We connect the community, organizations, authorities, companies, and everyone interested in OpenStreetMap. Together, we improve geodata and make it accessible to everyone.
Our Goal: To promote and enhance free geodata – together with you!
Our Offering: We provide support for using OpenStreetMap, participating in the project, and answering questions about geodata.
Our Role: As a bridge between the community and external partners, we foster dialogue and actively work on improving geodata quality.
Here is an example map showcasing what can be done with OpenStreetMap:
You can report an issue directly on openstreetmap.org, or you can inform us at info@openstreetmap.at. We will get back to you as soon as our volunteer schedule allows – all our work is voluntary.
Find out how to support OpenStreetMap by visiting the Contribute page.
OpenStreetMap (OSM) is an open, global database where geodata is collected by volunteers and made freely available. These data are the foundation for maps, navigation systems, and much more worldwide. Everyone can contribute – whether by adding a path, a park, or mapping entire neighborhoods in detail.
Learn more about OpenStreetMap on the About OSM page.
OpenStreetMap Austria was founded in 2011 to organize the first “State of the Map” conference in Austria. Since then, we have built a rich history.
In 2023, following a community vote, we became the official Local Chapter for Austria.
OpenStreetMap Austria (OSM-AT) actively promotes OpenStreetMap activities in Austria. We assist in using OSM data, mediate between the community and external partners, and work to improve and expand geodata quality.
Our association acts as a voluntary point of contact for inquiries, clarifications, support, or mediation regarding OpenStreetMap.
We participate in various events, such as the Salzburg Maker Faire and the Graz Linux Days, to raise awareness about OpenStreetMap and strengthen the community. In the past, we were also present at the AGIT (formerly GI_Salzburg) and the Maker Faire Vienna, which unfortunately no longer take place.
OpenStreetMap Austria (OSM-AT) does not control the OpenStreetMap database and does not provide its own map material. We are also not responsible for the content of the database or the map.
The OpenStreetMap project is operated by a British NGO, the OpenStreetMap Foundation, which holds data sovereignty.
As always, the 5th virtual OSM Austria Stammtisch will take place on June 8, 2022 from 7:00 p.m. at https://meet.jit.si/openstreetmapvirtuellerstammtisch!
Further information can be found at: https://wiki.openstreetmap.org/wiki/Austria/Stammtisch/2022-06-08
At this year’s Grazer LinuxTagen (https://www.linuxtage.at/de/, 22.04.2022 to 23.04.2022), a JOSM workshop will be held by Stefan Tiran: https://pretalx.linuxtage.at/glt22/talk/GYAHSS/
In addition to a brief overview of the OSM mapping process and information about the necessary explanations and help pages on the internet, an introduction to JOSM is given and resources approved for OSM mapping in Austria are recommended.
To make it easier to enter and update various external data in OpenStreetMap, the Austrian OpenStreetMap Association offers a number of background maps that can be displayed in the usual OSM editors and provide important information about objects to be entered.
These background maps can be accessed via the following WMS interface: https://maps.openstreetmap.at/geoserver/ows?service=wms&version=1.1.1&request=GetCapabilities
If you have any questions or problems, please contact the OSM mailing list at talk-at@openstreetmap.org or directly info@openstreetmap.at.
