OpenStreetMap baggrundskort over Danmark

The dataset is based on OpenStreetMap (OSM) data downloaded from the official OpenStreetMap distribution platform. The data have subsequently been processed and published as a customised web service.

OpenStreetMap is an open, crowdsourced geospatial dataset that is continuously maintained and updated by a global community of contributors. The dataset contains vector-based geographic features, including transport networks, buildings, land use, hydrography, natural features, and points of interest.

The data are used as a background map and reference dataset for map visualisation and spatial analysis at local, regional, and national scales. Data content and quality vary geographically and depend on contributor activity.

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Date ( Publication )
2023-10-09
Identifier
dk.geus / openstreetmap_dk
Presentation form
Digital map
Purpose

The purpose of the background map is to provide a simplified yet geographically informative OpenStreetMap-based background map with primary focus on Denmark. The map also provides a general geographic overview of Northern and Central Europe to support contextual map visualisation.

The dataset is published as a web map and is used as the central background map in GEUS’ Danish WebGIS portals.
Status
Completed
Point of contact
  The Geological Survey of Denmark and Greenland (GEUS) - Christian Brogaard Pedersen ( )
Maintenance and update frequency
As needed
Point of contact
  The Geological Survey of Denmark and Greenland (GEUS) - GIS-support
Keywords ( Theme )
  • Dataset
  • OpenStreetMap
  • Denmark
  • Basemap
  • Topography
Forskningsemner Forskningsemner ( Theme )
Geografisk Geografisk ( Place )
Access constraints
Other restrictions
Use constraints
Other restrictions
Other constraints
Open Database License (ODbL) 1.0
Other constraints
The dataset is based on OpenStreetMap data licensed under the Open Database License (ODbL) 1.0. Users must provide appropriate attribution to © OpenStreetMap contributors. Any redistribution or derivative use must comply with the terms of the ODbL license, including share-alike requirements. The dataset represents a processed visualisation and does not constitute the original OpenStreetMap data. GEUS assumes no responsibility for data quality or completeness.
Spatial representation type
Vector
Denominator
1000
Metadata language
Da
Character set
UTF8
Topic category
  • Imagery base maps earth cover
  • Inland waters
  • Location
  • Society
  • Structure
  • Transportation
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Supplemental Information
None specified
Reference system identifier
ETRS 89 / UTM 32N (EPSG:25832)
Distribution format
  • WMTS ( )

  • REST ( )

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
Denmark_OpenStreetMap_DK ( OGC:WMTS-1.0.0-http-get-capabilities )

ArcGIS WMTS Service

OnLine resource
OpenStreetMap_DK ( ESRI:REST )

ArcGIS REST Service

Hierarchy level
Dataset
Statement
The dataset is based on OpenStreetMap (OSM) data. The data have been geographically clipped to Northern and Central Europe. Subsequently, the dataset has been generalised and filtered to include selected relevant geographic feature types. The cartographic representation has been adapted using a muted colour scheme for use as a background map.
File identifier
f252e709-aee8-45a0-9338-e0fedf6d3d83 XML
Metadata language
Danskda
Character set
UTF8
Hierarchy level
Dataset
Date stamp
2026-03-20T10:11:09.567865Z
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 ( )
 
 

Overviews

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Spatial extent

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Keywords

Basemap Dataset Denmark OpenStreetMap Topography
Forskningsemner
Geoscience and history policy

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