Pt:OpenRailwayMap/Tagging

Esta página descreve o esquema de etiquetas para o OpenRailwayMap.

O esquema de etiquetação abaixo foi desenvolvido para ser aplicado internacionalmente, por isso pode ser um pouco genérico. Alguns países possuem detalhes específicos, que podem ser consultados página de etiquetas específicas destes países.

Muitas etiquetas possuem um valor padrão que pode ser usado por aplicações quando esses valores estão ausentes. Entretanto, espera-se que estes valores estejam corretos. Você não precisará definir estes valores a menos que queira evitar conflitos com outras aplicações ou reforçar as características do objeto.

Esquema de etiquetação

Infraestrutura

Trilhos

Cada linha deve ser tratadas separadamente. Se uma ferrovia possui duas linhas, estas devem ser desenhadas com caminhos separados. A etiqueta tracks=* não é interpretada no OpenRailwayMap porque cada caminho mapeado é tratado como uma linha única.

Grupo	Chave	Valor	Propriedade	Descrição	Valor Padrão
Ferrovia	railway	rail	Linha (ativa)	Uma via que é usada regularmente.
		proposed	Linha planejada	Uma via planejada, ainda em fase de projeto (não está em construção).
		construction	Linha em construção	`construction=` pode ser usado para uma descrição mais precisa. It obtains the value usually given to `railway=`, such as `railway=construction` and `construction=narrow_gauge`.
		disused	Linha em desuso	A linha está preservada (e pode ser vista), mas não é mais usada e pode estar coberta de mato.
		abandoned	Linha abandonada	A faixa não possui mais trilhos ou sinais, mas a forma da linha (ou até mesmo seu leito), ainda pode ser visto, incluindo aterros, escavações, pontes e túneis.
		razed	Linha que foi sobreposta	Grandes trechos da via foram sobrepostos. Alguns vestígios podem ainda ser vistos, entretanto, a maior parte da rota não pode ser claramente identificada.
		narrow_gauge	Linha de bitola estreita	Uma linha com bitola mais estreita para os padrões nacionais. A bitola pode ser definida pela etiqueta `gauge=`. Para linhas de bitola mista, com três trilhos, a etiqueta `railway=rail` deve ser usada, especificando as duas bitolas com `gauge=`, separando-as com ponto e vírgula (1000;600). No Brasil, onde a maioria das linhas é de bitola métrica, considera-se estreita uma bitola menor que esta (como a "bitolinha" de 76 centímetros ou o Decauville de 60 centímetros).
		light_rail	Trem suburbano ou Metrô de superfície	Ferrovia para transporte regular de passageiros, onde circulam trens suburbanos ou metrôs de superfície. Os serviços costumam fazer ligações entre os municípios de uma Região Metropolitana As linhas possuem sinalização própria, e geralmente são eletrificadas. As composições circulam segregadas à malha urbana.
		subway	Metrô subterrâneo	Sistema de metrô subterrâneo em grandes cidades e Regiões Metropolitanas. As composições possuem seus próprios carros, são alimentadas por terceiro trilho, e trafegam quase exclusivamente no subterrâneo. Caso as linhas sejam majoritariamente na superfície, mapear com a etiqueta `railway=light_rail`. Não mapeie túneis de uma linha de superfície com esta etiqueta.
		tram	Bonde ou VLT	Sistema de superfície para tráfego de passageiros, integrado à malha urbana, podendo passar por ruas e calçadas, compartilhando o espaço com outros veículos. O sistema geralmente circula respeitando a sinalização urbana. Se um bonde ou VLT trafega por uma ferrovia comum, segregada, ela deve ser mapeada como `railway=rail` ou `railway=light_rail`. Não use esta etiqueta para representar linhas de tráfego pesado que compartilham a rua ou calçada.
		miniature	Ferrovia em miniatura	Pequenas ferrovias em parques para entretenimento ou atração turística. São sempre de bitola estreita (até 600mm).
Descrição	name	<line name>	Nome da linha	O nome da linha férrea, por exemplo, Estrada de Ferro Leopoldina - Linha do Litoral. Não use a descrição de partida e destino, como Linha Campos a Vitória, a não ser que este seja realmente o nome da linha, como a Estrada de Ferro Vitória a Minas.
	description	<line description>	Descrição da linha	A descrição da linha férrea, complementando seu nome, como por exemplo, Sorocaba - Santos ou Linha 5.
