Create your own maps

Create and share individual maps for your locations, tracks and events. Layer your data onto various base maps. Share your maps in real-time.

Mapforge.org is free to use and also available as open-source for self-hosting, giving you full control over your data.

Map tools

Use these features to create your customized 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: Decide to keep maps private, share map with view-only or edit permissions

Cross platform

Use Mapforge with different clients + apps

  • Responsive Design: Works well both desktop and mobile
  • Map your track: Use µlogger to visualize and share your tracks live

Open Source

Standing on the shoulders of giants