Geofabrik OSM Extracts
Geofabrik is the easiest place to download OpenStreetMap by region when you need more than a tiny custom export.
Format PBF / Shapefile / OSM
Coverage Global by region
Resolution Community-maintained detail
License ODbL
Update Daily updates
Format
PBF / Shapefile / OSM
Geometry
Mixed geometry
Coverage
Global by region
Resolution
Community-maintained detail
About this dataset
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.
Road and building downloads Regional OSM analysis Base layer extraction
How to download
- 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.
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.