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OpenStreetMap MCP Server for Claude CodeGive Claude Code instant access to 33 tools to Close Changeset, Close Note, Comment Note, and more

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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"
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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

Close changeset on OpenStreetMap

Close a changeset

close

Close note on OpenStreetMap

Close a map note

comment

Comment note on OpenStreetMap

Add a comment to an existing map note

create

Create changeset on OpenStreetMap

Create a new changeset

create

Create element on OpenStreetMap

Create a new node, way, or relation

create

Create note on OpenStreetMap

Create a new map note

delete

Delete element on OpenStreetMap

Delete a node, way, or relation

delete

Delete message on OpenStreetMap

Delete a message

download

Download changeset on OpenStreetMap

Download a changeset in OsmChange format

get

Get auth user details on OpenStreetMap

Get details for the authenticated user

get

Get changeset on OpenStreetMap

Read a changeset by ID

get

Get element on OpenStreetMap

Read a node, way, or relation by ID

get

Get element history on OpenStreetMap

Get the history of a node, way, or relation

get

Get elements on OpenStreetMap

Multi-fetch nodes, ways, or relations

get

Get gpx data on OpenStreetMap

Download data for a GPS trace

get

Get gpx metadata on OpenStreetMap

Read metadata for a GPS trace

get

Get inbox on OpenStreetMap

Get the authenticated user's message inbox

get

Get map data on OpenStreetMap

Get map data (nodes, ways, relations) within a bounding box

get

Get message on OpenStreetMap

Read a specific message

get

Get note on OpenStreetMap

Read a map note by ID

get

Get outbox on OpenStreetMap

Get the authenticated user's message outbox

get

Get permissions on OpenStreetMap

Get OAuth permissions for the authenticated user

get

Get user on OpenStreetMap

Get details for a specific user

get

Get user preferences on OpenStreetMap

Get preferences for the authenticated user

list

List notes on OpenStreetMap

List map notes within a bounding box

list

List user gpx on OpenStreetMap

List GPS traces for the authenticated user

query

Query changesets on OpenStreetMap

Query changesets with filters

search

Search notes on OpenStreetMap

Search for map notes

send

Send message on OpenStreetMap

Send a private message to another user

update

Update changeset on OpenStreetMap

Update tags of an open changeset

update

Update element on OpenStreetMap

Update an existing node, way, or relation

update

Update message status on OpenStreetMap

Update the read status of a message

upload

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.

01

Install Claude Code

Run npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code if not already installed
02

Add the MCP Server

Run the command above in your terminal
03

Verify the connection

Run claude mcp to list connected servers, or type /mcp inside a session
04

Start using OpenStreetMap

Ask Claude: "Using OpenStreetMap, show me...". 33 tools are ready

Why Use Claude Code with the OpenStreetMap MCP Server

Claude Code provides unique advantages when paired with OpenStreetMap through the Model Context Protocol.

01

Single-command setup: `claude mcp add` registers the server instantly. no config files to edit or applications to restart

02

Terminal-native workflow means MCP tools integrate seamlessly into shell scripts, CI/CD pipelines, and automated DevOps tasks

03

Claude Code runs headlessly, enabling unattended batch processing using OpenStreetMap tools in cron jobs or deployment scripts

04

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.

01

CI/CD integration: embed OpenStreetMap tool calls in your deployment pipeline to validate configurations or fetch secrets before shipping

02

Headless batch processing: schedule Claude Code to query OpenStreetMap nightly and generate reports without human intervention

03

Shell scripting: pipe OpenStreetMap outputs into other CLI tools for data transformation, filtering, and aggregation

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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.

01

"Get map data for the bounding box -0.15, 51.50, -0.10, 51.52 (Central London)."

02

"Show me the history of way ID 4225123."

03

"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.

01

Command not found: claude

Ensure Claude Code is installed globally: npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code
02

Connection timeout

Check your internet connection and verify the Edge URL is reachable

OpenStreetMap + Claude Code FAQ

Common questions about integrating OpenStreetMap MCP Server with Claude Code.

01

How do I add an MCP server to Claude Code?

Run claude mcp add --transport http "" in your terminal. Claude Code registers the server and discovers all tools immediately.
02

Can Claude Code run MCP tools in headless mode?

Yes. Claude Code supports non-interactive execution, making it ideal for scripts, cron jobs, and CI/CD pipelines that need MCP tool access.
03

How do I list all connected MCP servers?

Run claude mcp in your terminal to see all registered servers and their status, or type /mcp inside an active Claude Code session.

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