osmmcp

Overview

This is a well-implemented MCP server written in Go that exposes extensive OpenStreetMap functionality through the Model Context Protocol. It provides a comprehensive set of tools for geospatial operations including geocoding, reverse geocoding, route calculation, and place discovery. The server follows a composable tool design philosophy, enabling LLMs to combine tools for complex workflows. It includes specialized features like EV charging station lookup, neighborhood analysis, and map visualization capabilities.

Try asking AI

After installing, here are 5 things you can ask your AI assistant:

• bbox_from_points

  Create a bounding box that encompasses all given geographic coordinates

  Try:Create a bounding box for these points: San Francisco and Oakland
• geocode_address

  Convert an address or place name to geographic coordinates

  Try:Find the coordinates for Eiffel Tower, Paris, France
• reverse_geocode

  Convert geographic coordinates to a human-readable address

  Try:What's the address at coordinates 38.8977, -77.0365?
• find_nearby_places

  Find points of interest near a specific location

  Try:Find restaurants near 37.7749, -122.4194 within 1000m
• route_fetch

  Fetch a route between two points using OSRM routing service

  Try:Get a driving route from San Francisco to Oakland
• get_map_image

  Retrieve and display an OpenStreetMap image for analysis

  Try:Show me a map of downtown San Francisco at zoom level 14
• find_charging_stations

  Find electric vehicle charging stations near a location

  Try:Find EV charging stations near Stanford University
• analyze_commute

  Analyze transportation options between home and work locations

  Try:Compare commute options between my home in Berkeley and work in San Francisco
• analyze_neighborhood

  Evaluate neighborhood livability for real estate and relocation decisions

  Try:Analyze the livability of neighborhoods around 37.7749, -122.4194
• suggest_meeting_point

  Suggest an optimal meeting point for multiple people

  Try:Find a good coffee shop between my office in SF and a friend's house in Oakland
• find_schools_nearby

  Find educational institutions near a specific location

  Try:Find elementary schools near Golden Gate Park
• find_parking_facilities

  Find parking facilities near a specific location

  Try:Find parking near AT&T Park

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Installation

go install github.com/NERVsystems/osmmcp@latest

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "osmmcp": {
      "command": "go",
      "args": ["run", "github.com/NERVsystems/osmmcp"],
      "env": {}
    }
  }
}

FAQ

What geospatial data sources does this server use?

The server primarily uses OpenStreetMap (OSM) data through direct API calls and the OSRM routing service for route calculations.

Does this server require an API key?

No API keys are required for basic functionality as it uses free OpenStreetMap services. However, heavy usage might require rate limiting considerations.

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