A continuous moat, the Singelgracht, surrounds it in an angular outline that follows the line of former fortifications, and inside that ring the branches of the Oude Rijn and a web of smaller canals divide the city into islands, quays and narrow streets.
At the heart of it stands the Burcht, a medieval motte raised on a mound where two arms of the Rhine meet. The streets radiating from this point, together with the canals, give a Leiden map poster its distinctive density: a compact, watery city where almost every block has a quay or a bridge on at least one side.
Leiden is home to the oldest university in the Netherlands, founded in 1575, and its buildings are spread across the historic centre rather than a single campus. The city is also where Rembrandt was born, and the Hortus botanicus, one of the oldest botanical gardens in Europe, sits by one of the canals.
- Population
- 120,000
- Coordinates
- 52.1583° N / 4.4931° E
- Elevation
- 6 m
- Time zone
- Amsterdam
- Region
- Leiden, Netherlands
Oude Rijn branches
Two arms of the Old Rhine flow through the centre and meet near the Burcht, framing the heart of the city with water on almost every side.
University quarter
University buildings are woven into the old streets and canals rather than set apart, so the whole centre reads as a single, walkable academic town.
Make it yours
Frame your part of Leiden
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 Leiden
A map that means something
Leiden draws students, researchers and visitors from all over the world, and many leave with a strong attachment to its canals and streets. A map of the centre is a quiet reminder of years spent cycling over its bridges and reading by its water.
Personalise the title, subtitle and coordinates line, perhaps with a graduation year or a faculty name, and choose from Classic black & white, Noir, Paper, Blueprint or Sand. Classic black & white shows the canal network with particular clarity.
Order the Leiden 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.
Leiden map poster — FAQ
How do I order the Leiden 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 Leiden 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 Leiden 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 Leiden 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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