Welcome to EnMAP

The German Spaceborne Imaging Spectrometer Mission

The Environmental Mapping and Analysis Program (EnMAP) is a German hyperspectral satellite mission that monitors and characterizes Earth’s environment on a global scale. EnMAP measures geochemical, biochemical and biophysical variables providing information on the status and evolution of terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems. More information about the main objectives and the status can be found on the mission page.

The planned schedule of upcoming priority acquisitions is available in the Foreground Mission

News

  • Image of the month March 2026 -- Schleswig, Schlei-River, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany
     published on March 09, 2026

    The image shows the Schleswig region in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany, centered around the Schlei fjord—a Baltic Sea inlet that winds through a landscape of hills, forests, and wetlands. It includes the UNESCO World Heritage site of Haithabu, a reconstructed Viking settlement and former major trading center, as well as the historic town of Schleswig and surrounding Natura 2000 protected landscapes. The northern part of the image is dominated by the Flensburger Förde, a bay on the southern border between Schleswig-Holstein and Denmark, extending approximately 40 kilometers inland from the Baltic Sea.

    Location: 9d36' 6.53''E, 54d33'24.61''N
    2026/03/05, Band Combination: Color Infrared 209-142-14 = 2330nm- 1519nm - 482nm -- DT0000183557
  • Foreground Mission User Workshop
     published on February 23, 2026

    The workshop is an informational event where the acquisition strategy of the Foreground Mission (FGM) for 2026 and a summary of the FGM 2025 will be presented. The workshop is specifically aimed at active EnMAP users working within the area of the FGM in Germany and Europe.

    • Date and Time: 27. February 2026, 10:00 - 12:00 am.
    • Event Language: English
    • Link: Registration
  • Image of the month February 2026 -- Mizen Head, Cork, Ireland
     published on February 13, 2026

    The Image of the Month for February shows the southwestern tip of the Mizen Peninsula in County Cork, located at the southwestern edge of Ireland. This image covers a landscape characterized by steep Atlantic cliffs, rugged coastlines, and a hilly hinterland shaped by moorland and rough pasture. Strongly influenced by the Atlantic Ocean, the region combines dynamic natural processes with a rich cultural and historical heritage.

    Location: 9d37'52.08''W, 51d32' 5.50''N
    2026/02/01, Band Combination: Natural color 45-28-9 = 647nm - 550nm - 459nm -- DT0000178249
  • Event „Mehr als alle Farben – EnMAP: Erfolg und Vision“
     published on February 06, 2026

    Registration for the event “Mehr als alle Farben – EnMAP: Erfolg und Vision” is now open (in german).

    On behalf of the German Space Agency at DLR, we cordially invite you to register for the event by February 17.

    Agenda - Register here

  • Image of the month January 2026 -- Zagros Mountains, Iran
     published on January 12, 2026

    Our first image of 2026 shows the Zagros Mountains in western Iran (Fars Province). The landscape features steep slopes, deep valleys, and sparse steppe vegetation. It is a typical semi-arid mountain region with diverse geology, seasonal water sources, and plants adapted to harsh conditions. The Fin area, in particular, has a long agricultural tradition and supports the lives of nomads adapted to the challenging mountain environment.

    Location: 55d54'38.30''E, 27d53' 9.57''N
    2026/01/01, Band Combination: Color Infrared 91-45-9 = 951nm- 647nm - 459nm-- DT0000171856
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