Finding the perfect map in Anno 1404: Venice (also known as Dawn of Discovery: Venice) is the first step toward building a massive metropolis. The right map seed determines the size of your islands, the availability of mineral deposits, and whether you'll have the space to build a world-class Cathedral or Sultan's Mosque.

Have you found a better seed? Share the number in the comments below, and include "VENICE_2025" so the community can test it.

Conclusion: Your Next Great Empire Awaits

The difference between a frustrating slog and a glorious 10,000-population metropolis is often just six digits. Whether you choose the industrial powerhouse of 489202 or the defensive fortress of 742010, these new map seeds for Anno 1404 Venice will rejuvenate your game.

| Rank | Seed | Starting Island Type | Key Resources (Start) | Unique Advantage | |----------|----------|--------------------------|--------------------------|----------------------| | 1 | 8726 | Large Southern Temperate | Iron + Herbs + Spices | Two adjacent large islands with complementary fertilities. | | 2 | 4159 | Medium Northern Coastal | Quartz + Hemp + Wheat | Directly adjacent to Hassan Ben Sahid (20-second sail). | | 3 | 9302 | Extra-Large Oriental | Dates + Indigo + Iron | Only seed where the start island supports full Oriental metropolis without colonies. | | 4 | 2047 | Central Atoll | Iron + Stone + Spices | Natural harbor chokepoint for defense against pirates. | | 5 | 7781 | Dual-Island Start | Fish + Cider (West) / Spices + Quartz (East) | Two buildable islands within trade route range from minute 0. |

The "Volcano" Variable: When entering a seed, remember that toggling the Volcano setting "On" or "Off" can completely change which islands spawn. For a stable city, many players prefer turning volcanoes off to avoid random destruction.