# COTA-DL

> Amateur radio guide to German castles and fortresses for radio operations. (iPhone/iPad app by Thomas Lindner, DL2RUM.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cota-dl/id1009813886 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Thomas Lindner, DL2RUM](https://appshunter.io/developer/531394808)
- Category: Reference, Navigation
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 2 MB
- Languages: German (Germany), American English
- Released: 2015-06-30
- Data updated: 2026-08-14
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cota-dl/id1009813886/reviews.md

## What is COTA?

Diese Anwendung ist eine Hilfe für den Funkamateur, der genre von Schlössern und Burgen in Deutschland Funkbetrieb durchführen möchte. Es sind alle Burgen und Schlösser nach WCA bzw. COTA Liste tabellarisch und auf einer Karte aufgeführt.

## Key features

- List of castles and fortresses
- Map view of locations
- WCA and COTA list integration
- Radio operation assistance
- Searchable database


## Frequently asked questions about COTA

### What is COTA-DL used for?

COTA-DL is a reference application designed to help amateur radio operators locate castles and fortresses in Germany for radio operations. It lists and maps these historical sites based on WCA and COTA lists.

### Does COTA-DL have ads?

No, COTA-DL does not contain advertisements. It is a free application without any in-app purchases or ads.

### What devices is COTA-DL available on?

COTA-DL is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch devices. It is designed for iOS users.

### How often is COTA-DL updated?

The latest version of COTA-DL is 1.3.2, which was last updated on May 28, 2024. Updates are provided periodically by the developer.

### What is the age rating for COTA-DL?

COTA-DL has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for a wide range of users.

### Can I use COTA-DL offline?

The provided data does not specify offline functionality. However, as a reference app for locations, it is likely to require an internet connection for map features.

### What kind of information does COTA-DL provide about locations?

COTA-DL lists and maps castles and fortresses in Germany. It uses the WCA (World Castles Award) and COTA (Castles on The Air) lists to organize this information.

### What is the user rating for COTA-DL?

COTA-DL has a high user rating of 5.0 stars based on 2 ratings, indicating positive user satisfaction.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.3.2 — 2024-05-28

Database updated, more than 100 new entries added and deleted entries removed.

### 1.3.1 — 2023-05-02

Datenbank Update

### 1.3 — 2022-04-26

COTA/WCA Datenbank aktualisiert

### 1.2 — 2016-09-27

Dieses Update von Apple wird die Funktionalität der App verbessern. Es enthält keine neuen Features.

- COTA Datenbank aktualisiert
- Allgemeine Anpassungen an neuere Geräte und iOS

### 1.1 — 2015-07-21

* Datenbank aktualisiert
* Referenzen ohne bekannter Position werden nun trotzdem in der Tabelle gelistet

## More apps by Thomas Lindner, DL2RUM

- [CBP](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cbp/id623835095)
- [RUMlogNG2Go](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rumlogng2go/id1005575164)
- [SatPathFinder](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/satpathfinder/id6736568063)

All apps by Thomas Lindner, DL2RUM: https://appshunter.io/developer/531394808

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