Vetus Maps

Explore the landscapes of yesteryear with Vetus Maps, an innovative application designed to harmonize the rich details of historical cartography with the precision of modern mapping technology. As you traverse the terrains that whisper tales of the past, this app emerges as an invaluable companion for history enthusiasts and scholars alike.

Transform your smartphone into a temporal portal, juxtaposing antique maps of counties and provinces upon their contemporary counterparts. Utilize the power of GPS navigation to chart a seamless course through the geographical shifts of time. Whether delving into local history or igniting a passion for antiquity, the platform equips users with the tools to uncover hidden vestiges of vanished villages and forgotten landscapes.

Key features that enrich the experience include overlaying ancient maps onto modern views such as satellite, hybrid, and terrain displays. Customization options allow users to adjust transparency levels and alignments for optimal visual clarity. The convenience of downloading maps for easy access offline (for satellite maps, an internet connection is required) is offered, alongside the capacity for personalization by setting markers with a long press on the map or recording GPS tracks to document explorations.

Significant archaeological discoveries await as ancient maps chart numerous objects and place names, some of which no longer feature on contemporary topographic maps. With this digital compass, confidently navigate the countryside, anchoring adventure with the wisdom of bygone cartographers like Schubert and Mende, and traversing the echoes of history with the guidance of the Red Army and GMP mappings.

Delve into the annals of history with the game as your digital compass to the past, ensuring that the chronicles of our landscape are forever in hand.