	ref	<line number>	Código de referência da ferrovia	Código de referência nacional da linha férrea. É composto pelo prefixo EF seguido de três algarismo, de forma semelhante as rodovias federais: 0XX (radiais), 1XX (longitudinais), 2XX (transversais), 3XX (diagonais), 4XX (ligações).
	railway:track_ref	<track number>	Número da linha	Número da linha dentro de um pátio de manobras.
	historic	railway	Ferrovia histórica	Deve ser usada juntamente com `railway=disused`, `railway=abandoned`, ou `railway=razed`.	no
	railway:preserved	yes/no	Linha preservada	Linhas tombadas ou que são operadas com objetivo de preservar p patrimônio histórico (veículos, edifícios, sinais). As vezes é operada por um museu ferroviário para fins de turismo, apesar de existirem linhas com transporte regular de comboios históricos.	no
Usos	usage	Atenção: Dentro de pátios ferroviários, use `usage=*` somente para as linhas principais (não para desvios, linhas de manobra, etc.). Isso também se aplica para os travessões e linhas de ultrapassagem fora dos pátios. Sempre use esta etiqueta apenas nas linhas principais.
		main	Linha principal	Linha principal, em alguns casos duplicada, eletrificada e de maior velocidade. Use esta etiqueta para estradas de ferro com tráfego denso com passagens geralmente em dois níveis. Entretanto em algumas situações, uma linha principal pode circular em meio as ruas, especialmente se for antiga.
		branch	Ramal	Ramais são linhas curtas e singelas, de baixa velocidade, com passagens geralmente em um nível. Quase sempre servem para fazer ligações entre duas ferrovias ou uma ferrovia principal e uma cidade afastada.
		industrial	Linha industrial	Lines, that serve only goods transport. Mostly in larger ports or industrial areas. Mostly owned by industrial company. As an exemption, you may use `usage=industrial` on siding and yard tracks, and crossovers in industrial areas such as harbours and mines.
		military	Linha militar	Military used tracks. Mostly between railway station and ammunition storage areas.
		tourism	Linha turística	Lines used only by tourist, often in service only during summer. Often run by museums featuring historical trains.
		test	Linha para testes	Tracks used for testing of new vehicles.
	highspeed	yes/no	Linha de alta velocidade	Is this line a high-speed line (with permissible speeds greater than 200 kph)? Such lines may have balastless/slab track and usually have no level crossings. Most of the traffic are usually long-distance passenger trains, usually dedicated high-speed trains (such as ICE, TGV or Thalys).	no
	railway:tilting	yes/no	Pendular	If this track is designed for tilting trains (used for the possibility to go through curves faster)	no
	lit	yes/no	Iluminada	Is this track lit?	no
Linha Eletrificada	electrified	yes	Eletrificada	Used for electrified tracks
		no	Não eletrificada	Used for non-electrified tracks.
		contact_line	Catenária	Used for tracks with a catenary/contact line above them.
		rail	Terceiro trilho	Used for tracks electrified by a contact rail/third rail.
		ground-level_power_supply	Alimentação pelo solo	Used for tracks electrified with ground-level power supply na Wikipédia.
	electrified:rail	top/side/bottom	Tipo do contato	The contact type of the third rail.
	deelectrified	yes	Deseletrificada	Used for tracks that were formerly electrified, but have since been removed.
		contact_line	Catenária	Used for tracks with a catenary/contact line above them.
		rail	Terceiro trilho	Used for tracks electrified by a contact rail/third rail.
	voltage	<voltage in Volts>	Voltagem	Voltage of the railway electrification system. Current Systems na Wikipédia
	frequency	<frequency in Hertz>	Frequência	Frequency of the railway electrification system. Use `0` for direct current. More information	0
	gauge	<Distance between rails in millimetres>	Bitola	Distance between rails of the track. In Europe mostly 1435mm. Track Gauge na Wikipédia	1435
Linha sobre pavimento	embedded	yes	Linha embutida	Usada para vias que estão embutidas em algum pavimento. This is often for level crossings, but it can also be seen for street running na Wikipédia, embedded slab track, or other such anomalies.
		pavement	Embutida em com pavimento rodoviário	Embedded rail where the gaps on the sides of the rail and flangeway are the same pavement material.
