Geological surface map of Denmark 1:200.000

The Digital Geological Map of Denmark 1:25,000, version 7.0, is a nationwide geological dataset describing the distribution of near-surface soil and sediment types across Denmark. The dataset is produced and maintained by the Geological Survey of Denmark and Greenland (GEUS) and represents the latest version of the digital soil and sediment map at a scale of 1:25,000. The map is based on an integrated interpretation of geological field observations, borehole data, historical analogue maps, and more recent digital datasets. Soil and sediment units are classified according to their lithological and genetic characteristics and represent the dominant materials in the uppermost geological layers. The dataset is continuously updated, and version 7.0 includes both revisions of previously mapped areas and newly mapped regions. The dataset is widely used as a foundation for geological analysis, land-use planning, environmental assessment, groundwater protection, raw material management, research, and education. In version 7 from 2023, 93% of Denmark's land area is classified, and the map is continuously supplemented. The map and sediment type description are published in GEUS report 2023/29, where further information is available. Official metadata Purpose To provide a detailed, consistent, and up-to-date geological map of near-surface soil and sediment types in Denmark for management, analysis, planning, and research purposes. Lineage The Digital Geological Map version 7.0 is the product of a long-term geological data acquisition and mapping program in Denmark. Field surveys and geological observations were carried out from approximately 1888 up to the publication year of 2023. The map is based on compiled geological data from interpreted field maps, boreholes, and systematic digitization of historical analogue maps. Version 7 includes additional mapped areas beyond earlier versions and was produced by the Geological Survey of Denmark and Greenland (GEUS).

Havbundssedimentkortet, der er opdateret i 2020, viser den geografiske fordeling af havbundssedimenterne i de danske farvande. Den givne sedimentklassificering repræsenterer den primære sedimenttype i de øverste 0,5 m af havbunden. Hver sedimentklasse er defineret ud fra den specifikke kornstørrelsesfordeling. Morænel er dog et blandet sediment af ler, sand og grus, og sedimentære bjergarter udtrykker tilstedeværelsen af aflejringer med en alder på flere millioner år og forskellig historie. På grund af den ujævne datafordeling er klassificeringerne baseret på interpolationer mellem datapunkter sammen med kendskab til den geologiske historie, vanddybder og havbundens morfologi. Derudover er tilgængelig biologisk information (fordeling af alger, ålegræs, muslingebanker osv.) inkluderet som baggrundsinformation. The Seabed sediment map, which is updated in 2020, shows the spatial distribution of the seabed sediments in the Danish waters. The given sediment classification represents the major sediment type of the upper 0.5 m of the seabed. Each sediment class is defined based on the specific grain size distribution. However, till is a mixed sediment of clay, sand and gravel, and sedimentary rocks express the presence of deposits with an age of several million years and different histories. Due to the uneven data distribution, the classifications are based on interpolations between data points together with the knowledge of the geological history the water depths and seabed morphology. Furthermore, available biological information (distribution of algae, eelgrass, mussel beds etc.) has been included as background information.

Topographic maps of Denmark describe the terrain with landscape forms, land use, buildings and roads, and provide an overview of the landscape and the various geographical elements of an area. The 1:250,000 card is suitable as a tourist card as well as a background card for other presentations. The card is also suitable for printing.

Topographic maps of Denmark describe the terrain with landscape forms, land use, buildings and roads, and provide an overview of the landscape and the various geographical elements of an area. The 1:500,000 map provides an overview of the entire country without showing details.

Topographic maps of Denmark describe the terrain with landscape forms, land use, buildings and roads, and provide an overview of the landscape and the various geographical elements of an area. The card in 1:25,000 is suitable for oriented and can be used for e.g. planning, nature management and teaching. The card is also suitable for printing.

The Denmark map is a multi-scalable topographic map with a special focus on scale 1:25,000. The level of detail in the map is high and describes the landscape with associated place names.