You can upload GPS files in GPX, TCX or FIT format via the komoot app or on the komoot website to use them with komoot navigation or for planning.

It is also possible to plan a tour on komoot and then download it for use on an external device.

Note: KML- and NMEA files are not supported for upload to komoot.

Attention: Only one Tour can be exported or imported at a time. Downloading or uploading multiple Tours at once is not possible.

Exporting komoot Tours

Komoot tours can be downloaded both in the komoot app and from the website as a GPX file. The GPX file only contains route points in the form of GPS coordinates, which are used to reproduce the course of the route. Any waypoints set during planning are not included in the GPX file.

To export a GPX file, the region in which the Tour starts must be unlocked. If the region is not unlocked, you will be shown which region you need for the download.

Voice navigation and komoot maps are not part of the GPX export, we only offer these features in our app.

  1. Click on your username.

  2. Select Planned.

  3. Select the Tour you want to export.EN_Web-GPX-Export_choose.jpg

  4. Click Download GPS file.EN_Web-GPX-Export_action.jpg
  5. The GPX file is usually saved in the download folder. Depending on the operating system and the custom storage settings, the file can also be saved in another folder. You can find more information here
  1. Click on Profile ().

  2. Choose Planned.EN_Android-Export_choose.jpg
  3. Select the Tour you want to export.

  4. Click More ().EN_Android-Export_action.jpg
  5. Select Download GPS file. 
  6. The GPX file is automatically saved on your Android phone. Usually you will find it in the download folder. If not, you can find more information here. Alternatively, you can open the GPX file directly with another app.
  1. Click on Profile ().

  2. Choose Planned.EN_iOS-Export_choos.jpg
  3. Select the Tour you want to export.
  4. Click More ().EN_iOS-Export_action.jpg
  5. Select Download GPS file. 
  6. On your iPhone/iPad a window will open where you can save the file or open it with another app. You can learn more about the store location here.

Import GPS files

The import of the GPS files can be done via the komoot app or the website. The following file formats are supported for the upload:

  • GPX
  • TCX
  • FIT

Note: KML- and NMEA files are not supported for upload to komoot.

There are two ways to import GPS files into komoot. To use komoot navigation with an external GPS file, upload the route as a planned Tour. Alternatively, you can import as a completed Tour, which will list it as such in your komoot profile.

Import as planned Tour

By importing a file as a planned Tour, you get the possibility to adapt the route to your own needs and use it for navigation afterwards.

  1. Click the plus icon () at the top of the menu bar.
  2. Select Import a GPS file.EN_Web-GPX-import.jpg
  3. Click Upload File or drag and drop the file into the highlighted window.EN_Web-GPX-import_choose.jpg
  4. Select Import to Plan a Route and click Next.EN_Web-GPX-import_choose_planned.jpg
  5. If necessary, change the sport and click Next.
  6. If parts of your route deviate from known ways, you get the option to review the route. By clicking on Review Route the Route planner will open.
    • Stick to original route: The navigation will be less accurate. Off-grid sections will be inserted at the points where the imported route deviates from known ways.
    • Match route to known ways: Komoot will replan parts of your route along best alternative ways. The route won't be matched exactly, but navigation may be more reliable.EN_Web-GPX-import_option.jpg
  7. Edit the Tour name and click Got it!.

Komoot Premium Premium users get the choice to import a long tour (7h +) as a multi-day Tour. Import as single-stage Tour: Import this Tour as one long stage (from point A to point B) for navigating the whole route in one go. Import as multi-day Tour: Import this Tour as a multi-dav Tour and let komoot define the most optimal day-stages for you. 

By importing a file as a planned Tour, you get the possibility to adapt the route to your own needs and use it for navigation afterwards.

  1. Click on Profile ().

  2. Click on the plus symbol () next to Tours.
    Alternatively: Open Planned or Completed Tours and select Import in the upper right corner.EN_Android-Import_choose.jpg
  3. Select Import file (GPX, FIT or TCX).
  4. Choose the file.
  5. Tap Import and plan.EN_Android-import_plan.jpg
  6. If necessary, change the sport and click Continue.
  7. If parts of your route deviate from known ways, you can choose how you would like to proceed. Select the preferred option and confirm with Continue.
    • Stick to original route: The navigation will be less accurate. Off-grid sections will be inserted at the points where the imported route deviates from known ways.
    • Match route to known ways: Komoot will replan parts of your route along best alternative ways. The route won't be matched exactly, but navigation may be more reliable.EN_Android-import_known_ways.jpg
  8. Save the Tour or Start Navigation.

