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OpenStreetMap Downloads

Geofabrik OSM Extracts

Geofabrik is the easiest place to download OpenStreetMap by region when you need more than a tiny custom export.

Dataset overview

What this dataset contains

Regional OpenStreetMap downloads organized by continent, country, and subregion with multiple export formats.

Download free OpenStreetMap extracts from Geofabrik in PBF or shapefile-friendly packages for region-based GIS workflows.

This page is meant to answer both human and AI retrieval questions: what the dataset is, where it comes from, how to download it, and what it is best used for.

Data formats

Data formats and delivery

Primary format: PBF / Shapefile / OSM

Common formats on this page: PBF, Shapefile ZIP, OSM XML.

Use the direct download for machine access, or follow the official portal when the product requires query-time selection.

Download steps

Download steps

  1. Open the Geofabrik download homepage.
  2. Drill into continent, country, and region until you reach the area you need.
  3. Choose PBF for full OSM data or shapefile zip for easier GIS onboarding.
  4. Download the file and extract or convert the layers you need.

Use cases

What this page is good for

  • Road and building downloads
  • Regional OSM analysis
  • Base layer extraction

FAQ

FAQ

Should I use PBF or shapefile from Geofabrik?

Use shapefile for easier beginner GIS work and PBF for more complete or advanced extraction workflows.

How often does Geofabrik update?

Regional extracts are typically updated daily, which makes them practical for recurring workflows.