City Exploration, Guided by StreetComplete

The useful part

I have already forgotten how I first came across StreetComplete, but what I do remember is that I immediately fell in love with the concept of the app. When travelling, the things that attract me the most are actually very "normal". Maybe there is a neighbourhood, maybe a lovely park, maybe a path along the river… I just follow the direction of the road and take a turn at a junction if I feel like it.

How it works

• The surface of the pavement, the sound signal at a crossing, the bin at a bus stop, the name of a store… It simply guides me to dive deeper into an area, and I can explore while completing the quests along...
• On the contrary, it is in the nooks and crannies of everyday life that I can feel the vibe of a neighbourhood, a town, or a city.
• This small community park offers the best shade during the scorching summer.
• This path along the canal has ducks and geese to guide your walk… From these small and seemingly negligible things, I feel a city comes alive.
• Gamification is a good way to encourage contributions to OSM, but for me, StreetComplete is far more than just a game.

Details worth keeping

I just really don't like those crowded and buzzing tourist attractions. This convenience store has some good samosas. That's why StreetComplete is my best travel companion.