		metal	Embutida em barras de metal	Embedded rail where the gaps on the sides of the rail and flangeway are covered with a metal plating.
		wood	Embutida em madeira	Embedded rail where the gaps on the sides of the rail and flangeway are covered or filled with wood planks. This is an older method that's largely replaced because of rot.
		plastic	Embutida em plástico	Embedded rail where the gaps on the sides of the rail and flangeway are covered or filled with plastic.
Tipo de conexão entre trilhos	railway:rail	jointed/continuous	Conexão entre trilhos	Se o tipo a conexão entre os trilhos for feita por talas de junção na Wikipédia, use `jointed`. Se os trilhos forem conectados por solda na Wikipédia, use `continuous`.
Controle Ferroviário	railway:etcs	<ETCS-Level> / yes/no	ETCS	A linha é equipada com ETCS na Wikipédia? If so, the ETCS Level may also be specified.	no
Classe de via	railway:track_class	<track class>	Track Class	Classificação da via, de acordo com a velocidade ou tonelagem permitida. Veja Track classes na Wikipédia. Consultar documentação da RFFSA para verificar se este tipo de dado é padronizado no Brasil.
Sistema de Sinalização	railway:atc	yes/no	Automatic Train Control	Is the track equipped with Automatic Train Control na Wikipédia?	no
	railway:pzb	yes/no	PZB	Is the line equipped with PZB na Wikipédia?	no
	railway:lzb	yes/no	LZB	Is the line equipped with LZB na Wikipédia?	no
	railway:integra_signum, :evm, :aws, :gwatp, :atb, :kvb, :ls, :selcab, :ebicab, :zbs, :shp, :scmt, :alsn, :tpws, :atb-eg, :atb-ng, :atb-vv, :tvm, :bacc, :gw_atp, :crocodile, :memor, :memor2, :memor2+, :tbl1, :tbl1+, :tbl2, :rs4, :asfa, :asfa_fac, :asfa_200, :asfa_200_ave, :zub121, :eurozub, :gnt	yes/no	Other train protection systems	Is the line equipped with other train protection systems?	no
Gabarito da Via	loading_gauge	<Loading Gauge>	Gabarito de Carregamento	The allowed loading gauge,which defines the maximum size of the vehicles, see Loading gauge na Wikipédia. This tag replaces `structure_gauge=*`.
	metre_load	<metre load in tons per metre>	Carga por Metro	The maximum allowed weight per metre of rolling stock in tons per metre. Please mind that this tag is spelled in British English with "re" at the end.
	axle_load	<axle load in tons>	Carga por Eixo	The maximum allowed axle load of rolling stock in tons.
Assentamento da Via	railway:ballastless	yes/no	Via em Laje	A via é assentada sobre uma laje de concreto, sem a necessidade de lastro.	no
Sistema de Cremalheira	rack	yes/no	Cremalheiras na Wikipédia	Is the railway equipped with a rack system or not?	no
		riggenbach	Sistema Riggenbach na Wikipédia	The rack system used is the Riggenbach System.
		strub	Sistema Strub na Wikipédia	The rack system used is the Strub System.
		abt	Sistema Abt na Wikipédia	The rack system used is the Abt System.
		locher	Locher System na Wikipédia	The rack system used is the Locher System.
		riggenbach-klose	Sistema Riggenbach-Klose	The rack system used is the Riggenbach-Klose System.
		marsh	Sistema Marsh na Wikipédia	The rack system used is the Marsh System.
		von_roll	Sistema Von-Roll na Wikipédia	The rack system used is the Lamella System, also known as the Von Roll System.
Tipo de Tráfego	railway:traffic_mode	mixed	Tráfego misto	Lines are used regularly by both passenger and freight trains	mixed
		passenger	Tráfego de passageiros	Lines dedicated to passenger trains (might have some exceptions).
		freight	Tráfego de fretes	Lines dedicated to freight trains (might have some exceptions).
Velocidade Máxima	maxspeed	<Maximum speed in kph>}The maximum permissible speed in a track section (in kph). For dynamic speeds (such as signals) the highest speed limit should be tagged. Speeds for directions can be defined by `maxspeed:forward=` and `maxspeed:backward=`.	Velocidade máxima
Velocidade Máxima	maxspeed:tilting	<Permissible speed kph>}	Velocidade máxima para trens pendulares	Maximum speed for trains equipped with tilting system. Used mainly in curves, where tilting allows for greater maximum speeds. If this is dependent on other conditions, for example daylight, wind speed etc. enter the highest possible speed limit. Speeds for directions can be defined by `maxspeed:tilting:forward=` and `maxspeed:tilting:backward=`.
