Gaia GPS: Offline GPS maps for hiking, hunting and overlanding. map.geo.admin.ch: Switzerland's federal map viewer with the famous Swiss topographic maps.
| Gaia GPS | map.geo.admin.ch | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Hiking, Ski & Outdoor Maps | Map Platforms & National Atlases |
| Coverage | Worldwide | Switzerland |
| Updates | Periodically | Periodically |
| Data source | Many map sources | swisstopo and federal agencies |
| Made by | Gaia GPS (Outside) | swisstopo (Federal Office of Topography) |
| Price | Free + paid plan | Free |
| Account | Free to view, account for extras | No account needed |
| On phones | Phone app available | Works well on phones |
| Map view | Flat map | Flat + 3D |
| Visits from ColorfulMaps | 0 | 0 |
| Open map | Open map |
What you can do with Gaia GPS
- Many topo and satellite layers
- Offline map downloads
- Track recording and routes
What you can do with map.geo.admin.ch
- Swiss national topographic maps
- Hiking and ski touring routes
- Historical map time travel
- 3D view
Summary based on public information. Check each map's website for current features and prices.