Maps & Regions - in Farming Simulator 25
Farming Simulator 25 offers several detailed maps that differ in climate, topography, economy and crop types. Each map offers unique challenges - from classic US farms to mountainous Alpine regions.
This article provides an overview of all available maps and their special features, including the new Kinlaig map.
Contents
- Elmcreek 25 (USA)
- Oberreith 25 (Germany)
- Rivermouth Valley
- Alpine Ridge (Alpine region)
- Kinlaig (Scotland)
- comparison of the maps
- tips for map selection
1 Elmcreek 25 - USA (Midwest)
Elmcreek is one of the most classic LS maps - ideal for large fields and strong machines.
Special features
- Very large fields
- Open landscape
- Focus on grain, corn and soybeans
- Perfect for large machines and automatic helpers
Climate
Moderate conditions for standard crops.
Economy
Good prices for corn, soybeans and basic products.
Play style
Beginner & big machine fans
2nd Oberreith 25 - Germany (Bavaria)
A European, realistic map with smaller fields and a narrow road network.
Special features
- Smaller fields
- Many differences in altitude
- Ideal for potatoes, rapeseed and classic cereals
- Narrower farm buildings & roads
Climate
Central European, stable growing seasons.
Economy
Very good prices for bread, milk and regional products.
Style of play
Realism & classic agriculture
3rd Rivermouth Valley - River Map (New)
A versatile map with a strong focus on water management.
Special features
- Mixed field sizes
- Suitability for fruit & specialty crops
- River system ideal for timber transportation
Climate
Variable, high rainfall possible.
Economy
Very good prices for fruit, vegetables and forest products.
Play style
Mixed farms & landscape fans
4th Alpine Ridge - Alpine region
A steep, special map with a focus on animal husbandry.
Special features
- Very hilly landscape
- Small fields
- Strong focus on grass, silage and milk production
- Realistic alpine farms
Climate
Cool highland climate, short growing seasons.
Economy
High-priced milk and cheese production.
Play style
Challenge, animal husbandry, realism
5th Kinlaig - Scotland (New in FS25)
Kinlaig is an atmospheric map in the Scottish Highlands - perfect for players who love landscape, hills and mixed farming.
Features
- Medium to large fields, often uneven
- Many stone walls, hedges and natural boundaries
- Perfect for barley, grassland, sheep and cattle farming
- Several historic farmsteads
- Combination of flat valleys & rugged hills
Climate
- Humid, windy, frequent rain
- Long growing seasons for grass
- Perfect for silage and pasture farming
Economy
- Top prices for wool & sheep products
- Good opportunities for whisky production chains (grain + water)
- Solid forestry
Style of play
Ideal for:
- Players who like British landscapes
- Animal husbandry (especially sheep)
- Realistic mixed farming operations
- Players who like hilly challenges
6 Comparison of the FS25 maps
Comparison table of the FS25 maps
| map | field size | climate | main crops / focus | difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elmcreek (USA) | Large | Moderate | Corn, Grain, Soy | Easy |
| Oberreith (DE) | Small-Medium | Central Europe | Wheat, Barley, Rapeseed, Potatoes | Medium |
| Rivermouth Valley | Mixed | Variable | Fruit, vegetables, mixed farming | Medium |
| Alpine Ridge | Very small | Mountain climate | Grass, hay, silage, milk | Heavy |
| Kinlaig (Scotland) | Medium-Large | Humid-Cool | Barley, Grass, Sheep, Cattle | Medium-Heavy |
7. tips for map selection
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Beginner: Elmcreek
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Realistic farms: Oberreith or Kinlaig
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Animal husbandry: Alpine Ridge or Kinlaig
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Big machines: Elmcreek
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Scenery & Diversity: Rivermouth Valley
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Sheep & British Style: Kinlaig
Conclusion
With the new Kinlaig map, FS25 adds an atmospheric, challenging and economically diverse region to the game world. Each map offers its own focal points - from large US fields to Scottish hill country.
