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 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
  • Season’s greetings from the EnMAP Team
     published on December 18, 2025
    We wish you a Happy New Year 2026 and look forward to continuing our support and collaboration with you.
  • Foreground Mission User Survey
     published on December 16, 2025

    For the further planning of the 2026 EnMAP Foreground Mission (FGM), focused in high-demand regions across Europe and Germany, we invite you to complete the EnMAP FGM 2026 User Survey. Your input will directly shape the mission’s 2026 acquisition strategy in areas of high demand.

    Please complete the survey by 30 January 2026 to ensure your site(s) or project(s) over Europe are considered in the FGM 2026 planning. Survey Link

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