Serviços	service	*Warning: Use tag `service=` on all tracks, that are not main, that means for all sidings, crossovers, yard tracks, spurs etc.**
		yard	Linha de manobra	Tracks mostly in railway stations used by railway companies for assembling and disassembling of trains. Mostly numbered (use `railway:track_ref=*` ).
		siding	Linha de desvio	Track parallel to main tracks, mostly in railway stations, used for overtaking. Often there are platforms next to them. Main tracks shouldn't be tagged by `service=*`.
		spur	Ramal de Inserção	Mostly short tracks leading from railway lines to industrial areas. When there are more complicated systems of spur tracks, consider using also other tags from category `service=*`.
		crossover	Travessão	Short tracks, that are used by trains to change from one main track to the other. To be found only on double or more tracked railways. Often found in stations and at (crossover) junctions.
	railway:radio	analogue/gsm-r	Train radio	Which radio system is used on this line?	gsm-r
	operator	<operator_name>	Operadora	The operator of the track (infrastructure, not train).
	embankment	yes/no	Aterro	Is the track elevated using earth or concrete dam?	no
	cutting	yes/no	Escavado	Is the track set in lowered terrain?	no
Direção do Tráfego	railway:preferred_direction	Warning: The direction of OSM-ways DOES matter! This tag is important for routing, it tells the software which track of a multi-track line should be preferred. Not especially important in railway stations (allowed directions may change there).
		forward	Normal direction of running equal to OSM way	The normal direction of running on this track is equal to the direction of the OSM way (for multi-track lines only).
		backward	Normal direction of running against OSM way	The normal direction of running on this track is against the direction of the OSM way (for multi-track lines only).
		both	No preferred direction	There is no preferred direction of running; trains on this track run in both directions. This tag is used for single-track lines. Multi-track lines with bidirectional traffic are tagged with `forward` oder `backward`.
	railway:bidirectional	Warning: The direction of OSM-ways DOES matter! This tag is important for routing, it tells us, whether it is possible to navigate this track in wanted direction. Not especially important in railway stations (allowed directions may change there).
		regular	Regular bidirectional operation	The track is equipped with signalling in both directions and can see rail traffic in both directions.
		signals	Signalized wrong line operation	Each track of a multitrack line is equipped with signalling only in one direction. Usually trains do not use the "wrong" track. Under special circumstances like construction works on the normal track, trains can take the "wrong" track running in the opposite direction.
		possible	Falschfahrt möglich	Each track of a multitrack line is equipped with signalling only in one direction and the signals do not offer a possibility for trains to run on a track in the opposite "wrong" direction.
	start_date	<date>	Data de inauguração	The date at which a line (or a track) went into service. For information on its syntax, see `start_date=*`
	end_date	<date>	Data de encerramento	The date at which a line (or a track) went out of service. More information on its syntax is, again, available `end_date=*`
	incline	up/down/<slope>	Inclinação	The slope (inclination) of track, in its direction. This tag can either carry a numeric value or `up`/`down` More information
	railway:interlaced	yes/no	Gauntlet/interlaced track	This track is part of a Gauntlet track na Wikipédia (also known as interlaced track). Please map all involved tracks as independent OSM ways.	no
	railway:passing_prohibited	left/right/yes/both/no	Passing prohibited	Trains must not pass with other trains on the left/right/any/both neighbouring tracks on this section because there is not enough space between the tracks or the tracks are interlaced.	no
	workrules		working rules	Describes which working rules (usually a law) applies on this track. For possible values see `workrules=*`

