Duisburg Unveils Restored 16th-Century Corputius Plan in Free Lecture

A free public lecture on the historic Corputius Plan will take place in Duisburg this Thursday. The event, held at the city archives, will feature new research and a restored version of the famous 16th-century map in its original vibrant colours. No registration is needed, but space is limited to 60 attendees.

The lecture begins at 6:15 p.m. on January 22 at the DenkStätte of the Duisburg City Archives. The venue, located at Karmelplatz 5 in the Inner Harbor, will host three speakers.

Frank Napierola will present the newly restored Corputius Plan, showcasing its original vibrant colours. Dr. Kai Thomas Platz will then explain why the map deliberately lacks geometric precision.

Karina Schnakenberg will share fresh findings from her doctoral work on late medieval Duisburg. Her research offers new perspectives on the city's development during that period.

Attendees can enter without booking, though seating is capped at 60 people. The event provides an opportunity to see the restored map and hear about recent historical discoveries. The lecture will cover both the map's artistic choices and its significance for understanding Duisburg's past.