Where to download a complete database of all GPS coordinates of Germany cities/towns? [closed]

Question

I am looking for a MySQL, CSV or else database of all GPS coordinates of cities/towns in Germany. Is there a place where I can download this? I've been searching on almost every POI file websites but I can't find a place where I can just download a file with all GPS coordinates of German towns.

I know there is a site at http://earth-info.nga.mil where this information maybe is available, but the site seems to be down for days already so I am not even sure if it actually there at all.

Any suggestions? Maybe a mirror site or another site?

Thanks a lot in advance!

Answer 1

Open Street Map (OSM) seems to be a useful resource for your needs. If you're working with a Garmin, here's a link for Germany's Garmin maps: http://wiki.openstreetmap.org/wiki/All_in_one_Garmin_Map#Germany.

Since you asked about a database however, the OSM Database and/or Import Data pages should be helpful.

I searched briefly on stackoverflow for questions related to OSM, but you'll probably have better luck since I wasn't certain what aspects of OSM you might be interested in.

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Description of OSM from the OSM Homepage:

OpenStreetMap is a free editable map of the whole world. It is made by people like you.

OpenStreetMap allows you to view, edit and use geographical data in a collaborative way from anywhere on Earth.

OpenStreetMap's hosting is kindly supported by the UCL VR Centre and bytemark. Other supporters of the project are listed in the wiki.

Quoting the OSM Wiki:

OpenStreetMap creates and provides free geographic data such as street maps to anyone who wants them. The project was started because most maps you think of as free actually have legal or technical restrictions on their use, holding back people from using them in creative, productive, or unexpected ways.