Cartes IGN

Cartes IGN

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Cartes IGN: Explore France with the Precision of a National Expert

The gold standard for your next French adventure. Access official topographic maps, compare historical landscapes through time, and find safe drone zones—all with total privacy and zero tracking.

Publisher

IGN - Institut national de l'information g�ographique et foresti�re

Category

Navigation

Downloads

1M+

User Rating

3.6/5

Total Ratings

900

Locales

1

A Window to France

Discover the interface used by 1M+ users.

Aerial view of a coastal French landscape from the Cartes IGN app featuring the IGN logo

Aerial view of a coastal French landscape from the Cartes IGN app featuring the IGN logo

Smartphone screen showing the Cartes IGN app with a detailed topographic map and navigation tools

Smartphone screen showing the Cartes IGN app with a detailed topographic map and navigation tools

Interface of the Cartes IGN app displaying thematic map layers and data categories for exploration in France

Interface of the Cartes IGN app displaying thematic map layers and data categories for exploration in France

Cartes IGN app interface showing an interactive map with agricultural land use details and crop identification for an artichoke field.

Cartes IGN app interface showing an interactive map with agricultural land use details and crop identification for an artichoke field.

Cartes IGN mobile app showing local points of interest on a map based on walking or driving time

Cartes IGN mobile app showing local points of interest on a map based on walking or driving time

Historical aerial photo comparison in the Cartes IGN app

Historical aerial photo comparison in the Cartes IGN app

Interface of the Cartes IGN app showing a blue walking route and estimated travel time on a topographic map

Interface of the Cartes IGN app showing a blue walking route and estimated travel time on a topographic map

A mobile app screen showing a list of saved itineraries and landmarks in the Cartes IGN app, featuring routes for Bayonne, Ile de Re, and vacation homes.

A mobile app screen showing a list of saved itineraries and landmarks in the Cartes IGN app, featuring routes for Bayonne, Ile de Re, and vacation homes.

Explore France Like a Local Expert

The tools that make this app stand out, trusted by 1M+ users.

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Official Topographic Accuracy

Go beyond generic GPS. Access the gold standard of French cartography with detailed contour lines and rural paths perfect for serious hiking and exploration.

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Landscape Time Machine

Witness history by comparing modern aerial photography with vintage archives. Perfect for genealogy enthusiasts and history buffs tracing the evolution of French villages.

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Privacy-First Navigation

Explore without being tracked. Enjoy 100% free access to official data, including drone flight zones and local curiosities, with zero data harvesting.

About the app

Everything you need to know about Cartes IGN.

Description

Cartes IGN est l'application cartographique 100% gratuite conçue par l’IGN, disponible sur mobile et tablette. Retrouvez la précision de vos cartes IGN préférées combinées à la richesse des thématiques proposées par l'IGN et ses partenaires pour explorer la France sous tous les angles. Est-ce un champ de maïs ? À quelle hauteur puis-je faire voler mon drone ? Combien y-a-t-il d’habitants dans cette commune ?... Un simple clic sur la carte interactive vous permet d’obtenir des détails sur ce qui vous entoure. Les curieux vont se régaler ! C’est nouveau ! Prenez de la hauteur et observez l’évolution des paysages français au fil du temps en comparant, tel un géographe, des photographies aériennes de différentes époques : vue du ciel, l’empreinte de l’homme sur le territoire est surprenante ! Envie de découvrir des curiosités autour de soi, en famille, dans un rayon de 2 km ? C’est très simple grâce à Cartes IGN, une application conçue pour tous, facile à prendre en main, qui propose aussi tous les outils pratiques pour vous déplacer sans être tracé : calculer un itinéraire, tracer un parcours, créer et enregistrer un point de repère, afficher sa position et la partager à ses proches… Votre prochain plan découverte commence forcément avec Cartes IGN !

Latest Version

3.4.2

Size

32.6 MB

First Released

Nov 24, 2013

Explore France with Official Precision

Get the 100% free app from the French National Institute of Geographic Information. Plan your hikes, check drone zones, and uncover history without being tracked.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Cartes IGN

Is Cartes IGN a free application?

Yes, Cartes IGN is a 100% free mapping application developed by IGN, available for mobile and tablet devices.

What mapping data does Cartes IGN provide?

Cartes IGN provides precise IGN maps, aerial photographs, and thematic data including administrative, land, agriculture, forest, and hydrography information for France.

Can I view historical aerial photographs with Cartes IGN?

Yes, Cartes IGN allows users to compare aerial photographs from different eras to observe the evolution of French landscapes over time.

How do I find information about an area on Cartes IGN?

Users click on the interactive map in Cartes IGN to obtain detailed information about their surroundings, including agricultural data or population details.

What navigation features are available in Cartes IGN?

Cartes IGN offers features to calculate itineraries, trace routes, create and save landmarks, display user position, and share position with contacts.

Does Cartes IGN help discover nearby points of interest?

Yes, Cartes IGN helps users discover curiosities and points of interest around them, within a specified radius like 2 km, suitable for family exploration.

Can I save my routes and landmarks in Cartes IGN?

Yes, Cartes IGN allows users to save their created routes and points of interest for future reference and organization.

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