Pontes

Can be tagged as a way, in addition to be added to a Bridge Relation to represent the entire bridge.

Chave	Valor	Propriedade	Descrição	Valor Padrão
bridge	yes/cantilever/covered/movable/trestle/viaduct	Tipo da ponte	What kind of bridge carrying the track is. Remember to create separate ways and add them to a bridge relation if the bridge span has a movable bridge at the center. If none of the defined types, enter `yes`.	no
bridge:movable	bascule/lift/swing	Tipo de ponte móvel	Only tag this if the bridge is tagged as `bridge=movable`.
layer	<layer>	Layer	To describe the vertical relationship to other bridges and features.	1
bridge:name	<Bridge name>	Nome da ponte	The name of the bridge.
image	<URL>	Imagem	The URL to an image of the bridge (If possible images from Wikimedia Commons should be used). Please only use for important bridge and not for small ones (e.g. crossing a small stream). In general it's considered useful to have an image, when there is a Wikipedia article about the bridge.
bridge:wikipedia	<language code>:<article name>	Artigo da Wikipédia	Wikipedia article about the bridge, please use the format <language code>:<article name>

Túneis

Chave	Valor	Propriedade	Descrição	Valor Padrão
tunnel	yes	Túnel	The track is in a tunnel	no
layer	<layer>	Layer	To describe the vertical relationship to other tunnels and features.	-1
tunnel:name	<Tunnel name>	Nome do túnel	Name of the tunnel
image	<URL>	Imagem	The URL of an image of the tunnel (If possible, images from Wikimedia Commons should be used).
tunnel:wikipedia	<language code>:<article name>	Artigo da Wikipédia	Wikipedia article about the tunnel, please use the format <language code>:<article name>

It is also possible to use a Tunnel Relation.

Aparelhos de Mudança de Via

In OpenStreetMap, switches are connection points of two railway tracks. They are defined by the following tags:

Chave	Valor	Propriedade	Descrição	Valor Padrão
railway	switch	Aparelho de Mudança de Via (AMV)	General tag for a railway switch. Without it, a crossing of two tracks might either be interpreted as a flat (passive) crossing or a slip switch.
ref	<Switch>	Referência	Identifier/reference number of a switch. In many cases this will be written on the corresponding switch drive or switchpoint light.
railway:local_operated	yes/no	Operação manual	Is this switch operated locally (e.g.: manually through a lever), or rather remotely operated from a signal box?	no
railway:switch:electric	yes/no	Electric drive	Is this switch operated electrically (through some kind of switch drive)?	yes
railway:radius	<Divering track radius in m>		The radius of the diverging track.
railway:maxspeed:straight	<Speed>	Permissible speed on the straight track	The maximum permissible speed (in kph) on the straight track. If using miles per hour, prefix with `mph:`.
railway:maxspeed:diverging	<Speed>	Maximum permissible speed on the diverging track.	The maximum permissible speed (in kph) on the diverging track.
railway:turnout_side	left/right	Side of Turnout	Specifies on what side of the switch the new track branches out on. Unnecessary on Three-way, Wye, and Double Slip switches. For curved turnouts, this is typically the track with a smaller curve radius (a sharper curve).
railway:switch	default	Default switch	Default switches with a straight and a curved track as well as curved switches.	default
	three_way	Three-way Switch na Wikipédia	A switch with two branching tracks, instead of the typical one.
	single_slip	Single Slip Switch na Wikipédia	A combination between a switch and a crossover, but only provides a single switching direction. X-shaped points where you can go straight or curved from one track.
	double_slip	Double Slip Switch na Wikipédia	A combination between a switch and a crossover, that provides switching in two directions unlike the Single Slip. X-shaped points where you can go straight or curved from either track.
	wye	Wye Switch na Wikipédia	A switch where the trailing ends curve symmetrically away from each other.
	abt	Abt Switch	In funiculars, an automatic switch that allows the cars to pass each other.
railway:switch:resetting	yes/no	Resetting switch	Does this switch automatically resets to a default position?
railway:switch:configuration	inside/outside	Switch Blade Location	Are the switch blades located on the inside of the switch or the outside (e.g.: Outside Slip Switch na Wikipédia.
railway:switch:movable_frog	yes/no	Movable Frog	Is the frog movable (e.g.: in a Swingnose Crossing na Wikipédia) or fixed?	no
railway:switch:heated	yes/no	Switch Heating	Is the switch being heated at temperatures below 0°C to prevent freezing?

Cruzamentos

Um cruzamento é um local onde duas linhas se encontram no mesmo nível, sem, no entanto, ser permitida a passagem para a linha adjacente.

