Create your own maps

A free, open-source map editor built on OpenStreetMap. Create individual maps for your trips, events and topics - customize, collaborate and share in real-time.

Browse the gallery, learn how to use it on the tutorial map or log in to create your own maps.

Mapforge is ad-free and respects your privacy. Also available for self-hosting, giving you full control over your data. Also available as app .

Happy mapping!

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Map tools

Customize your map

  • Choose your base map: Streets, Satellite, Topographic, Biking , 3D houses etc.
  • Add your own data: Import your data from GeoJSON, GPX and KML
  • Draw shapes and style them: Add pictures, customize colors, symbols, labels , (3D) polygons and more
  • Dynamic layers: Use Overpass to add custom layers from OpenStreetMap data
  • 3D Terrain: View your map with realistic elevation

Collaboration

Work with others and stream map changes to all connected clients

  • Live updates: Map changes are synchronized via websockets
  • Login: Have your maps assigned to your account
  • Access control: Keep maps private or share with view-only or edit permissions

Cross platform

Use Mapforge with different clients + apps

  • Responsive Design: Works well both on desktop and mobile
  • Run from your home screen as app on your phone
  • Map your track: Use µlogger to visualize and share your tracks live

Open Source

Standing on the shoulders of giants