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Map Icon Interaction

Interaction with map icons

Curious about what the different symbols on the map mean? Prefer planning your route from hut to hut, peak to peak, or even pub to pub? – Just click on a symbol on the map to find out more.


Discover the new interactive map

Imagine you're out in nature or exploring a new city:

Want to know if the next hut is open, where to find breathtaking viewpoints and exciting peaks? Looking for the nearest bus stop, a cozy café, or must-see landmarks?

With the interactive map, you can dive even deeper into your next adventure! It helps you stay oriented, plan your route, and discover new regions around the world—with detailed information on every location.

Spot a landmark while you're out and see it marked on your digital map? Just click the symbol to get all the essential info—from a full description to exact coordinates. Is it worth a short detour?

Whether at home or on the go, you can now plan your route from the parking lot to the summit and right to your next rest stop. Found another great viewpoint along the way? Add it to your route in just a few clicks.

This feature transforms your outdoor adventures into a personalized experience—whether you're taking a spontaneous break, planning a city trip using public transit, or preparing for a challenging mountain route. Discover our interactive outdoor maps on the web and in the Outdooractive App!


Interactive feature

The Outdooractive map is now even more interactive – you can now engage directly with the symbols on the map. This feature is available in both the OpenStreetMap (OSM) and the Outdooractive map.

On our knowledge page “Map Legend,” you’ll find an overview of clickable symbols listed under the headings “Topographic Sign”, “Touristic Infrastructure”. and “Lift”.

Knowledge Page
The map legend

Outdooractive Editors

You have several ways to interact with the map. Clicking on an empty spot will display a location description along with its coordinates. Clicking on a symbol in the map, the Route Finder, or the Route Planner will open a small preview window at the bottom of the screen with information and interactive options related to the selected point.

  • A selected map symbol with a linked POI page.
  • A selected map symbol without a link to a POI page.
  • A selected point on the map with location description and coordinates.

“Route to here” 

  • Automatically opens the Route Planner
  • The selected point is automatically set as the destination (Point B) of your route

“Coordinates” 

Displays all available coordinate formats with the option to copy them with a single click

 

“Three-dot menu”

  • Allows you to share the selected point
  • If the symbol is linked to a POI with additional information, an extended sharing option becomes available 
  • In the app, you can share the point via all installed and compatible apps

If more information is available for the selected symbol on our platform, the preview window will also include a direct link to the corresponding POI page.


Interaction with the Snow Depth layer

In the Snow Depth layer, you can now view the exact snow height for a specific point.

Simply click on a point on the map, and the snow height will be displayed next to the selected point. Additionally, a small info window will open showing location details and coordinates of the point, along with the option to share the coordinates with others.

This feature is included in the Pro+ subscription.


Good to know

  • Place and street names are not clickable.
  • The interaction feature is available in the map, Route Finder, and Route Planner.

Note: The interactive map is already available on the web and in the iOS app. The update will be available on Android devices in just a few days.


Recommended Reading

  • The map legend
  • How does the Route Planner work?
  • The Outdooractive Map
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