Key	Value	Property	Description	Default value
railway	railway_crossing	Cruzamento	Cruzamentos são pontos onde existem duas linhas cruzando, uma pela outra. Use esta etiqueta no nó da conexão.

Derailers, Trap Points, Catch Points

A derailer is a device on a track to protect other tracks from an unauthorized movement by derailing it.

Key	Value	Property	Description	Default value
railway	derail	Derailer	A device placed on a track to protect the track from unauthorized movement by derailing it. In the case where a derailer is physically at the same location as a signal (`railway=signal`), they cannot be placed on the same node, as they are the signal and derailer are both values of the same key.
railway:derail	wedge	derailer	A wedge to derail vehicles which are placed in siding tracks and move unauthorized. Used in Germany and US.
	trap_point	trap point	A switch without a frog na Wikipédia, used to derail trains with pass a stop signal. Used in UK, not in Germany.
	catch_point	catch point	"Catch points used where track follows a rising gradient. They are used to derail (or "catch") any unauthorised vehicles travelling down the gradient." (Wikipedia na Wikipédia)
railway:local_operated	yes/no	Locally Operated	Is this derailer operated locally (e.g.: manually through a lever), or rather remotely operated from a signal box?	no
ref	<designation>	Designation	The name/number of the derailer used by the railroad, which is often at its lever or actuator.

Para-choque de Via

A buffer stop prevents cars from rolling past the end of a track. In most cases this device should be tagged on the end node of a track, but there are also buffer stops in the middle of a track that should be mapped on their real position instead at the end of the track.

Chave	Valor	Propriedade	Descrição	Valor Padrão
railway	buffer_stop	Para-choque de via

Track clear detectors

Train detection systems for the use of block signalling, such as an axle counter or a track circuit. They should be mapped as a node on the track.

Key	Value	Property	Description
railway	vacancy_detection	Train clear detector	A pair of devices located at the beginning and end of a signal block, with the purpose to detect the presence of a train in the block.
railway:vacancy_detection	insulated_rail_joint	Track Circuit na Wikipédia	The electrical isolation of each signal block from each other and parallel rails. When the train passes over the block, the wheel and axle completes the circuit and energizes the signal relay. This should be mapped at the relay on one end, or where the electricity is supplied at the opposite end.
railway:vacancy_detection	axle_counter	Axle Counter	Pair of devices used to compare how many axles enter and exit a signal block.

Áreas da Ferrovia

Areas used by railway companies such as stations, yards, etc.

Chave	Valor	Propriedade	Descrição	Valor Padrão
landuse	railway	Área da ferrovia	Areas used by railway companies such as stations, yards, etc.

Passagens de Nível

Level crossings are grade-level crossings of road and rail. Each crossing point is to be tagged by the following crossing tags:

Chave	Valor	Propriedade	Descrição	Valor Padrão
Note: Level crossings no longer in use may be tagged by `disused:` and `abandoned:`. (Example: `disused:railway=level_crossing`).
railway	level_crossing	Passagem de nível	A level crossing. In this scheme, there is no difference between road and footway crossings since there is not only often a smooth transition in between but also since this information can be derived from the ways involved.
crossing:barrier	half/double_half/full/gate/yes/no	Barreiras	Are there any barriers at this crossing (yes/no). Moreover the type of barriers can be stated as well: half boom gates, double half boom gates, full boom gates, gates (UK), any type of gate (`yes`), no barriers	no
crossing:light	yes/no	Sinal luminoso	Is there a warning light at the crossing?	yes
crossing:saltire	yes/no	Saltire	Does the crossing have saltires?	yes
crossing:on_demand	yes/no	On-demand crossing	Is this a level-crossing that is usually closed and is only opened on demand (German "Anrufschranke").	no
crossing:bell	yes/no	Aviso sonoro	Is there an audio warning, such as a bell?	no
crossing:chicane	yes/no	Chicane	Is there any barrier that forces pedestrians to look in both directions before reaching the actual tracks? (German Wikipedia)	no
railway:position	<Kilometer/Mile>	Position	Rounded position, such as `12.3`. Might be depicted on signals or technical buildings next to the crossing. If using miles, prefix the number with `mi:`.
railway:position:exact	<Kilometer/Mile>	Exact Position	Exact position of the level-crossing, such as `12.345`. If using miles, prefix the number with `mi:`.
railway:ref	<Number>	Designation	Internal designation of the crossing, not to be used for informal names or positions.
ref:fra_crossing	<string>	FRA Crossing Reference ID	The code by which the Federal Railway Administration refers to this crossing by in their Crossing Inventory. Only applicable in the United States.
crossing:supervision	no/camera/attendant/automatic/phone	Tipo de supervisionamento	no supervision/camera/attendant/automatic (technical equipment which checks that no vehicles/persons remain on the tracks)/phone (used on on-demand crossings)	no
crossing:activation	automatic/remote/local	Type of activation	automatic (contacts)/remote (train director)/in field (attendant/train staff)
railway:level_crossing:closure:average		average closure time	average time the crossing stays closed
railway:level_crossing:closure:min		minimum closure time
railway:level_crossing:closure:max		maximum closure time

