{"product_id":"knysna-large-map-contemporary-copy","title":"Knysna Large Map | Classic","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003eThis new 2026 edition of the map of \u003cb\u003eKnysna\u003c\/b\u003e covers an area of 187 km\u003csup\u003e2\u003c\/sup\u003e including the \u003cb\u003eKnysna Estuary\u003c\/b\u003e with its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003edistinctive channel to the ocean through the Knysna Heads\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003e and 17km of coastline from Buffels Bay to Noetzie.  All the important man-made features are shown including\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003e the two residential islands, Thesen Island and Leisure Isle; all the suburbs and residential estates; the sports facilities; the satellite towns of Brenton-on-Sea, Lake Brenton, Belvidere and Buffelsbaai. The map provides detail of the urban infrastructure including buildings, water \u0026amp; sewer treatment, HV power lines \u0026amp; sub-stations. All road infrastructure is shown, as well as the old railway line to George.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003eThe map is an original creation by our design studio at Africa Map Art. Data for this map has been compiled from various up-to-date sources including from the OpenStreetMap contributors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003e Our default paper choice is high quality 230gsm heavyweight coated paper with a matte finish which produces excellent colour and resolution perfect for framing.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e260gsm photo paper with a satin finish is an alternative option.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003eThis map is currently available in a 60 x 40cm size at a scale of 1:30,000; a 90 x 60cm size at 1:20,000 and a larger map of 120 x 80cm at 1:15,000.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003ePlease note that this is not a folding map. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003eWe welcome personalisation and customisation requests, such as highlighting of specific buildings or features, adjusting the colour scheme, or the addition of your text and images.  Please contact us for a quote.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eThis town of 96,000 residents is primarily built on the northern shore of the Knysna Estuary.  Fed by the \u003cb\u003eKnysna\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eRiver\u003c\/b\u003e, this important estuary opens to the ocean after passing between two large sandstone headlands. These are popularly known as ‘The Heads’ and have become infamous due to the loss of boats and fishermen passing through their unpredictable waters. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003eThe town was officially established in the early 19th century and was formally declared a port in 1817, with wood from the surrounding forests being shipped to Cape Town and other South African ports. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003eDue to the shallowness of the waters and the treacherous channel through The Heads, it was de-proclaimed as a port in 1954. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003eToday, \u003cb\u003eKnysna\u003c\/b\u003e is a major Garden Route lifestyle destination, celebrated for its scenic beauty, the annual Oyster Festival, and its role as a hub for eco-tourism and outdoor activities. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Africa Map Art","offers":[{"title":"Matte 230gsm coated paper \/ 60 x 40cm","offer_id":48339343999198,"sku":null,"price":490.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Matte 230gsm coated paper \/ 90 x 60cm","offer_id":48339344031966,"sku":null,"price":890.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Matte 230gsm coated paper \/ 120 x 80cm","offer_id":48339344064734,"sku":null,"price":1590.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Satin 260gsm photo paper \/ 60 x 40cm","offer_id":48339344097502,"sku":null,"price":490.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Satin 260gsm photo paper \/ 90 x 60cm","offer_id":48339344130270,"sku":null,"price":890.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Satin 260gsm photo paper \/ 120 x 80cm","offer_id":48339344163038,"sku":null,"price":1590.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0738\/9403\/5678\/files\/20260616Squarebackgrounds-Knysna_Classic.png?v=1781601916","url":"https:\/\/www.africamapart.co.za\/products\/knysna-large-map-contemporary-copy","provider":"Africa Map Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}