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Connect Overpass Openstreetmap to ChatGPT, Claude and Gemini

Set it up once and it works in ChatGPT, Claude, Cursor, and any other client you love. It all runs safely in the background, so you can relax and focus on what really matters. Pull real-world geographic data directly into your AI client.

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Works with modern AI clients that support MCP, including ChatGPT, Claude, Cursor, and more.

ChatGPTClaudeCursorPerplexityGeminiMicrosoft CopilotRaycastMeta AI

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No other AI tool gives you this. Your workflow runs in the client you already love, your account stays protected, and you decide what the agent can and cannot do. It is the whole reason to make the switch.

Each Connector lives inside our infrastructure, the same place where your workflow runs. The three things below are already part of it, working quietly in the background so you never have to think about them. Nothing to add, nothing to set up, nothing to worry about.

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Each Connector runs inside its own sealed environment.

Each Connector runs inside its own sealed V8 runtime — no access to your files, your system, or other servers. A Connector never sees past its own request.

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One switch stops every agent. Instantly.

One action deactivates every Connector, revokes every token, and ends every session at once. AI Governance keeps the record.

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Spending limits that pause instead of surprise.

Every user keeps their own connections and credentials, isolated from everyone else. Anything that would cross your spending limit is held for your approval, not billed.

Three controls, built into the layer your AI connects through.

Curated set · 16 capabilities

We ship only the actions that matter.

Capability set01 / 04

01-04

4 capabilities in this set.

Part of 16 available through Overpass API.

  1. 01

    Search by tag

    This capability finds specific OpenStreetMap elements using tag keys and values within a bounding box. You provide the coordinates in a lat_min,lon_min,lat_max,lon_max format.

  2. 02

    Search fuel stations

    Use this to find gas stations within a specific bounding box. It returns names, brands, addresses, and available fuel types.

  3. 03

    Search hospitals

    This capability locates hospitals and clinics in a bounding box. You get details like facility names, phone numbers, and emergency service info.

  4. 04

    Search hotels

    Find hotels, hostels, and tourist accommodations within a defined area. It provides star ratings, websites, and room information.

Capability set02 / 04

05-08

4 capabilities in this set.

Part of 16 available through Overpass API.

  1. 05

    Search nearby amenities

    This capability searches for common amenities like cafes, banks, or schools near a specific location. It is ideal for quick proximity checks.

  2. 06

    Search parks

    Locate parks and green spaces within a bounding box. It returns names, sizes, and available features like playgrounds.

  3. 07

    Search pharmacies

    Find pharmacies in a bounding box. The capability provides addresses, phone numbers, and opening hours.

  4. 08

    Search shops

    This capability searches for retail outlets like supermarkets, bakeries, or clothing stores. You can filter by specific shop types.

Capability set03 / 04

09-12

4 capabilities in this set.

Part of 16 available through Overpass API.

  1. 09

    Custom query

    Execute raw Overpass QL queries for any data in the OpenStreetMap database. The output is automatically formatted as JSON.

  2. 10

    Search amenities

    Search for a wide range of amenities including restaurants, libraries, and police stations within a bounding box.

  3. 11

    Search atms

    Find ATM locations and bank names within a bounding box. It includes info on 24/7 availability and operators.

  4. 12

    Search by name

    Locate specific OpenStreetMap elements by their name. It returns full details like addresses and phone numbers.

Capability set04 / 04

13-16

4 capabilities in this set.

Part of 16 available through Overpass API.

  1. 13

    Search charging stations

    Find EV charging stations in a bounding box. It provides connector types, charging speeds, and operator details.

  2. 14

    Search nearby

    This capability finds OSM elements near a specific coordinate without needing a full bounding box. It returns names, addresses, and distances.

  3. 15

    Search restaurants

    Locate restaurants within a bounding box. You can filter results by specific cuisines like Italian, Japanese, or Vegan.

  4. 16

    Search schools

    Find schools and educational facilities in a bounding box. It returns names, websites, and student capacity.

Real work

What teams actually run

01

Trip Planning

Ask your agent to find all highly-rated Italian restaurants and nearby pharmacies in a new city.

02

EV Route Optimization

Have your agent locate charging stations with specific connector types along a planned route.

03

Urban Analysis

Query the density of schools or parks within a specific city district.

04

Retail Research

Find all supermarkets or clothing stores within a specific bounding box for market research.

Automate a task

Put Overpass API to work on one thing.

Step-by-step automations your AI runs through this Connector: the workflow, the prompts to start with, and the exact capabilities behind each move.

