OpenStreetMap (OSM) MCP Server
by jagan-shanmugam
An OpenStreetMap MCP server implementation that enhances LLM capabilities with location-based services and geospatial data. It provides LLMs with tools to interact with OpenStreetMap data, enabling location-based applications.
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What is OpenStreetMap (OSM) MCP Server?
This is an OpenStreetMap MCP server that provides LLMs with tools to interact with OpenStreetMap data. It enables location-based applications by providing functionalities like geocoding, reverse geocoding, finding nearby points of interest, and getting route directions.
How to use OpenStreetMap (OSM) MCP Server?
To use the server, install it locally using pip install -e . and start it with osm-mcp-server. You can then interact with it using the provided example clients or by writing your own client using the mcp.client library. Configuration for Claude Desktop is also provided.
Key features of OpenStreetMap (OSM) MCP Server
Geocode addresses and place names to coordinates
Reverse geocode coordinates to addresses
Find nearby points of interest
Get route directions between locations
Search for places by category within a bounding box
Suggest optimal meeting points for multiple people
Explore areas and get comprehensive location information
Find schools and educational institutions near a location
Analyze commute options between home and work
Locate EV charging stations with connector and power filtering
Perform neighborhood livability analysis for real estate
Find parking facilities with availability and fee information
Use cases of OpenStreetMap (OSM) MCP Server
Meeting Point Optimization
Neighborhood Analysis
Parking Search
Real Estate Decision Making
FAQ from OpenStreetMap (OSM) MCP Server
How do I install the server?
How do I install the server?
Use pip install -e .
How do I start the server?
How do I start the server?
Use the command osm-mcp-server
How do I geocode an address?
How do I geocode an address?
Use the geocode_address tool with an address parameter.
How do I find nearby places?
How do I find nearby places?
Use the find_nearby_places tool with latitude, longitude, radius, and categories parameters.
How do I debug the server?
How do I debug the server?
Use the MCP Inspector for the best debugging experience.