Mapping Styles

OpenStreetMap is, contrary to its name, not a map but a database project. It provides a dataset of geometries described by properties and makes it possible to create almost any arbitrary cartographic presentation.

Geofabrik uses the possibilities of automatic rule-based cartography, i.e. a computer program converting the data into map images by applying styling rules. One and the same map appears completely different if it was rendered using a different map style. Curious members of the OpenStreetMap community who were eager to try out new things have developed lots of different map styles. We want to present you the colorful diversity of OpenStreetMap map styles.

We are happy to adapt existing map styles for your needs or develop new ones.

OSM Carto

OSM Carto is the map style used at the OpenStreetMap website. It shows lots of details and aims to provide feedback to OpenStreetMap contributors. EaethOnDrive offers this style with labeling in local language, German or English.

EarthOnDrive Topo

EarthOnDrive Topo is a map style for outdoor applications with overlays. Therefore, the colors are pale and few details are rendered only. The style has hillshade and contours.

EarthOnDrive Basic

EarthOnDrive Basic is a family of map styles with a similar choice of features compared to OSM Carto on low and medium scales. However, they do not show that much details on large scales, especially points of interest (shops etc.). The map styles are labelled in English and the local language.