# Geovelo : bike GPS — Bike routes and GPS navigation > Personalized bike GPS navigation, route planning, ride tracking, and cycling community features. (iPhone/iPad app by La Compagnie des Mobilites.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/geovelo-bike-gps/id1261357713 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [La Compagnie des Mobilites](https://appshunter.io/developer/410895261) - Category: Navigation, Travel - Price: Free - Rating: 4.70/5 from 242 App Store ratings · 88 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 15.0 · 219 MB - Languages: French (France), German (Germany), American English, Catalan, Danish, European Spanish, Finnish, Italian, Norwegian Bokmål, Dutch and 3 more - Released: 2017-11-16 - Data updated: 2026-09-01 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/geovelo-bike-gps/id1261357713/reviews.md ## What is Geovelo? Geovelo, your free GPS application, your statistics and your challenges! As a B Corp, Geovelo is part of a global community of businesses that meet high social and environmental standards - PERSONALIZED ITINERARIES & GPS The app adapts to your type of bike (classic, electric, self-service (SSB), to your travel speed and to the type of route you prefer (from the fastest to the most secure). Geovelo prioritises cycle paths, cycle lanes and low-traffic streets to ensure your comfort, safety and peace of mind. Geovelo includes a real-time guidance system (map / full screen / compass mode), with voice guidance and notifications. - STATISTICS & RECORDING Log in and save your rides to access your personalized statistics. When the Geovelo app is installed, you can start cycling around, and your routes will be automatically detected and saved. You can then view them in the app. Please note that you will need to authorise the retrieval of locations when the app is closed or in the background for this feature to work. Geovelo allows you to synchronise your cycling activity information with the Apple Health app. You can also use your Apple Watch to follow your itinerary or start a new trip. - CYCLING FACILITIES AND BIKE PARKING With its comprehensive mapping, Geovelo also allows you to quickly and easily find nearby bicycle parkings and bike racks. - COMMUNITIES & CHALLENGES Find other cyclists in your city or organisation, and connect by participating in regular activity challenges. Get on your bike every day or ride as many kilometres as you can to try and make it to the podium in your community! Note that several competitions are organised to win useful gifts for cyclists. - CYCLE ROUTES & WALKS The app also offers cycling routes (including La Vélodyssée®, Via Rhôna, La Loire à Vélo®, La Scandibérique, La Flow Vélo, Le Canal des deux Mers à Vélo, La Vélo Francette®, La Véloscénie, L'Avenue Verte London-Paris and others) as well as numerous walks to discover the local heritages & treasures - CONTRIBUTIONS & REPORTS Report any missing bike-park, problems or roadworks, dangerous roads for cyclists and much more for the benefit of the community. - PRACTICAL TOOLS The application includes many features such as the display of cycling facilities, the setting of weather alerts on your favourite routes (to advise you on a departure time according to the weather), simplified address searches, etc. - SELF-SERVICE BICYCLES Geovelo displays the availability of bikes and parking spaces (BSS) in real time! In this context, we use data provided by companies such as Bordeaux V3, Vélolib, Vélo'+, Donkey Republic, V'Lille, Velam, VéloCité, Villo, Velo2, Cristolib, Vélo'V, Le vélo, VéloCité, VélOstan'lib, Bicloo, Cy'clic, VélôToulouse, LE vélo STAR, PBSC, PubliBike V1, Yélo, Optymo, C vélo, Vélib', Vélocéa, Velopop'. - A CIVIC & VIRTUOUS APP The data created from rides recorded with the Geovelo app is anonymised and used in the context of partnerships to help territories that we work with, to analyse and improve the cyclability of their network. It will never be used for marketing purposes. In addition, Geovelo actively contributes to the mapping of cycling facilities alongside the OpenStreetMap community (an international project to create an open map). - LET'S STAY CONNECTED If you like this app, we invite you to rate it and tell others about it! Follow @geovelofr on Twitter and Geovelo on Facebook to keep up with updates, news and the community. ## Key features - Personalized GPS routes - Real-time voice guidance - Automatic ride detection and saving - Cycling facility and bike parking finder - Community challenges and leaderboards - Integration with Apple Health - Reporting of road hazards ## What do users think of Geovelo? Overall sentiment: mixed **Pros** - 👍 Great for cycling routes - 👍 Free with no ads/subscriptions - 👍 Accurate navigation - 👍 Good for finding safe routes - 👍 Uses OpenStreetMap data - 👍 User-friendly interface - 👍 Frequent map updates - 👍 Good vocal directions - 👍 Popular in Europe - 👍 Good for city rides - 👍 Quickly ditches Google Maps - 👍 Free and functional - 👍 Good for utility cycling - 👍 Intuitive and clear display - 👍 Highlights bike infrastructure - 👍 Quick map updates from OSM - 👍 Good for discovering new paths - 👍 Handles detours well - 👍 Motivates cycling - 👍 Good for planning trips - 👍 Good for discovering beautiful paths **Cons** - 🐛 Registration required - 🐛 Constant location tracking - 🐛 Navigation issues - 🐛 Speed adjuster inaccurate for mph - 🐛 Units revert to miles - 🐛 Lags and slowness - 🐛 Not available for USA - 🐛 App