OpenStreetMap MCP Server for Claude CodeGive Claude Code instant access to 33 tools to Close Changeset, Close Note, Comment Note, and more
Claude Code is Anthropic's agentic CLI for terminal-first development. Add OpenStreetMap as an MCP server in one command and Claude Code will discover every tool at runtime. ideal for automation pipelines, CI/CD integration, and headless workflows via Vinkius.
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The OpenStreetMap MCP Server for Claude Code is a standout in the Data Management category — giving your AI agent 33 tools to work with, ready to go from day one.
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# Your Vinkius token. get it at cloud.vinkius.com
claude mcp add openstreetmap --transport http "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"Vinkius Desktop App
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About OpenStreetMap MCP Server
Connect your AI agent to the world's largest open geographic database. This server enables full interaction with the OpenStreetMap API (v0.6), allowing you to query, create, and update geospatial data through natural conversation.
Claude Code registers OpenStreetMap as an MCP server in a single terminal command. Once connected, Claude Code discovers all 33 tools at runtime and can call them headlessly. ideal for CI/CD pipelines, cron jobs, and automated workflows where OpenStreetMap data drives decisions without human intervention.
What you can do
- Map Data Retrieval — Fetch raw OSM data (nodes, ways, relations) within specific bounding boxes for analysis or visualization.
- Element Management — Create, read, update, or delete map elements including points of interest (nodes), roads (ways), and complex boundaries (relations).
- Changeset Workflows — Open, update, and close changesets to group your edits and provide meaningful metadata to the OSM community.
- Historical Analysis — Retrieve the full version history of any map element to track changes over time.
- Advanced Querying — Filter changesets by user, time range, or geographic area to monitor local mapping activity.
The OpenStreetMap MCP Server exposes 33 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to Claude Code in under two minutes — credentials fully managed, no infrastructure to provision, no vendor lock-in. Your configuration, your data, your control.
All 33 OpenStreetMap tools available for Claude Code
When Claude Code connects to OpenStreetMap through Vinkius, your AI agent gets direct access to every tool listed below — spanning geospatial, map-data, cartography, and more. Every call runs in a secure, isolated environment with full audit visibility. Beyond a simple connection, you get real-time monitoring of agent activity, enterprise governance, and optimized token usage.
Close changeset on OpenStreetMap
Close a changeset
Close note on OpenStreetMap
Close a map note
Comment note on OpenStreetMap
Add a comment to an existing map note
Create changeset on OpenStreetMap
Create a new changeset
Create element on OpenStreetMap
Create a new node, way, or relation
Create note on OpenStreetMap
Create a new map note
Delete element on OpenStreetMap
Delete a node, way, or relation
Delete message on OpenStreetMap
Delete a message
Download changeset on OpenStreetMap
Download a changeset in OsmChange format
Get auth user details on OpenStreetMap
Get details for the authenticated user
Get changeset on OpenStreetMap
Read a changeset by ID
Get element on OpenStreetMap
Read a node, way, or relation by ID
Get element history on OpenStreetMap
Get the history of a node, way, or relation
Get elements on OpenStreetMap
Multi-fetch nodes, ways, or relations
Get gpx data on OpenStreetMap
Download data for a GPS trace
Get gpx metadata on OpenStreetMap
Read metadata for a GPS trace
Get inbox on OpenStreetMap
Get the authenticated user's message inbox
Get map data on OpenStreetMap
Get map data (nodes, ways, relations) within a bounding box
Get message on OpenStreetMap
Read a specific message
Get note on OpenStreetMap
Read a map note by ID
Get outbox on OpenStreetMap
Get the authenticated user's message outbox
Get permissions on OpenStreetMap
Get OAuth permissions for the authenticated user
Get user on OpenStreetMap
Get details for a specific user
Get user preferences on OpenStreetMap
Get preferences for the authenticated user
List notes on OpenStreetMap
List map notes within a bounding box
List user gpx on OpenStreetMap
List GPS traces for the authenticated user
Query changesets on OpenStreetMap
Query changesets with filters
Search notes on OpenStreetMap
Search for map notes
Send message on OpenStreetMap
Send a private message to another user
Update changeset on OpenStreetMap
Update tags of an open changeset
Update element on OpenStreetMap
Update an existing node, way, or relation
Update message status on OpenStreetMap
Update the read status of a message
Upload gpx on OpenStreetMap
Upload a GPS trace (GPX)
Connect OpenStreetMap to Claude Code via MCP
Follow these steps to wire OpenStreetMap into Claude Code. The entire setup takes under two minutes — your credentials stay safe behind Vinkius.
Install Claude Code
npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code if not already installedAdd the MCP Server
Verify the connection
claude mcp to list connected servers, or type /mcp inside a sessionStart using OpenStreetMap
Why Use Claude Code with the OpenStreetMap MCP Server
Claude Code provides unique advantages when paired with OpenStreetMap through the Model Context Protocol.
Single-command setup: `claude mcp add` registers the server instantly. no config files to edit or applications to restart
Terminal-native workflow means MCP tools integrate seamlessly into shell scripts, CI/CD pipelines, and automated DevOps tasks
Claude Code runs headlessly, enabling unattended batch processing using OpenStreetMap tools in cron jobs or deployment scripts
Built by the same team that created the MCP protocol, ensuring first-class compatibility and the fastest adoption of new protocol features
OpenStreetMap + Claude Code Use Cases
Practical scenarios where Claude Code combined with the OpenStreetMap MCP Server delivers measurable value.
CI/CD integration: embed OpenStreetMap tool calls in your deployment pipeline to validate configurations or fetch secrets before shipping
Headless batch processing: schedule Claude Code to query OpenStreetMap nightly and generate reports without human intervention
Shell scripting: pipe OpenStreetMap outputs into other CLI tools for data transformation, filtering, and aggregation
Infrastructure monitoring: run Claude Code in a cron job to query OpenStreetMap status endpoints and alert on anomalies
Example Prompts for OpenStreetMap in Claude Code
Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Claude Code agent to start working with OpenStreetMap immediately.
"Get map data for the bounding box -0.15, 51.50, -0.10, 51.52 (Central London)."
"Show me the history of way ID 4225123."
"Find the 5 most recent closed changesets by user 'JohnDoe'."
Troubleshooting OpenStreetMap MCP Server with Claude Code
Common issues when connecting OpenStreetMap to Claude Code through Vinkius, and how to resolve them.
Command not found: claude
npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-codeConnection timeout
OpenStreetMap + Claude Code FAQ
Common questions about integrating OpenStreetMap MCP Server with Claude Code.
How do I add an MCP server to Claude Code?
claude mcp add --transport http "" in your terminal. Claude Code registers the server and discovers all tools immediately.Can Claude Code run MCP tools in headless mode?
How do I list all connected MCP servers?
claude mcp in your terminal to see all registered servers and their status, or type /mcp inside an active Claude Code session.Explore More MCP Servers
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