Mercator's World Map of 1569 in Duisburg: Lecture and Tour in the Museum
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Mercator's World Map of 1569: A Duisburg Perspective on the Birth of Modern Navigation
This event dives deep into the workshop of Gerhard Mercator: In a short lecture, Werner Pöhling explains how the world map of 1569 became a milestone in navigation, followed by a guided tour through the Mercator treasury that opens the historical horizon. The event takes place on 28.11.2026 from 14:00 to 15:30 at the Duisburg Cultural and City History Museum; participation is free, and donations for the Mercator Society are welcome. ([duisburglive.de](https://www.duisburglive.de/event/2026/11/28/mercators-weltkarte-von-1569/?cHash=a0c5fc5de5bfe199250f0259e97abca8))
When Cartography Becomes Narration
Anyone interested in literature, history of science, and cultural memory experiences a cleverly composed format that combines a lecture, museum tour, and an intellectual journey through time. The world map appears not only as an object of science, but as a narrative document of the Early Modern Period: an image of longing, knowledge, and the urge to make the world readable. ([duisburglive.de](https://www.duisburglive.de/event/2026/11/28/mercators-weltkarte-von-1569/?cHash=a0c5fc5de5bfe199250f0259e97abca8))
The Location: Museum, Inner Harbor, and Historical Density
The Cultural and City History Museum is located at Johannes-Corputius-Platz 1 in Duisburg, between Burgplatz and the Inner Harbor, and is considered a place with a strong Mercator presence. The museum showcases city history, cultural historical evidence, and the Mercator collection; public transport connections and parking options in the vicinity are documented. ([duisburg.de](https://www.duisburg.de/microsites/visit_duisburg/discover_the_city/museums/kultur-und-stadthistorisches-museum))
Why This Event Captivates Visitors
The event combines scientific clarity with a reading atmosphere of thought: language, map, and museum become a single literary experience. Particularly because Mercator's world map not only oriented sailors but also shaped the imagination of Europe, the event unfolds cultural depth and high educational value. ([duisburglive.de](https://www.duisburglive.de/event/2026/11/28/mercators-weltkarte-von-1569/?cHash=a0c5fc5de5bfe199250f0259e97abca8))
Conclusion
For those who appreciate Duisburg's cultural history, cartography, and historical storytelling, this event offers substance and radiance. The combination of lecture, tour, and free participation makes the visit especially attractive. Experience it live and sharpen your perspective on Mercator. ([duisburglive.de](https://www.duisburglive.de/event/2026/11/28/mercators-weltkarte-von-1569/?cHash=a0c5fc5de5bfe199250f0259e97abca8))
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