crashes frequently - 🐛 Registration issues - 🐛 Speed and settings lost - 🐛 Inaccurate current speed - 🐛 Contribution functionality broken - 🐛 Forced notifications - 🐛 Battery drain - 🐛 Poor search functionality - 🐛 Routes can be complicated - 🐛 Offline maps missing - 🐛 Difficulty with login - 🐛 Unusable after recent updates - 🐛 App takes up too much space - 🐛 Poor readability of map text - 🐛 GPS signal drops often - 🐛 Automatic ride generation issues - 🐛 Route planning issues - 🐛 Inaccurate fitness tracking - 🐛 Limited language support - 🐛 Not ideal for mountain biking - 🐛 French-centric routes - 🐛 Navigation too sensitive to deviations - 🐛 French terms in settings - 🐛 Slow and laggy after update - 🐛 Crashes frequently - 🐛 Battery consumption high - 🐛 Poor guidance for non-locals - 🐛 Map text size inconsistent - 🐛 3D view hides route - 🐛 Poor real-time instructions - 🐛 French interface elements - 🐛 Registration required for full use - 🐛 Inaccurate speed display - 🐛 Difficulty reporting issues - 🐛 Not good for Italy **Commonly reported bugs** - Speed adjuster for mph is whack - Units revert to miles - App crashes before opening - App constantly crashing - Constant location tracking - Navigation hangs after 1 minute - Navigation is unusable - App is slow, laggy, and drains battery - Crashes after 10 minutes of use - Average and current speed not displayed correctly - App loses chosen settings - Current speed is inaccurate - Cannot use contribution functionality - Notifications received despite being disabled - Login/authentication issues - App generates broken routes - App crashes when starting route - GPS signal drops often - Announces end of ride randomly - Ride ends after 5-10 seconds - App asks for review immediately - App suggests blocked roads for cyclists - Route recalculation fails - Route planning lags at destination selection - Inaccurate fitness tracking - Navigation voice continues after stopping - Dark mode not switching correctly - Menu in French - Map text contrast insufficient - Street name size decreases with zoom - High battery usage for short guidance - Real-time instructions delayed - App is totally useless for real-time guidance - Recalculating route most of the time - App takes up too much space - Cannot clear map cache **Most requested features** - Navigation in lockscreen - Light and dark mode for map - Offline maps - Ability to add intermediate stops - More transparency on dangerous road signals - Ability to enter address for reporting - Ability to save planned routes - Customization of text font and background color - Show current time and speed while en route - Landscape mode - Map orientation based on direction - Full menu in German - 2D view option - Offline map downloads - Clearer indication of reported segments - Ability to specify arrival address for automatic rides - More tours for rest of Europe - Apple Watch version - Better distinction between bike types - Customizable route types for different bikes - Clearer explanation of route types ## Recent user reviews (10 of 88) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/geovelo-bike-gps/id1261357713/reviews.md ### 4/5 — Plutôt cool mais… *2026-08-18* C’est avec joie que j’ai découvert que cette application existait ! Possesseur d’un vélo cargo trouver des itinéraires adapté à son gabarit c’est vraiment cool. Cependant je n’ai pas accès à mon téléphone qui est dans mon sac à dos quand j’utilise l’application, c’est à mon apple watch que je me fis uniquement et là je suis terriblement déçu car je pensais que l’on pouvait voir au moins la carte gps un peu comme apple plan, et pas seulement l’itinéraire marqué et pas toujours très compréhensible en plus d’être sans cesse mis de côté par l’application exercice de apple qui s’active toute seule et se met en affichage principal même si je veux mettre geovelo. Rien ne vaut un bon tracé bien visuel. Je serai aux anges d’avoir une mise à jour pour apple watch à ce niveau. Je suis curieux de voir si les communes peuvent améliorer les espaces cyclables car c’est un peu la croix et la bannière… il n’y a rien de plus désagréable que de se retrouver dans la circulation et se sentir frôler par des véhicules. ### 5/5 — Amazing App *2026-08-15* Took us to the safest routes! Being novice in cycling, this app really puts your mind at ease. ### 1/5 — Directions not included *2026-08-06* App can’t seem to find locations in Chicago even if I put in full address. ### 3/5 — Hoping for Activity integration *2026-07-11* Worked well enough. Clearly developed overseas and it doesn’t look like many people in my area (or country for that matter) are contributing routes yet. While it has an Apple Watch app, the read out is way too small to read and it doesn’t count your ride as an exercise session in the activity app. Will likely uninstall and check back again sometime in the future to see if more people outside of Europe are using it. ### 5/5 — Très bonne application *2026-07-11* J’ai découvert cette application par hasard alors que je cherchais une application de ce genre là. La seule chose que je reproche est qu’une fois nous créons notre itinéraire sans le faire directement mais plus tard je peut pas sauver immédiatement cet itinéraire au moins que je ne le comprends pas comment faire ### 4/5 — Heute kostenlose Version hochgeladen und der erste Test war erfolgreich. *2026-05-31* Bin zufrieden. ### 5/5 — The best for mapping bike lanes *2026-05-27* Way, way better than google maps bike view, far more up