They know the collection from the printed catalogue and have begun their study via correspondence in order to prepare for their visit. Meeting the user's needs. The collection is completely accessible. Maps in bad condition have been restored. Vulnerable maps have been backed with Japanese paper or unbleached and untreated cotton.
Consultation is facilitated by flat storage.
The reader can largely find maps for historical and geographical research, as far as Flanders is concerned. We can also respond to questions on actual Belgian geography, when maps which have been published by the National Geographic Institute are involved. However, a number of readers come to see if we can handle other themes or regions. This is usually the first step before continuing such research in larger collections in Brussels or abroad. The reference library.