Leaflets gatefold
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Folded leaflets with gatefold printing at WENZEL
Leaflets with gatefold print at WENZEL - quality, flexibility and expert advice from Munich
Leaflets with gatefold are a particularly popular print product for presenting information in a clearly structured, concise and appealing way. At WENZEL in Munich, you not only receive high-quality leaflets with a gatefold, but also benefit from many years of experience, individual service and innovative printing technologies that turn your advertising material into an eye-catcher.
What distinguishes leaflets with a gatefold?
A leaflet with a gatefold consists of a sheet that is folded once in the middle to create four foldable pages. This simple but extremely effective fold makes the leaflet an ideal solution for invitations, product information, event programs or clear offer flyers. The format remains handy and compact, is easy to distribute or send by post and still offers enough space for your message and a convincing design.
The advantages of the single seam at a glance
- Clearly structured content: The center fold creates four clear pages on which you can structure your information logically and present it impressively.
- Wide range of design options: Whether portrait or landscape format, different DIN sizes (e.g. DIN long, DIN A5 or A4) or eye-catching special formats - leaflets with a gatefold can be flexibly adapted to your communication objective.
- Individual finishes: Finishes such as UV varnish, foil embossing, partial varnishing or exclusive papers are available on request to give your leaflet a particularly high-quality look and feel.
- Cost-efficient and flexible: Production is cost-effective even in small print runs, but can also be easily scaled for large quantities - ideal for regional or target group-specific advertising campaigns.
- Sustainable quality: WENZEL relies on environmentally friendly paper, recyclable materials and resource-saving production so that you can advertise responsibly.
- Short delivery times: Thanks to modern printing and processing technology, express production is also possible so that your leaflets are ready when you need them.
WENZEL - Your specialist for gatefold folders
WENZEL not only offers a wide variety of formats, papers and finishes for printing folded leaflets, but also provides you with personal support and technical expertise from conception to delivery. On request, you will receive professional support with the design, the selection of the optimum material and the technical implementation of your design. You also benefit from transparent prices, reliable quality and a strong regional partner based in Munich.
For which applications are gatefold folders suitable?
- Events and functions: Communicate invitations, program, site plan or schedule quickly and compactly on four pages.
- Product flyers and offer sheets: Clear presentation of core benefits, product features and contact options.
- Company presentations or image folders: Attractive initial contact and high-quality presentation of your brand in a small space.
If you want to print leaflets with a gatefold, WENZEL is the best address in Munich for quality, service and flexibility. Take advantage of the many possibilities to convey your advertising message professionally and sustainably - and rely on a regionally rooted partner with comprehensive advice and modern printing expertise. With a leaflet from WENZEL, you'll get everything right at first glance!
- Two sides are folded to the center, resulting in 6 clearly structured pages.
- Opens like a window or altar.
- Example: Image flyers for real estate or luxury brands
- Compactly closed, effective area unfolded.
- For invitations, image flyers and high-quality offers.
- Two fractions: The sheet is folded once horizontally and once vertically: 8 compact pages.
- Perfect for large plans, posters, city or location maps, information sheets and product overviews.
- Example: Exhibition flyer or comprehensive information card
- Compact end format: small and easy to distribute.
- Multi-folded sheet: pages are wrapped. 6 to 12 pages.
- Ideal for structured, continuous content.
- Example: Product presentation for new cosmetics line
- Compact format, large unfolded.
- Price lists, imagebrochures and events.
- Two folds: Sheet is folded once horizontally & vertically: 6 to 10 pages.
- Ideal for plans, posters, image or infographics.
- Example: City map or event overview
- Kompakt & handlich: große Fläche: Flyer geschlossen ist einfach zu verteilen oder zu versenden.
FAQs on gatefolded leaflets: trends, foil embossing, formats
What is a leaflet with a gatefold?
A folded leaflet is a sheet of paper that is folded once in the middle. This creates four designable pages, which are ideal for a clear and structured presentation of information. This classic type of fold is used in particular for invitations, product information, programs or advertising flyers.
What are the current trends in gatefold folders?
In 2025, modern, eye-catching formats such as square leaflets will be very popular. Sustainable materials such as recycled paper or innovative grass paper solutions are becoming increasingly important. Finishing - such as UV varnish, partial varnishes or metallic foils - and creative designs with large images and bold typography are also shaping the current image of folded leaflets.
What materials are available for gatefold folders?
There is a wide range of materials to choose from, including matt or glossy picture printing paper (from around 90g/m² to 400g/m²), high-quality offset paper, chromo board for a special feel and environmentally friendly variants such as FSC®-certified or recycled paper. New materials such as grass paper or silphie paper are ideal for environmentally conscious companies
Which formats are available?
