OSM standard map OSM map for cyclists (with contours) I have used the Basque village of Zugarramurdi as an example. The best way to appreciate how OSM works and the potential quality of the free maps is to connect to the OSM site. It is the source of most of the data available on the free Pyrenean maps, some of which display different elements better than others. OSM is a Wikipedia-like collaborative project which aims to chart the world and make the results available for free on the Internet. Once installed it is possible to eliminate the installation files (8GB) and areas of Europe not needed (9GB) Comparison of Pyrenees ramblers’ maps For reference: Garmin Topo Espagne map of Zugarramurdi, not based on OSM Open Street Map Project: source of the free maps *to install the OSM map you need 20GB of free space. None of the vector maps of the Pyrenees currently available offers all these features Version tested Click on two points on a path and the software will fill in the gap, including all the bends and junctions. A single map which covers all the Pyrenees.Vector maps so that the lines are always sharp however much you zoom.The bad news is that – for the moment – no single map reproduces all the features of the Garmin maps. The good news is that free high-quality GPS maps of the Pyrenees are available to be downloaded from the internet. Some years ago I paid a total of about 400€ for Garmin GPS vector maps covering the whole of France and Spain and I have been looking for a cheaper solution so I can update them. OpenStreetMap of Europe from Alternativas Libres (10GB, phew!)Įverything you always wanted to know about maps but were afraid to ask What is important for GPS maps of the Pyrenees?.Try these out first and if you need “routing” (see below) download Install free trekking maps of the Pyrenees for your GPSĪgain, download and install the files listed above. If you want to plan your walk on your computer in more detail download

Go to Open Street Map, navigate to the sector, choose “Map for cyclists” and print. Free GPS map (Topo Pirineos 6.1) with projected walk on a path shown in purple Print free trekking maps of the Pyrenees

Pyrenees mountains map