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Top 9 European Wall Maps - Trip Planning Maps to Tack on your Wall

By James Martin, About.com

In my office there's a big wall map showing western Europe. It's big enough to plan a trip to major European centers. I always have a map nearby. A wall map will allow you to daydream your European vacation without unfolding anything. I like my maps laminated, so when my friends with greasy fingers point to a place I can clean up the mess easily.

1. National Geographic Europe Wall Map

You can order this map in two sizes, laminated or not. I'd go with the laminated, it looks nicer on the wall without wrinkles and cleans up easier. From National Geographic, always good with maps.
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2. Europe Physical Wall Map by Gabelli

Get the lay of the land with this physical wall map by Gabelli. If you want to see the topographic detail of Europe, this is the one. The physical data doesn't seem to interfere with the location of cities--plenty of towns are listed. A plastic map of 34" x 27" dimentions.
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3. National Geographic France, Belgium, Netherlands Wall Map

This 30' x 23" paper map may be just what you need to plan a trip to France and the Benelux countries. The regional boundaries stand out on this map, so if you're planning a trip to provence, you'll find it.
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4. National Geographic Germany Wall Map

The same size as above, except that you can get this map either in paper or laminated. Great wall map to plan your vacation in Germany.
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5. National Geographic Italy Wall Map

A 34" x 23" paper wall map that will have you thinking about linguini and a glass of vino right after you unwrap it.
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6. National Geographic Spain/Portugal Wall Map

A 33" x 22" map of the Iberian Peninsula, this paper wall map will let you plan your Spain and Portugal vacation with ease.
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7. National Geographic Ireland Atlas Wall Map

A 29" x 36" paper or laminated wall map of Ireland you can use to plan your Irish holiday, or at least tack it to the wall and have stout dreams of Guiness.
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8. National Geographic Scotland Atlas Wall Map

The 29" x 36" wall map of Scotland shows country boundaries, parks, cities and towns, lakes, rivers, and highways.
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9. National Geographic Scandinavia w/Iceland Wall Map

Available only in paper, this 31" x 24" map is perfect for Scandinavian vacation planning. Shows Iceland, but the distance to Iceland isn't to scale.
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