Typical formats are DIN long, DIN A4, A5 or square - depending on the application and design. Whether portrait or landscape format, compact or large: the selection ranges from small pocket flyers to eye-catching special formats for special projects.
Which finishes are possible?
Popular finishing techniques include UV varnish (matt or glossy), spot varnishing, hot foil (gold, silver), embossing or soft-touch surfaces. These effects increase the value and make each leaflet an individual eye-catcher - even small print runs can be finished to a high standard by many providers.
For what purposes are gatefold folders particularly suitable?
They can be used universally: for events, invitations, service overviews, product presentations, programs, image advertising, restaurant menus and much more. They offer plenty of space for text, images and graphics on four pages and are compact, practical and easy to distribute.
What are the biggest advantages of folded leaflets with a gatefold?
Clear, structured presentation of your content.
Inexpensive production, even in small runs.
Customizable - from classic to exclusive.
Wide range of materials and formats, including sustainable options.
Fast delivery times, often available with express option.
What design tips are there for a modern leaflet with a gatefold?
Rely on large photos, concise headlines and a clear structure. Use individual papers and finishes to set accents. Always ensure that the fold lines are adhered to - this improves the impact and feel of your advertising material in the long term.
Folded leaflets with gatefold: variants and possible uses
Leaflets with a gatefold are one of the classic print media in the field of information and advertising communication. They are characterized by the fact that a single sheet of paper is folded once in the middle to create a total of four foldable pages. This format is one of the simplest and most versatile fold types and is used in both business and private environments for a variety of applications - from invitations and program flyers to product overviews and image brochures.
Features of folded sheets with gatefold
A flyer with a single fold is created by folding printed paper in the middle and dividing it into four segments. This structure differs significantly from multiple folded flyer variants as it offers a clear, uncomplicated structure. The four pages (front, inside and back) are used for the thematic organization of content. Formats such as DIN long, DIN A4 or DIN A5 are frequently used - both in portrait and landscape format.
The typical features of a gatefold leaflet include
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Compact, handy shapeFits perfectly in bags, envelopes, presentation folders or for direct distribution at events.
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Clear page layout: Logical, reader-friendly presentation of the message on four clearly structured pages.
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Wide range of design optionsThe outer pages offer space for eye-catchers such as the title, company logo or central information; the inner pages are suitable for details, imagery or flowcharts.
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Economical productionEven very short runs can be realized at low cost, but large quantities can also be produced efficiently.
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Material flexibilityFrom picture printing paper (matt or glossy), natural and recycled papers to exclusive cardboard, there are numerous qualities to choose from. Finishes such as UV varnish, embossing or exclusive special colors are possible.
What are the areas of application and target groups for the burglar seam?
Thanks to their clarity and structure, folded leaflets with a gatefold are used in numerous areas:
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Companies and organizations use them for image flyers, offer and product presentations.
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Event and event organizer use them specifically as invitations, program booklets or schedules.
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Gastronomy, retail and trade use gatefold leaflets as menus, price lists or promotional flyers.
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Municipalities, associations and educational institutions benefit from the simple clarity of information flyers and scheduling overviews.
Even in times of Digitization the haptic experience of a high-quality flyer remains an important point of contact with the target group and optimally complements digital channels.
Current trends and developments in gatefolds
Several design and production trends will emerge in 2025:
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Sustainability is playing an increasingly important role: environmentally friendly paper, climate-neutral printing and recycled materials are in high demand.
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Customized formats and materials are becoming increasingly important in order to stand out from the crowd - these include square variants, unusual paper thicknesses or creative finishes such as soft-touch or metallic foils.
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Linking print and onlineQR codes, personalized URLs and digital extensions create added value and enable performance measurement.
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Bold layouts and typographyLarge fonts, flanked by reduced, clear designs with a few concise color worlds, draw attention to the essentials.
Advantages of the single seam at a glance
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Cost-efficientProduction of even small print runs at attractive prices, ideal for targeted campaigns or event invitations.
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Fast delivery times thanks to standardized production processes at most print shops.
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High flexibility in terms of design, material and print run - from individual one-off production to bulk orders.
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Individual finishing options ensure a high-quality overall impression and increase the perception of the brand message.
Leaflets with a gatefold are timeless print products with a big impact. They impress with their clear structure, compact form and excellent design options. In the marketing mix, they offer an ideal channel for presenting information in a clear, appealing and high-quality way. The combination of tradition and modern, sustainable production makes gatefold leaflets an indispensable medium for companies, agencies and institutions, even in times of digital communication.
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