Overpass (OpenStreetMap) MCP Server for Claude Code 16 tools — connect in under 2 minutes
Claude Code is Anthropic's agentic CLI for terminal-first development. Add Overpass (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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claude mcp add overpass-openstreetmap --transport http "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
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About Overpass (OpenStreetMap) MCP Server
Connect to Overpass API (OpenStreetMap) and query the world's largest free geographic database through natural conversation — no API key needed.
Claude Code registers Overpass (OpenStreetMap) as an MCP server in a single terminal command. Once connected, Claude Code discovers all 16 tools at runtime and can call them headlessly. ideal for CI/CD pipelines, cron jobs, and automated workflows where Overpass (OpenStreetMap) data drives decisions without human intervention.
What you can do
- Amenity Search — Find restaurants, cafes, hospitals, schools, pharmacies, ATMs, fuel stations and more
- Shop Search — Discover shops, supermarkets, bakeries, clothing stores and retail outlets
- Nearby Search — Find any amenity within a radius of any GPS coordinate
- Hotel Search — Locate hotels, hostels and tourist accommodation
- Park Search — Find parks, gardens and green spaces
- EV Charging — Locate electric vehicle charging stations
- Custom Queries — Execute custom Overpass QL queries for any OSM data
The Overpass (OpenStreetMap) MCP Server exposes 16 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to Claude Code in under two minutes — no API keys to rotate, no infrastructure to provision, no vendor lock-in. Your configuration, your data, your control.
How to Connect Overpass (OpenStreetMap) to Claude Code via MCP
Follow these steps to integrate the Overpass (OpenStreetMap) MCP Server with Claude Code.
Install Claude Code
Run npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code if not already installed
Add the MCP Server
Run the command above in your terminal
Verify the connection
Run claude mcp to list connected servers, or type /mcp inside a session
Start using Overpass (OpenStreetMap)
Ask Claude: "Using Overpass (OpenStreetMap), show me...". 16 tools are ready
Why Use Claude Code with the Overpass (OpenStreetMap) MCP Server
Claude Code provides unique advantages when paired with Overpass (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 Overpass (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
Overpass (OpenStreetMap) + Claude Code Use Cases
Practical scenarios where Claude Code combined with the Overpass (OpenStreetMap) MCP Server delivers measurable value.
CI/CD integration: embed Overpass (OpenStreetMap) tool calls in your deployment pipeline to validate configurations or fetch secrets before shipping
Headless batch processing: schedule Claude Code to query Overpass (OpenStreetMap) nightly and generate reports without human intervention
Shell scripting: pipe Overpass (OpenStreetMap) outputs into other CLI tools for data transformation, filtering, and aggregation
Infrastructure monitoring: run Claude Code in a cron job to query Overpass (OpenStreetMap) status endpoints and alert on anomalies
Overpass (OpenStreetMap) MCP Tools for Claude Code (16)
These 16 tools become available when you connect Overpass (OpenStreetMap) to Claude Code via MCP:
custom_query
The query should be valid Overpass QL syntax. The output format is automatically set to JSON. If no out statement is included, "out geom;" is appended automatically. Example: `node["amenity"="cafe"](51.5,-0.15,51.51,-0.14); out geom;` Execute a custom Overpass QL query
search_amenities
Common amenities: "restaurant", "cafe", "school", "hospital", "pharmacy", "bank", "atm", "fuel", "parking", "toilets", "library", "police", "fire_station", "post_office", "cinema", "theatre", "nightclub", "bar", "pub", "fast_food", "ice_cream". Bbox format: lat_min,lon_min,lat_max,lon_max. Search for amenities (restaurants, schools, hospitals, etc.) in a bounding box
search_atms
Returns ATM locations, operator/bank names, addresses, 24/7 availability and network info. Bbox format: lat_min,lon_min,lat_max,lon_max. Search for ATMs in a bounding box
search_by_name
Optional amenity filter to narrow results. Returns matching elements with full details including addresses, phone numbers and websites. Search for OSM elements by name
search_by_tag
Bbox format: lat_min,lon_min,lat_max,lon_max (e.g. "51.249,-0.15,51.251,-0.10" for central London). Useful for finding specific OSM-tagged features. Search OpenStreetMap elements by tag key/value in a bounding box
search_charging_stations
Returns station names, addresses, connector types, charging speeds, operator info and access details. Bbox format: lat_min,lon_min,lat_max,lon_max. Search for EV charging stations in a bounding box
search_fuel_stations
Returns station names, brands, addresses, fuel types offered, opening hours and operator info. Bbox format: lat_min,lon_min,lat_max,lon_max. Search for fuel/gas stations in a bounding box
search_hospitals
Returns facility names, addresses, phone numbers, emergency services info, specialties and operator info. Bbox format: lat_min,lon_min,lat_max,lon_max. Search for hospitals and clinics in a bounding box
search_hotels
Returns hotel names, addresses, star ratings, phone numbers, websites and room info. Bbox format: lat_min,lon_min,lat_max,lon_max. Search for hotels in a bounding box
search_nearby
Useful for finding nearby amenities without defining a full bounding box. Returns names, addresses, distances and details. Search for OSM elements near a specific location
search_nearby_amenities
Common amenities: "restaurant", "cafe", "pharmacy", "atm", "bank", "hospital", "school", "supermarket", "fuel", "charging_station", "parking", "toilets", "police", "fire_station", "post_office". Search for specific amenities near a location
search_parks
Returns park names, addresses, area sizes, features (playgrounds, sports facilities) and operator info. Bbox format: lat_min,lon_min,lat_max,lon_max. Search for parks and green spaces in a bounding box
search_pharmacies
Returns pharmacy names, addresses, phone numbers, opening hours, dispensing info and operator info. Bbox format: lat_min,lon_min,lat_max,lon_max. Search for pharmacies in a bounding box
search_restaurants
Optional cuisine filter: "italian", "chinese", "japanese", "indian", "mexican", "thai", "french", "american", "pizza", "burger", "sushi", "vegan", "vegetarian". Bbox format: lat_min,lon_min,lat_max,lon_max. Search for restaurants in a bounding box
search_schools
Returns school names, addresses, phone numbers, websites, student capacity and operator info. Bbox format: lat_min,lon_min,lat_max,lon_max. Search for schools in a bounding box
search_shops
Optional shop type filter: "supermarket", "convenience", "clothes", "bakery", "butcher", "electronics", "furniture", "hardware", "jewelry", "mall", "bookmaker", "car", "car_repair", "chemist", "florist", "gift", "hairdresser", "mobile_phone", "shoes", "sports", "toys". Bbox format: lat_min,lon_min,lat_max,lon_max. Search for shops in a bounding box
Example Prompts for Overpass (OpenStreetMap) in Claude Code
Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Claude Code agent to start working with Overpass (OpenStreetMap) immediately.
"Find all restaurants in Lower Manhattan."
"Find ATMs within 500m of Times Square (40.7580, -73.9855)."
"Find EV charging stations in downtown San Francisco."
Troubleshooting Overpass (OpenStreetMap) MCP Server with Claude Code
Common issues when connecting Overpass (OpenStreetMap) to Claude Code through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.
Command not found: claude
npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-codeConnection timeout
Overpass (OpenStreetMap) + Claude Code FAQ
Common questions about integrating Overpass (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.Connect Overpass (OpenStreetMap) with your favorite client
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Connect Overpass (OpenStreetMap) to Claude Code
Get your token, paste the configuration, and start using 16 tools in under 2 minutes. No API key management needed.