By importing a file as a planned Tour, you get the possibility to adapt the route to your own needs and use it for navigation afterwards.

  1. Click on Profile ().
  2. Click on the plus symbol () next to Tours.
    Alternatively: Open Planned or Completed Tours and select Import in the upper right corner.EN_iOS-Import_choos.jpg
  3. Select Import file (GPX, FIT or TCX).
  4. Choose the file.
  5. Tap Import as planned Tour.EN_iOS-import_plan.jpg
  6. If necessary, change the sport and click Continue.
  7. If parts of your route deviate from known ways, you can choose how you would like to proceed. Select the preferred option and confirm with Continue.
    • Stick to original route: The navigation will be less accurate. Off-grid sections will be inserted at the points where the imported route deviates from known ways.
    • Match route to known ways: Komoot will replan parts of your route along best alternative ways. The route won't be matched exactly, but navigation may be more reliable.EN_iOS-Import_known-ways.jpg
  8. Save the Tour or Start Navigation.

Import as completed Tour

Import the route as a completed Tour and save it with your other activities in your profile.

  1. Click the plus icon () at the top of the menu bar.
  2. Select Import a GPS file.EN_Web-GPX-import.jpg
  3. Click Upload File or drag and drop the file into the highlighted window.EN_Web-GPX-import_choose.jpg
  4. Select Import as Activity and click Next. EN_Web-GPX-import_choose_completed.jpg
  5. Change the sport, select the date you want the Tour to appear in your profile and use the pencil icon () if you want to change the visibility of the tour.
  6. Click on Import activity.
  7. Edit the tour name if necessary and click Got it!.

Import the route as a completed Tour and save it with your other activities in your profile.

  1. Click on Profile ().
  2. Click on the plus symbol () next to Tours.
    Alternatively: Open Planned or Completed Tours and select Import in the upper right corner.EN_Android-Import_choose.jpg
  3. Select Import file (GPX, FIT or TCX).
  4. Choose the file.
  5. Tap Add to profile.EN_Android-import_completed.jpg
  6. Select the date on which the Tour should appear in your profile and change the sport if necessary.
  7. Confirm your choices by clicking Continue.
  8. The Tour is now saved in your completed Tours.

Import the route as a completed Tour and save it with your other activities in your profile.

  1. Click on Profile ().
  2. Click on the plus symbol () next to Tours.
    Alternatively: Open Planned or Completed Tours and select Import in the upper right corner.EN_iOS-Import_choos.jpg
  3. Select Import file (GPX, FIT or TCX).
  4. Choose the file.
  5. Tap Import as completed Tour.EN_iOS-import_completed.jpg
  6. Select the date on which the Tour should appear in your profile and change the sport if necessary.
  7. Confirm your choices by clicking Continue.
  8. The Tour is now saved in your completed Tours.

FAQ

Can I download several Tours at once?

Bulk downloading of GPS data is currently not supported. We recommend downloading your Tour's GPS data individually for each Tour.

Under which file path is the GPX file stored during export?

The location can be individual depending on the device you are using, operating system and custom storage settings. If you are not sure where the file was saved, here are some tips:

  1. Search for the file: Use the search function on your computer to search for the file. For this, enter the name of the tour in the search field.
  2. Check the default folder: In the storage settings, check in which folder downloaded files are saved.
  1. Check if the GPX file can be found in the "Download" folder.
  2. Check the default folder: Check in the storage settings in which folder downloaded files are stored.
  3. Search for the file: Use the search function of your Android phone to search for the file. To do so, type the name of the tour in the search box.
  4. Use a file manager app: Install a file manager app on your Android phone to search for the file. Through such an app, you get the option to filter by file type. Filter by "GPX".
  1. Check if the GPX file can be found in the "Download" folder.
  2. Search for the file: Use the search function of your iOS device to search for the file. To do so, enter the name of the Tour in the search.
  3. Use a file manager app: Install a file manager app on your iOS device to search for the file. Using such an app you get the possibility to filter by file type. Filter by "GPX".

How do I transfer a Tour planned on the website to my phone?

To get the same content on the website as well as in the komoot app, you just need to log in with the same email address on the website and in the komoot app on your smartphone. Read here how to do that: Sync content between devices.

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