OpenStreetMap: The free, editable map of the world, made by millions of mappers. map.geo.admin.ch: Switzerland's federal map viewer with the famous Swiss topographic maps.
| OpenStreetMap | map.geo.admin.ch | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Map Platforms & National Atlases | Map Platforms & National Atlases |
| Coverage | Worldwide | Switzerland |
| Updates | Continuously (community edits) | Periodically |
| Data source | Community contributions | swisstopo and federal agencies |
| Made by | OpenStreetMap Foundation and contributors | swisstopo (Federal Office of Topography) |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Account | No account needed | No account needed |
| On phones | Works well on phones | Works well on phones |
| Map view | Flat map | Flat + 3D |
| Visits from ColorfulMaps | 0 | 0 |
| Open map | Open map |
What you can do with OpenStreetMap
- Several map styles (standard, cycle, transport, humanitarian)
- Directions
- Edit the map yourself
- Open data download
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.