The Institute of Cartopology explores how maps contribute to today’s challenges.
Research
Many 21st-century challenges, like climate change and housing shortages, have spatial dimensions. Cartopology merges cartographic techniques with anthropological methods to better represent the complexity of these issues. By enriching maps, it offers a versatile approach to understanding and addressing our world’s challenges
Education
The Institute of Cartopology offers dynamic educational programs for all, from young adventurers to seasoned experts. With hands-on workshops and lectures, we explore mapping in unique locations—like the historic village of Vaals and nature reserves—turning surroundings into living classrooms for cartographers aged 8 to 88.
Visit us
Whether it’s our map library, quality coffee or tea, a route, or a DIY expedition, there are plenty of reasons to stop by. You’ll find us halfway Mt. Vaals: Gemmenicherweg 36, Vaals (NL)
Consider our surroundings, do NOT come by car but by bus 350 (Aachen ↔ Maastricht), by bike or by foot.
Berghut Halverwege
“Kom verder!” Everything you need, halfway Mt. Vaals
A refuge in the true meaning of the word. It might not be that harsh, cold and snowy at this altitude but still: whether you’re walking, hiking or riding your bike up the Vaalserberg, Berghut Halverwege offers the perfect break and refreshment. We offer drinks and meals depending on the season and availability. It is also the location for lectures, talks and other small events celebrating the (im)possibilities of map-making, maps in general and the relationship of maps with our surroundings.
Agenda
Di 5 nov. '24
19:00-20:00
Avond over bergarchitectuur (II)
Toelichting op de bouw van het Institute of Cartopology door architecten Marlies Vermeulen & Remy Kroese, gevolgd door de film Bergwiesen, von Heuen und Schwenden.
i.s.m. DMFF
Za 9 nov. '24
12:30-16:00
Expeditie naar de top van de Vaalserberg met Stichting Onbegrensd Avontuur
i.s.m. DMFF
Za 9 nov. '24
13:00-14:00
Lezing door ontwerper & kunstenaar Hsiang-Lin Kuo
Voorafgegaan door de korte films In Between & Ashmina
i.s.m. DMFF
Zo 10 nov. '24
13:00-16:00
Berghut to Basecamp Trailrun
Doe mee aan onze trailrun door het heuvelland! Start bij Berghut Halverwege, finish in Heerlen, met eten, drinken en een filmavond.
i.s.m. DMFF
5-10 nov. '24
Dagelijks 10:00-17:00u Kaartententoonstelling
In de berghut is een tentoonstelling van bijzondere kaarten van plekken uit de DMFF-films te zien.
5-10 nov. '24
Dagelijks 10:00-17:00
Filmselectie DMFF 2024
We tonen doorlopend een selectie films uit het DMFF-programma te zien, perfect om na te genieten van jouw eigen expeditie, met een kop koffie of warme chocomel en bergwaardige hapjes.