Geological map of the pre-Quaternary surface in Denmark

This dataset represents a geological map of the pre-Quaternary surface in Denmark, compiled by Håkansson & Pedersen (1992). The map illustrates the geological delineation and extent of pre-Quaternary formations beneath the Quaternary deposits and is based on geological observations, borehole data and previous interpretations. The dataset provides a regional overview of the pre-Quaternary geological surface and its characteristics as a basis for further geological interpretation.

Reference:

Stenestad, E. 1982: Karst. Varv, 4, pp. 113-119.

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Date ( Publication )
2022-01-01
Identifier
dk.geus / praekvartaer_overfladen
Presentation form
Digital map
Purpose
The purpose of the dataset is to provide an overview map of the pre-Quaternary geological surface in Denmark as a reference for regional geological understanding. The dataset is used for stratigraphic overview, geological interpretation and as background information in Quaternary geological studies.
Status
Completed
Point of contact
  The Geological Survey of Denmark and Greenland (GEUS) - GIS-support ( )
Maintenance and update frequency
As needed
Point of contact
  The Geological Survey of Denmark and Greenland (GEUS) - GIS-support
Keywords ( Theme )
  • Dataset
  • Geology
  • Pre-Quaternary
  • Subsurface
  • Denmark
  • Varv
Forskningsemner Forskningsemner ( Theme )
Geografisk Geografisk ( Place )
Access constraints
Other restrictions
Use constraints
Other restrictions
Other constraints
This dataset is based on material copyrighted by Varv journal (© 1992). GEUS is not the copyright holder of the original material. Use, redistribution or reproduction may be subject to copyright restrictions and requires permission from the rights holder. Users are responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable copyright legislation.
Other constraints
CC0 1.0
Spatial representation type
Vector
Spatial representation type
Grid
Denominator
500000
Metadata language
Da
Character set
UTF8
Topic category
  • Geoscientific information
Begin date
1982-01-01
End date
1992-01-01
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Supplemental Information
The dataset represents a historical, interpretation-based geological map reflecting the level of knowledge and data availability at the time of compilation in the early 1990s. The map is no longer updated and primarily serves as a reference for regional geological understanding and the development of pre-Quaternary interpretations in Denmark. The dataset should be used in conjunction with more recent borehole data and maps where detailed stratigraphic or geometric information is required.
Reference system identifier
ETRS 89 / UTM 32N (EPSG:25832)
Distribution format
  • WMS ( )

  • REST ( )

  • WMTS ( )

Distributor
  The Geological Survey of Denmark and Greenland (GEUS) - GIS-support
OnLine resource
Interactive webmap ( WWW:LINK-1.0-http--link )

Interactive map displaying the dataset.

OnLine resource
Stenestad, E. (1982): Karst. Varv, 4, pp. 113-119. ( DOI )

Scientific article by E. Stenestad (1982) presenting early descriptions and references related to mapping of the pre-Quaternary surface and karst phenomena in Denmark.

OnLine resource
Geo-guidance 8 ( WWW:LINK-1.0-http--link )

GEUS guidance document describing geological maps and datasets used in Denmark. The map of the pre-Quaternary surface is reproduced and referenced as figure 6 on page 21.

OnLine resource
Varv – cover and register (1982) ( WWW:LINK-1.0-http--link )

Cover and register from the journal Varv (1982), where the map of the pre-Quaternary surface is presented editorially. The document serves as a supplementary reference to the contemporaneous context of the map.

OnLine resource
Praekvartaer_Varv ( ESRI:REST )

ArcGIS REST Service

OnLine resource
Varv_stratigrafi ( OGC:WMS-1.3.0-http-get-capabilities )

ArcGIS WMS Service

OnLine resource
Denmark_Praekvartaer_Varv ( OGC:WMTS-1.0.0-http-get-capabilities )

ArcGIS WMTS Service

Hierarchy level
Dataset
Statement
The dataset is based on a geological map of the pre-Quaternary surface compiled by Håkansson & Pedersen (1992). The map is based on geological observations, borehole data and previous interpretations and was originally cited in Stenestad (1982): Karst, Varv, 4, pp. 113-119. The map has subsequently been reproduced and referenced in later publications, including Geo-vejledning 8, where it appears as figure 6. The dataset represents an interpretation-based regional geological overview reflecting the level of knowledge at the time of compilation.
File identifier
de4132ca-5102-44fa-af39-eae1f6fe46a1 XML
Metadata language
Danskda
Character set
UTF8
Hierarchy level
Dataset
Date stamp
2026-03-20T10:38:01.708474Z
Metadata standard name
ISO 19115:2003/19139
Metadata standard version
1.0
Point of contact
  The Geological Survey of Denmark and Greenland (GEUS) - GIS-support ( )
 
 

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Keywords

Dataset Denmark Geology Pre-Quaternary Subsurface Varv
Forskningsemner
Geoscience and history policy Stratigraphy and correlation Tectonics and structural geology

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