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Kartenwelt

Kartenwelt is a German term meaning map world and functions as a broad label for the domain of cartography, geographic information, and map visualization. It is used both as a generic concept and as a proper noun in various contexts, including software products, educational resources, and fictional settings.

In cartography and GIS contexts, Kartenwelt refers to the collection of maps, datasets, and tools that enable

In media and fiction, Kartenwelt can denote a world whose geography is central to the narrative, often

The term is not tied to a single authoritative entity. It appears in German-language publications and products

Related topics include Karte, Kartografie, Geoinformatik, GIS, Atlas, and Cartography.

the
creation,
analysis,
and
presentation
of
geographic
information.
This
includes
base
maps,
thematic
layers
(topography,
land
use,
hydrology),
coordinate
reference
systems,
map
projections,
and
interactive
visualization
interfaces
such
as
web
maps
and
atlases.
featuring
detailed
maps
that
guide
exploration,
quest
design,
or
world-building.
In
such
uses,
the
term
emphasizes
navigability
and
spatial
understanding
as
core
elements
of
the
work.
as
a
descriptive
label
or
brand
name
and
may
vary
in
scope
from
a
local
atlas
to
a
comprehensive
geospatial
platform.