to date. This app is from France and it’s more popular in Europe, which explains why it has so few reviews on the American App Store, but it works great for me in Boston. No ads, no subscriptions! I love it. ### 1/5 — Ne fonctionne pas *2026-05-25* Aucun moyen de recevoir le code pour se brancher par courriel ### 5/5 — Pratico-pratique *2026-05-10* J’aime qu’on puisse choisir entre le trajet le plus court ou le plus sécuritaire. ### 5/5 — Kostenlos mit Top Funktion *2026-04-29* Gefällt mir sehr gut. Macht Routen, wie ich sie selber fahren würde. Für die Wunschliste: Navigation im Lockscreen anzeigen! Die Anzeige der Aufnahme ist für mich nicht relevant. ## Frequently asked questions about Geovelo ### What does Geovelo do? Geovelo offers personalized GPS navigation for cyclists, prioritizing safe routes like cycle paths and low-traffic streets. It also tracks your rides, provides statistics, helps you find cycling facilities and bike parking, and connects you with other cyclists through challenges. ### How does the GPS navigation work? The app adapts routes to your bike type, speed, and preferred route style (fastest to most secure). It provides real-time guidance with map, full-screen, and compass modes, along with voice guidance and notifications. ### Is Geovelo free to use? Yes, Geovelo is a free GPS application. The description does not mention any costs associated with its core features or any in-app purchases or subscriptions. ### What devices is Geovelo compatible with? The app is available for mobile devices and can synchronize cycling activity with the Apple Health app. It also supports using an Apple Watch to follow itineraries or start new trips. ### Can I use Geovelo for more than just navigation? Yes, beyond navigation, Geovelo allows you to log and save your rides for personalized statistics, find nearby cycling facilities and bike parking, and participate in community challenges with other cyclists. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 20260818.1756.17 — 2026-08-21 New inter-company event available! Sign up or convince your employer to challenge your colleagues on Bike For Good! ### 20260729.1659.16 — 2026-08-03 Continuous improvements and bug fixes ### 20260709.0932.14 — 2026-07-10 Continuous improvements and bug fixes ### 20260706.1646.14 — 2026-07-07 Continuous improvements and bug fixes ### 20260625.1555.13 — 2026-06-30 Continuous improvements and bug fixes ## Apps similar to Geovelo | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Guru Maps - Offline Navigation](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/guru-maps-offline-navigation/id321745474) | 4.7 (2,774) | Free | Navigation | | [Guru Maps Pro - Offline Nav](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/guru-maps-pro-offline-nav/id891362701) | 4.7 (988) | $89.99 | Navigation | | [Bikemap: Bicycle Tracker & GPS](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bikemap-bicycle-tracker-and-gps/id625759466) | 4.7 (9,511) | Free | Navigation | | [Apple Maps](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/apple-maps/id915056765) | 2.4 (51,889) | Free | Navigation | | [Google Maps](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/google-maps/id585027354) | 4.7 (7,310,696) | Free | Navigation | | [Waze Navigation & Live Traffic](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/waze-navigation-and-live-traffic/id323229106) | 4.8 (3,187,846) | Free | Navigation | ## Related topics [sunshine coast bike route](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/sunshine-coast-bike-route) · [ochre by bike](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/ochre-by-bike) · [bike shuttle mont blanc](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/bike-shuttle-mont-blanc) · [rotax bike technology ag](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/rotax-bike-technology-ag) · [san pietro avellana on bike](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/san-pietro-avellana-on-bike) · [piemontebike](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/piemontebike) · [villapiana on bike](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/villapiana-on-bike) · [bike paths barcelona](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/bike-paths-barcelona) · [profound bike parts](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/profound-bike-parts) · [mynmienskip](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/mynmienskip) · [ondago](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/ondago) · [chattanooga segway bike tours](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/chattanooga-segway-bike-tours) · [strasbourg mobilites velo](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/strasbourg-mobilites-velo) · [free bike gps](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/free-bike-gps) · [routing app bike](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/routing-app-bike) · [basilicata freetomove](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/basilicata-freetomove) · [bike map free](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/bike-map-free) · [beeline bike navigation](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/beeline-bike-navigation) · [uwb bike garage](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/uwb-bike-garage) · [iscicle](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/iscicle) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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