OpenSeaMap

Free community nautical chart built on OpenStreetMap, with seamarks, harbours and depth data.

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About OpenSeaMap

OpenSeaMap is a free nautical chart edited on the wiki principle and layered on top of OpenStreetMap. It adds seamarks, lights, harbours and water depth data, and the website offers an interactive chart with a full-screen view and ship tracking.

Chart downloads are available for use elsewhere, including MBTiles for OpenCPN and maps for Garmin and Lowrance plotters. Anyone can contribute by editing the map, for example with JOSM. It suits sailors and paddlers who want free charts.

Strengths

  • Free charts built on OpenStreetMap
  • Downloads for OpenCPN, Garmin and Lowrance
  • Anyone can add and correct seamarks

Limitations

  • Community data is not an official chart
  • Coverage and depth detail vary by region
  • Some downloadable chart bundles are several years old

Details

Pricing
FreeFree to use and download.
License
Proprietary
Developer
The OpenSeaMap contributors
Platforms
Web
How it runs
Web application
Account
Not required
Best suited for
Sailors and paddlers who want free, community-maintained nautical charts
Last verified
Added
Provenance
Selected from the TechWalrus Resource Hub (Maps & Navigation); facts checked against the developer's own pages, 2 sources on file.

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