What does the map include?
The map includes regions, cities, hamlets, rivers, mountains, forests, seas, and notable places with zoom-based visibility and optional illustrations.
About the Middle-Earth Interactive Map
This project provides a fan-made interactive map of Middle-earth at the end of the Third Age with zoom controls, point-of-interest labels, and source filtering.
What the map includes
- Map labels for regions, forests, mountain ranges, rivers, and seas.
- Points of interest grouped by size and type (hamlets, towns, cities, notable places).
- Source-aware filtering so users can show canon references only.
- Sharable views through URL state (zoom level, center, and rotation).
Sources and methodology
Places are collected from several references including original Tolkien cartography, Christopher Tolkien maps, The Atlas of Middle-earth by Karen Wynn Fonstad, and MERP map material.
The drawing, terrain composition, and interaction design are handcrafted to keep the map legible at multiple zoom levels.
Frequently asked questions
Where do points of interest come from?
Points of interest are curated from Tolkien map references, The Atlas of Middle-earth by Karen Wynn Fonstad, and MERP map material.
Can I share a specific map position?
Yes. Zoom level, map center, and rotation are persisted in URL parameters so specific views can be shared directly.
Is this an official Middle-earth project?
No. This is an unofficial fan-made project and is not affiliated with the Tolkien Estate, Middle-earth Enterprises, or film studios.