One connector, every AI

Overpass API works with the most popular AI clients.

These are the most popular clients, each with a step-by-step guide: one link, set up once, with governance and visibility built in. And because everything runs on the MCP standard, the same connection also works in any other compatible client — nothing to rebuild.

ClaudeClaudeChatGPTChatGPTGeminiGeminiPerplexityPerplexityGrokGrokMicrosoft CopilotMicrosoft CopilotCursorCursorVS CodeVS CodeWindsurfWindsurfJetBrainsJetBrainsClineClineLangChainLangChainVercel AI SDKVercel AI SDKLovableLovableZ.aiZ.aiRaycastRaycastQwen CodeQwen CodeKimi CodeKimi CodeLe ChatLe Chat

Building your own app? The connector is yours to use.

You don't need a client to put Overpass API to work: the same hosted connection plugs into your own applications and agent code, with the same governance on every request. Build with it, chat with it — one connection for both.

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1028ms average. Fast in production.

Overpass API is checked daily against the live service.

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Connect your client

One URL. Every client.

Activate the Connector, copy your link, and paste it into the client you already use. 16 capabilities arrive ready to run.

Preview access · not provider authentication

The vk_preview_* token belongs to Vinkius preview infrastructure. It lets Claude discover and display the capabilities of Overpass API, so you can see the experience inside your AI.

It does not authenticate your account with Overpass API. Actions requiring credentials or live account data may not run until you activate the Connector and authorize the service.

Overpass API Connector

You're all set. Choose your MCP client and follow the setup instructions.

Connector linkhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_DGkmVxEbxmLxMu1OyGbUJIrzjQi3rn2xOK8B2fYg/mcp

Claude Desktop

Follow the steps below to connect in seconds.

  1. 1In Claude Desktop, open Settings → Connectors.
  2. 2Click “Add custom connector” and paste the connector link above as the remote MCP server URL.
  3. 3Click Add and start a new chat — Overpass API capabilities are ready to use.
Configuration · claude_desktop_config.jsonCopy
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "overpass-openstreetmap-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_DGkmVxEbxmLxMu1OyGbUJIrzjQi3rn2xOK8B2fYg/mcp"
    }
  }
}
  • Claude
  • ChatGPT
  • Cursor
  • VS Code
  • Windsurf
  • Claude Code
  • JetBrains
  • Cline

Step-by-step instructions for each client are in the guide. How to connect

Guided setup for Claude? Set up Overpass API in Claude and other AIs

See all the AI clients this connector works with ↑

Who it's for

Built for the work Overpass API owners hand off.

This MCP is built for anyone needing real-world location intelligence without writing custom API integrations.

  • 01

    Travelers

    Use the agent to find nearby ATMs, restaurants, or hotels while on the move.

  • 02

    Urban Planners

    Hand off data gathering to the AI to analyze land use and amenity density.

  • 03

    Developers

    Use the agent to pull OSM data for testing or building location-based applications.

FAQ

Questions Overpass API owners ask.

  • 01

    Do I need an API key for OpenStreetMap?

    No. This MCP uses the Overpass API, which is a free public service that does not require an API key.

  • 02

    Which AI clients can I use with this MCP?

    You can use this with any MCP-compatible client, including Claude, Cursor, and Windsurf.

  • 03

    Can I perform advanced queries?

    Yes. You can use the custom_query capability to run specific Overpass QL syntax for highly detailed data requests.

  • 04

    How do I define a search area?

    You can use a bounding box (lat_min, lon_min, lat_max, lon_max) or simply ask for things near a specific location.

  • 05

    What kind of data does it return?

    It returns specific details like names, addresses, phone numbers, websites, and opening hours depending on the capability used.

  • 06

    Do I need an API key?

    No! Overpass API is completely free and open. No authentication required. Please be respectful with query sizes. avoid queries returning more than 10,000 elements.

  • 07

    What is a bounding box?

    A bounding box defines a geographic area using min_latitude, min_longitude, max_latitude, max_longitude. Example: "40.70,-74.01,40.72,-73.98" covers Lower Manhattan, NYC.

  • 08

    Can I search near my current location?

    Yes! Use search_nearby or search_nearby_amenities with your GPS coordinates and a radius in meters (e.g. lat=40.7128, lon=-74.0060, radius=1000 for 1km around NYC).

  • 09

    What amenities can I search for?

    Common amenities: restaurant, cafe, fast_food, bar, pub, hospital, clinic, pharmacy, school, university, library, atm, bank, fuel, parking, police, fire_station, post_office, toilets, cinema, theatre, nightclub, museum.

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