Overpass (OpenStreetMap) MCP Server for Windsurf 16 tools — connect in under 2 minutes
Windsurf brings agentic AI coding to a purpose-built IDE. Connect Overpass (OpenStreetMap) through Vinkius and Cascade will auto-discover every tool. ask questions, generate code, and act on live data without leaving your editor.
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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.
Windsurf's Cascade agent chains multiple Overpass (OpenStreetMap) tool calls autonomously. query data, analyze results, and generate code in a single agentic session. Paste Vinkius Edge URL, reload, and all 16 tools are immediately available. Real-time tool feedback appears inline, so you see API responses directly in your editor.
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 Windsurf 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 Windsurf via MCP
Follow these steps to integrate the Overpass (OpenStreetMap) MCP Server with Windsurf.
Open MCP Settings
Go to Settings → MCP Configuration or press Cmd+Shift+P and search "MCP"
Add the server
Paste the JSON configuration above into mcp_config.json
Save and reload
Windsurf will detect the new server automatically
Start using Overpass (OpenStreetMap)
Open Cascade and ask: "Using Overpass (OpenStreetMap), help me...". 16 tools available
Why Use Windsurf with the Overpass (OpenStreetMap) MCP Server
Windsurf provides unique advantages when paired with Overpass (OpenStreetMap) through the Model Context Protocol.
Windsurf's Cascade agent autonomously chains multiple tool calls in sequence, solving complex multi-step tasks without manual intervention
Purpose-built for agentic workflows. Cascade understands context across your entire codebase and integrates MCP tools natively
JSON-based configuration means zero code changes: paste a URL, reload, and all 16 tools are immediately available
Real-time tool feedback is displayed inline, so you see API responses directly in your editor without switching contexts
Overpass (OpenStreetMap) + Windsurf Use Cases
Practical scenarios where Windsurf combined with the Overpass (OpenStreetMap) MCP Server delivers measurable value.
Automated code generation: ask Cascade to fetch data from Overpass (OpenStreetMap) and generate models, types, or handlers based on real API responses
Live debugging: query Overpass (OpenStreetMap) tools mid-session to inspect production data while debugging without leaving the editor
Documentation generation: pull schema information from Overpass (OpenStreetMap) and have Cascade generate comprehensive API docs automatically
Rapid prototyping: combine Overpass (OpenStreetMap) data with Cascade's code generation to scaffold entire features in minutes
Overpass (OpenStreetMap) MCP Tools for Windsurf (16)
These 16 tools become available when you connect Overpass (OpenStreetMap) to Windsurf 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 Windsurf
Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Windsurf 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 Windsurf
Common issues when connecting Overpass (OpenStreetMap) to Windsurf through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.
Server not connecting
Overpass (OpenStreetMap) + Windsurf FAQ
Common questions about integrating Overpass (OpenStreetMap) MCP Server with Windsurf.
How does Windsurf discover MCP tools?
mcp_config.json file on startup and connects to each configured server via Streamable HTTP. Tools are listed in the MCP panel and available to Cascade automatically.Can Cascade chain multiple MCP tool calls?
Does Windsurf support multiple MCP servers?
mcp_config.json. Each server's tools appear in the MCP panel and Cascade can use tools from different servers in a single flow.Connect Overpass (OpenStreetMap) with your favorite client
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Connect Overpass (OpenStreetMap) to Windsurf
Get your token, paste the configuration, and start using 16 tools in under 2 minutes. No API key management needed.