Frequently asked questions
How to create a personalized map poster, give it as a gift, or download it in HD ready to print: the essential answers about MaptoWall.
How do I make a map poster of my city for free?
Enter a city name on MaptoWall, pick a theme and framing, then download a free preview. The watermark-free A3 HD export costs 5 EUR.
Create a posterCan I create a map poster of the exact place where I got married or was born?
Yes. Search the city, zoom in on the exact neighborhood or address, then add the date as a subtitle to get a one-of-a-kind keepsake poster.
A map as a wedding giftWhat is an original wedding gift idea?
A poster of the map where the couple met or married, with the date as a subtitle, makes a personal and lasting wedding gift.
Wedding gift guideHow can I give a poster of a child's birth city?
Enter the birth city, add the year as a subtitle, and pick a clean style. MaptoWall generates a frame-ready poster in seconds.
New baby gift guideWhich map makes a good gift after a move?
Give the map of the old city for nostalgia, or the new one to celebrate the move. Both are customized online in a few clicks.
Wall decor guideCan I create a poster of a memorable travel destination?
Yes. Tokyo, Lisbon, or New York make highly recognizable posters. Enter the destination, adjust the zoom on the meaningful area, and download the file.
How do I change the colors and style of my city map poster?
Pick from 12 graphic themes, adjust the typography and zoom, then add a subtitle such as a date or GPS coordinates. The preview updates live.
See Premium optionsHow is the poster delivered?
By instant download after payment, in PNG, SVG, and PDF. The file is ready to print at home or at a print shop, with no shipping wait.
Formats and delivered filesHow much does a personalized map poster cost?
The preview is free. The watermark-free A3 HD file costs 5 EUR, and a pack of three posters is 12 EUR. Secure payment via Stripe.
See pricingWhat size and resolution do I need to print a map poster at home?
The file is A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) at 300 DPI. It stays sharp printed at A4, A3, or 30 x 40 cm, on a home photo printer or at a print shop.
Printing guideWhich file formats are available?
The file is A3 300 DPI (29.7 x 42 cm) in PNG, SVG, and PDF. For the best result, print it on good-quality matte photo paper.
PNG, SVG, or PDF?How long does it take to get the poster?
No wait: the high-definition file is available immediately after payment. You download it and print it whenever you like, in A3 format.
Where does the map data come from?
All maps come from OpenStreetMap, an open global map database. Over 50,000 cities are available, from major capitals to small villages.
OpenStreetMap and wall artIs it legal to print and frame a map poster made from OpenStreetMap data?
Yes. OpenStreetMap data is under the open ODbL license: printing, framing, and gifting your poster is allowed, as long as OpenStreetMap contributors are credited.
Business use and licensingCan I get a refund if I am not satisfied?
Yes. MaptoWall offers a 30-day refund guarantee. The free preview also lets you check the result before any payment.