Free GPX to Animated SVG Converter with Track Simplification
Instantly convert your GPX file into a stunning animated SVG vector with path-drawing animation. Perfect for hikers, cyclists, runners, and outdoor enthusiasts who want to visualize their routes. Our new animation feature brings your adventures to life!
Learn How to Create GPX Files
Perfect for hikers, cyclists, and outdoor enthusiasts. Follow our step-by-step guides to record and export your GPS tracks using free apps.
Learn how to use GPSLogger to quickly record your activities and generate GPX files on Android. Simple guide using default settings for immediate results.
Learn how to use OSMAnd's Trip Recording plugin to capture your routes, movements, and workouts. Complete guide from setup to saving your recordings as GPX files.
Upload GPX File
How It Works
Export Your GPX
Save or export a ride, run, or hike from your favorite GPS app or device (like Strava, Garmin, or Komoot).
Upload Your File
Drag and drop your GPX file into the upload area, or click to select it from your computer.
View & Download
Instantly see your animated track draw itself. Save the SVG for use in your projects or personal collection.
Experience Your Route with Stunning Animation
Watch your adventure unfold with our new path-drawing animation! Each route is visualized with a beautiful animation that shows your track as it was recorded.
Core Features
- Upload GPX files easily via drag-and-drop or file selection.
- Visualize your tracks with beautiful path-drawing animation.
- Generate scalable SVG vector graphics for versatile use.
- Customize track simplification to reduce complexity and file size.
- Toggle animation on/off to generate animated or static SVG output.
- View detailed statistics including distance, duration, and elevation changes.
- Completely free and online, no software installation required.
Why Convert GPX to SVG?
While a GPX file is great for storing GPS data, an SVG (Scalable Vector Graphic) is often better for displaying it. Here's why:
- Infinite Scalability: SVGs are vector images, meaning you can scale them to any size—from a tiny icon to a massive billboard—without losing quality. PNGs, on the other hand, become pixelated when enlarged.
- Animated Visualization: Our SVGs include beautiful path-drawing animation that brings your route to life, showing exactly how your adventure unfolded.
- Smaller File Sizes: For simple line drawings like a GPS track, an SVG file is often much smaller than a high-resolution PNG, leading to faster page loads. Plus, our track simplification feature can further reduce file size by removing unnecessary detail points.
- Flexible Animation: Choose between animated path-drawing visualization or static track display based on your needs and preferences.
- Print-Ready: The sharp, clean lines of an SVG are ideal for high-quality printing, whether for a personal memento or a professional publication.
Looking for a static map image instead?
Try our GPX to Static Map Generator for creating PNG images with OpenStreetMap backgrounds.
Go to GPX to Static MapFrequently Asked Questions
- What is a GPX file?
- A GPX (GPS Exchange Format) file is a standard format for storing GPS data. It contains waypoints, routes, and tracks from a GPS device or app.
- Is this GPX to SVG converter free?
- Yes, this tool is completely free to use. There are no hidden costs or limitations.
- Can I use the generated SVG on my website?
- Absolutely. The generated SVG is perfect for embedding in web pages. You can style it with CSS to match your site's design.
- How do you handle my data privacy?
- Your privacy is paramount. Your uploaded GPX file is processed on our server and deleted immediately after the conversion. We do not store or share your data.
- Can I see my route with animation?
- Yes! Our SVG output includes a beautiful path-drawing animation that shows your route being drawn in real-time.