komoot - hike, bike & run

Smart outdoor navigation for hikers cyclists and runners

komoot is a versatile companion for anyone who spends serious time outdoors, whether you prefer forest singletrack, quiet gravel lanes, or smooth tarmac. It combines powerful route planning with rich topographic maps and a surprisingly active community, turning everyday outings into curated adventures.

The standout feature is the route planner. You simply pick a sport type (hiking, running, road cycling, mountain biking, and more), set your start and destination, and komoot suggests routes tailored to surface type, difficulty, distance, and elevation. The elevation profile and path surfaces are clearly presented, so you know in advance if you’re in for a mellow riverside stroll or a quad-burning climb.

On the trail, turn-by-turn voice navigation is accurate and calm, allowing you to keep your phone in your pocket and your eyes on the scenery. Offline maps are another major strength: with a single tap you can save an entire planned adventure and its detailed topographic map, which is invaluable in areas with weak or no signal.

What sets komoot apart is its community layer. User-generated Highlights — peaks, viewpoints, technical segments, cozy cafés, or hidden trails — appear as red dots on the map, helping you quickly spot local favorites and string them into your own tours. You can also record your activities with the built-in GPS tracker and share them, complete with photos and notes, for others to discover.

There are a few caveats. Only your first region is free, and unlocking more areas or advanced features requires payment, which might put off occasional users. Routing is usually excellent but can occasionally favor efficiency over scenery, so it pays to double-check longer tours.

Overall, komoot strikes a strong balance between precision navigation, route customization, and inspiration, making it a top choice for planning and tracking outdoor adventures.