Directions – route planning application2025-04-17T14:09:45+03:00

Directions route planning app

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app.bikenavi login2025-02-23T09:22:03+02:00

Login

  • Download the Bikenavi app From AppStore or From GooglePlay
  • Tea account and log in to the application
    • An account is created using an email and password.
    • Account verification is done using a link sent to your email.
    • After verification, you can use the app but the functions are limited.

Order and trial

  • Place an order on mobile or try the app with all features
  • Choose a suitable subscription duration 1, 6 or 12 months
  • You can try the app For 7 days upon order
  • Log in to the application (app.bikenavi.fi) with the same credentials.
1 Route planning2025-02-23T08:37:57+02:00

Option 1: Draw freely

  • Add or remove waypoints right-click. If you are using a phone or tablet, add a period long press.
  • You can move all the points you have added freely on the map and also add waypoints to the route.

Functions on the map, mouse right button.

  • Add a waypoint
  • Delete waypoint
  • Google Street View

If you are using a phone or tablet, the functions will appear long press.

1. Add the desired starting point
  • Use on a computer right mouse button.
  • On your phone or tablet long press.
2. Create a route by adding points
  • It is worth adding route points, for example for turns. (The route calculation can be corrected if there are too few points.)
3. Add intermediate points
  • Waypoints help you plan a complex route.
4. Adjust the route if you wish
  • You can move all waypoints.

Option 2: Use addresses to help you

  • Change the drawing mode from the selection

You can easily make a longer route by entering

  • Address of the departure point
  • Destination address
  • Milestones
  • All points can still be moved
1. Add your desired departure point and destination
2. Create a route by adding waypoints
3 You can add intermediate stages and waypoints to your route
  • Waypoints help you to make a complex route.

  • You can adjust the route by moving waypoints and intermediate stages.
2 Routing settings2025-02-23T08:41:49+02:00

Vehicle

You can choose as a vehicle

  • Motorcycle
  • Bicycle

    Routing options

    There are two choices in the routing settings

    • Fastest route
    • Allow routing on paths. The route may include small paths, ensure drivability!

    Hiding the route

    • Option to hide/show route on map
    3 Saving, exporting and pausing a route2025-02-23T08:51:37+02:00

    Recording

    Once you have planned your route Save to route. The route is saved My routes tab. 

    Export

    • You can open a saved route in the Bikenavi mobile app
    • You can export the route as a GPX file* to your desired navigation device or application
      • Press the “Export route” button and select the desired file format
      • Export route advanced functions My routes / New route

    * GPX is a file format that allows you to transfer a route to another device or application.

    Suspend

    • This function interrupts route creation, no data is saved.
    4 My routes2025-02-23T08:54:47+02:00

    My routes

    • Saved routes can be found My routes from the tab
    • The newest route is at the top.
    • Activities on the route behind 3 points:
      • Route deletion
      • Switching to editing mode
      • Route export
    5 Search function2025-02-22T20:43:27+02:00

    Search by map area

    You can search for a service station or a specific address on the map area displayed to help you plan.

    You can search by typing in the search box:

    • Name (Vaasa or Neste Oulunbar)
    • Address (Isokatu 10, oulu)
    • Category (e.g. petrol stations)
    6 Map functions (add/delete point)2025-02-23T08:59:26+02:00

    Add or remove waypoints right-click. If you are using a tablet, add a period long press.

    • You can move the points you added freely on the map
    • You can also add waypoints to your route
    • To delete points from the map, zoom in on the point first (you cannot delete a point from a distance)

    Activities on the map, right mouse button or long press

    • Add a waypoint
    • Delete waypoint
    • Google Street View
    7 Different map bases and location data2025-02-23T09:00:49+02:00

    Map bases

    Bikenavi offers 6 different map base options.

    OSM Map
    Supposition

    OpenStreetMap (OSM) is a global map database.

    The map contains information about roads, paths, buildings and other points of interest.

    OSM Map
    Basic (requires subscription)

    A base map helps you visualize the overall picture of the area clearly and in detail.

    OSM Map
    Lightweight (requires subscription)

    A light map is simple. It lacks the detailed information of a traditional map. Roads and paths are clearly visible on the map.

    OSM Map
    Topo (requires subscription)

    A topographic map contains a lot of detail, such as elevation contours, small roads, and bodies of water. It is well suited for outdoor activities and visualizing elevation differences.

    OSM Map
    Outdoor activities (requires reservation)

    The Outdoor map is designed for outdoor activities such as hiking and cycling. It provides detailed terrain information and highlights natural elements.

    OSM Map
    Aerial view (requires subscription)

    Aerial photos consisting of satellite images help in visualizing terrain, for example when choosing a campsite.

    Coating information (Finland)

    Colours of pavements on the map.

    Asphalt road (hard)

    Asphalt road (soft)

    Asphalt road (hard)

    Soratie

    Gravel road (surface treated)

    Private roads

    Asphalt road (stone)

    Other

    Metsähallitus spatial data

    You can use Metsähallitus' spatial data in your planning

    Hiking services

    • Deserted poles
    • To book
    • Dailies
    • For rent
    • Rent a house
    • Kodat
    • Tent pitches
    • Saunas
    • The pavilions

    Hiking structures

    • Fireplaces
    • Swimming beaches
    • Swimming sites
    • Dry toilets
    • Swimming beaches

    Road works (Finland)

    You can see the roads in Finland on the map.

    Lipas information (Finland)

    You will see the following information on the map (location information to be opened later)

    • Lavas, kodas, combs
    • Screens
    • Cooking places
    • Mountain biking trails
    • Cycling routes
    8 Profile and settings2025-02-23T09:03:37+02:00

    Profile and settings

    In settings you can:

    • View your current order and
      • change default vehicle (motorcycle / moped)
    • Open instructions in a new tab
    • Open and see what's new in the app
    • Log out of the app
    Saving and opening a route in the Bikenavi mobile app2025-02-22T08:56:31+02:00

    The saved route is immediately visible in the Bikenavi mobile app.

    Exporting a GPX file to your navigation device or application?2025-02-23T09:09:40+02:00

    GPX file transfer

    There are several ways to export a planned route to your navigation device or application using the GPX file format. See instructions on how to transfer the file to your navigation device.

    Route saving or exporting does not work2025-02-22T09:00:17+02:00

    Have you purchased a Bikanavi subscription? The free version has limited functionality.

    Where can I download the Bikenavi mobile app?2025-02-22T08:58:36+02:00

    You can download the app:

    • From AppStore

    or

    • Google Play
    Can I try Route Planning before making a purchase decision?2025-02-23T09:11:10+02:00

    Yes, you can try Route Planning by subscribing to Bikenavi in the app store. The trial lasts for 7 days when you subscribe.

    Can I navigate with the Route Planning app?2025-02-22T08:51:04+02:00

    You cannot use app.bikenavi.fi-route planning application for navigation, but With the Bikenavi mobile app navigation is successful.

    If you can't find the answer to your question, use the search. You can also contact us!

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