On this page, we have compiled guidelines and frequently asked questions. You can use the search box or look for a suitable topic in the subject headings below.
- Download the app From AppStore or From GooglePlay
- Tea account and log in to the application
- Choose a suitable subscription duration 1, 6 or 12 months
- You can try the app For 7 days
- Please note that there is also a web-based route planning service: app.bikenavi.fi
Using the app requires an account and login.
- An account is created using an email and password.
- Account verification is done using a link sent to your email.
- After confirmation, the application is
Once you have planned your route Save to route. Routes are saved My routes tab. After saving, you have two options.
- You can open a saved route in the Bikenavi mobile app.
- You can export the route as a GPX file to the desired navigation device or application (GPX is a file format that allows you to transfer the route to another device or application).
Bike maps can be used anywhere in the world for route planning and navigation. In addition, pavement and other geographic information is available in Finland and Sweden.
Option 1: Draw freely
- Use the right mouse button to add or remove waypoints. If you are using a tablet, long press to add a point.
- You can move the points you add freely on the map and also add intermediate points to the route
1. Add the desired starting point
- On your computer, use the right mouse button.
- A long press on the tablet.
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.
Select the desired point on the map and add a waypoint.
Using the computer mouse
- Mouse on the right Click on
Without a mouse
- Windows: control + click or shift + 10
- Mac: conrol + click
Touch screen
- Press long press on the screen
Routes and directions
On your own routes you can:
- Put the route on the map
- Remove a route from the map
- Download GPX file
Imported routes you can:
- Put the route on the map
- Remove a route from the map
- Download GPX file
Instructions
- Review the guidelines
Profile
You can see in your profile
- Your own username
- Date of validity of the subscription
Means of transport
You can change your means of transport
- For motorbikes
- For bicycles
The selected means of transport is used for route planning and navigation.
Other
Feedback
- You can send feedback or report a problem using the web form.
Analytics
- You can influence the appearance of analytics
Reports
- See all the reports in the app
Language
- You can change the language of the app
Log out
- You can sign out of the app
Routes and directions
On your own routes you can:
- Put the route on the map
- Remove a route from the map
- Download GPX file
Imported routes you can:
- Put the route on the map
- Remove a route from the map
- Download GPX file
Instructions
- Review the guidelines
Profile
You can see in your profile
- Your own username
- Date of validity of the subscription
Means of transport
You can change your means of transport
- For motorbikes
- For bicycles
The selected means of transport is used for route planning and navigation.
Other
Subject:
- You can change the app to either a light (default) or dark theme.
Feedback
- You can send feedback or report a problem using the web form.
Analytics
- You can influence the appearance of analytics
Compass
- You can calibrate your compass if your bearing or position does not work properly.
Language
- You can change the language of the app
Reports
- See all the reports in the app
Log out
- You can sign out of the app
Search
You can apply for by writing to in the search field:
- Name of (Vaasa or Neste Oulunbar)
- Address of (Isokatu 10, oulu)
- Category (e.g. petrol stations)
You can also use Speed dial, so you can quickly find hotels and campsites, for example, on the map view.
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)
Metsähallitus spatial data
Vyou can make use of 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
Google Street View (street view)
You can view some of the roads in route planning using Google Street View. You can open the view with the right mouse button.
The compass shows your direction of travel. This is enabled when the heading mode is selected.
Maps
Open Street Map
OpenStreetMap (OSM) is a global map layer.
The map contains information about roads, paths, buildings and other points of interest.
Open Street Cycle Map
A cycling map layer where you can see e.g.
- Mountain bike trails
- Cycle paths
- Other routes e.g. city centre and tourist routes
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
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
The saved route is immediately visible in the Bikenavi mobile app.
Maps
Open Street Map
OpenStreetMap (OSM) is a global map layer.
The map contains information about roads, paths, buildings and other points of interest.
Open Street Cycle Map
A cycling map layer where you can see e.g.
- Mountain bike trails
- Cycle paths
- Other routes e.g. city centre and tourist routes
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
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
You cannot use app.bikenavi.fi-route planning application for navigation, but With the Bikenavi mobile app navigation is successful.
Routes function
Open the menu, you will see my and imported from your route. Select the route you want on the map by tapping it. The menu closes and the route is drawn on the map.
Active route
The active route icon indicates that a route is selected on the map.
- When you open the menu again, you will see the length of the route.
- You can also hide the route by pressing "Hide"button. Browsing the map may be easier if the route is not visible.
You can interrupt a route by pressing the Active route button and selecting "Suspend”.
You can download the app:
- From AppStore
or
- Google Play
The various facilities of the location
Press the location button to change the mode.
My location on the site
You can see your position on the map. And you can pinpoint your location.
In map view
The blue round symbol indicates your location.