Passagens de pedestres

Small crossings are crossings of footways and rail inside train station for passengers. Each crossing point is to be tagged by the following crossing tags:

Key	Value	Property	Description	Default value
Note: Crossings no longer in use may be tagged by `disused:` and `abandoned:`. (Example: `disused:railway=level_crossing`).
railway	crossing	Travessia de pedestres	A level crossing. In this scheme, there is no difference between road and footway crossings since there is not only often a smooth transition in between but also since this information can be derived from the ways involved.
crossing:barrier	half/double_half/full/gate/yes/no	Barriers	Are there any barriers at this crossing (yes/no). Moreover the type of barriers can be stated as well: half boom gates, double half boom gates, full boom gates, gates (UK), any type of gate (`yes`), no barriers	no
crossing:light	yes/no	Light signal	Is there a warning light at the crossing?	yes
crossing:saltire	yes/no	Saltire	Does the crossing have saltires?	yes
crossing:on_demand	yes/no	On-demand crossing	Is this a level-crossing that is usually closed and is only opened on demand (German "Anrufschranke").	no
crossing:bell	yes/no	Audio warning	Is there an audio warning, such as a bell?	no
crossing:chicane	yes/no	Chicane	Is there any barrier that forces pedestrains to look in both directions before reaching the actual tracks? (German Wikipedia)	no
railway:position	<Kilometer/Mile>	Position	Rounded position, such as `12.3`. Might be depicted on signals or technical buildings next to the crossing. If using miles, prefix the number with `mi:`.
railway:position:exact	<Kilometer/Mile>	Exact Position	Exact position of the level-crossing, such as `12.345`. If using miles, prefix the number with `mi:`.
railway:ref	<Number>	Designation	Internal designation of the crossing, not to be used for informal names or positions.
crossing:supervision	no/camera/attendant/automatic/phone	Type of supervision	no supervision/camera/attendant/automatic (technical equipment which checks that no vehicles/persons remain on the tracks)/phone (used on on-demand crossings)	no
crossing:activation	automatic/remote/local	Type of activation	automatic (contacts)/remote (train director)/in field (attendant/train staff)
railway:level_crossing:closure:average		average closure time	average time the crossing stays closed
railway:level_crossing:closure:min		minimum closure time
railway:level_crossing:closure:max		maximum closure time

Electrification System Change

For electrified railways, in addition to the tags the tracks of each electrical system get, you can also map a node for the transition point between systems.

Key	Value	Property	Description	Default value
railway	isolated_track_section	Systemtrennstelle/Schutzstrecke	The point where two different electrical sections meet. This can be either at a substation within the same electrical system, or between electrical systems. (e.g.: between Amtrak's 25Hz system and their 12.5kV 60Hz system.)

Operator Boundary

The point where the operator of a track changes (e.g. at sidings or connections between private railway companies and the national railway company.

This tag has been used for owner changes at country borders until end 2014/early 2015.

Key	Value	Property	Description
railway	owner_change	Operator change point	The point where two different operators meet each other. This implies a change in ownership of the Right of Way.
railway:name:<operator 1>	<Name>	Boundary Name	The name of this boundary point as referred to as one of the railway operators.
railway:name:<operator 2>	<Name>	Boundary Name	The name of this boundary point as referred to as the other railway operator.
railway:ref:<operator 1>	<Abbreviation>	Reference Name	The internal reference name for this boundary point as referred to as one of the railway operators. This is often an abbreviation of the above names.
railway:ref:<operator 2>	<Abbreviation>	Reference Name	The internal reference name for this boundary point as referred to as the other railway operator. This is often an abbreviation of the above names.

