Hamar Map Print, 1902 | Historic Norwegian City Map

Explore the streets and waterfront of a Norwegian town at the turn of the twentieth century with this Hamar map print from 1902. Fine black linework, yellow and red buildings, and the pale blue shore of Mjøsa give the historical city plan a warm, quietly detailed appearance. It is a personal choice for anyone with family ties to Hamar, or an interest in Norwegian local history.

At a glance: A modern reproduction of Kart over Hamar, published in 1902 by Den private Opmaaling. Available in five sizes, from 21 × 29.7 cm to 70 × 100 cm.

Hamar map print: a city plan from 1902

The original map was drawn for Amund Helland’s Norges Land og Folk, volume IV: Hedemarkens Amt. The National Library of Norway records Den private Opmaaling as both cartographer and publisher, with publication in Kristiania in 1902. Helland’s name belongs to the work for which the map was prepared; the mapmaking credit belongs to Den private Opmaaling.

Look closely at the Hamar map print and you can follow the street grid, railway lines and waterfront. Individual buildings are picked out in colour, while Norwegian labels and the original title preserve the character of the source. The historical map carries a scale of 1:10,000; that scale changes when the image is reproduced at different print sizes.

A connection to Norwegian roots

For someone whose family came from Hamar or the surrounding Hedmark area, this print offers a place to begin a conversation about home. Hang it near family photographs, beside a bookcase or in a study where the small details invite a closer look. Its cream tones also work well with natural wood and a simple frame.

Size guide

The Hamar map print is shown horizontally. The size options list the shorter side first. Inch dimensions are rounded size labels rather than exact conversions. Choose a larger format if you want to spend time exploring the smaller street names.

Product and historical source details

Source: “Kart over Hamar”, National Library of Norway.

Frequently asked questions

Is this an original map from 1902?

No. This Hamar map print is a modern reproduction of the historical map published in 1902.

Who made the original map?

Den private Opmaaling is credited as both cartographer and publisher. The map was prepared for Amund Helland’s volume on Hedemarkens Amt.

What does the map show?

It shows Hamar’s streets, buildings, railway lines and shoreline in 1902, with Norwegian labels and a colour-coded city plan.

Which size should I choose?

The smallest format suits a compact wall arrangement. Larger sizes give the map’s fine lettering more room. Check your available wall space and the dimensions of your intended frame before ordering.

Explore more historical Norwegian maps

Pair your Hamar map print with the Norway school map from 1885, or explore the northern coastline with our Lofoten and Bodø map from 1838.