Operator abbrevations are derived from the common abbrevations (DB, ÖBB, CFL, NS, SNCF, FS, PKP, …) as defined in Vehicle Keeper Marking Register. All these abbreviations are written uppercase!

System border at country border

The point where the operator of a track changes due to a country border. This is usually a more significant change than owner changes inside a country because the law changes, too.

If the system and owner change is exactly the same point as the country border, the owner change node is connected both to the railway track and the border.

Key	Value	Property	Description
railway	border	system boundary	The point where two different railway systems meet each other. This implies a change in ownership of the Right of Way.
railway:name:<operator 1>	<Name>	Boundary Name	The name of this boundary point as referred to as one of the railway operators.
railway:name:<operator 2>	<Name>	Boundary Name	The name of this boundary point as referred to as the other railway operator.
railway:ref:<operator 1>	<Abbreviation>	Reference Name	The internal reference name for this boundary point as reffered to as one of the railway operators. This is often an abbreviation of the above names.
railway:ref:<operator 2>	<Abbreviation>	Reference Name	The internal reference name for this boundary point as reffered to as the other railway operator. This is often an abbreviation of the above names.

Operator abbrevations are derived from the common abbrevations (DB, ÖBB, CFL, NS, SNCF, FS, PKP, …) as defined in Vehicle Keeper Marking Register. All these abbreviations are written uppercase!

Signals

Kilometer Signs/Mileposts

Signs designed to measure the length of a railway line. They should be entered as nodes on the tracks themselves. If the railway line has more than one track, it should be entered on each track. Only through tracks should be tagged, as that is what the signs measure (e.g.: do not tag sidings).

Key	Value	Property	Description	Default value
railway	milestone	Unit Sign	Sign or post for measuring the length of a railway line.
railway:position	<Value of sign, such as `40.6`>	Milepost Value	Rounded number displayed on the sign, separated with `.`. In Germany, for example, this is the number, a decimal point, and then the first digit of the lower number. Negative values are permitted. If using miles, prefix the number with `mi:`.
railway:position:exact	<Value of sign, such as `40.625`>	Exact Milepost Value	Exact number displayed on the sign, separated with `.`. In Germany, for example, this is the number followed by a decimal point, and then a 3-digit number in the lower corner. Negative values are permitted. If using miles, prefix the number with `mi:`.
railway:milestone:emergency_brake_override	yes/no	Emergency Brake Override	Is there a mark on the sign to indicate changes to Emergency Brake usage? (e.g.: In Germany, this is an orange band.)	no
railway:milestone:emergency_brake_override:direction	forward/backward	Direction of Emergency Brake Override	The direction of the OpenStreetMap way for which the mark applies.	no
railway:milestone:catenary_mast	yes/no	Catenary Pole	Is the milepost attached to a catenary Pole	no

Signals

Signals are tagged as a point on the track. So it is clear which track they belong to. It is recommended to see country-specific tagging to use the specific tagging scheme for your country.

Important Hint: If a signal is tagged between two OSM-ways, both ways have to have the same direction. So it is possible for applications to detect the correct position.

Key	Value	Property	Description
Note: Disused and abandoned signals can be mapped by adding `disused:` or `abandoned:`. (Example: `disused:railway=signal`).
`railway`	`signal`	signal	a signal
`ref`	`signal designation`	signal designation	The name or designation of a signal.
`railway:position`	distance value, such as `40.6`	distance	The rounded distance position of a signal. If using miles, prefix the number with `mi:`.
`railway:position:exact`	distance value, such as `40.625`	exact distance	The exact (three-place) distance position of a signal. If using miles, prefix the number with `mi:`.
`railway:signal:position`	`left/right/bridge/overhead/in_track`	location	Indicates the location of the signal in references to the track. `bridge` means the signal is located on a signal gantry overhead the track. `left` or `right` determines on which side of the track the signal is located, in reference to the way direction in OpenStreetMap. `overhead` means a signal is attached to the catenary and `in_track` is intended for signals in the middle of the track - such as one attached to a buffer stop.
`railway:signal:direction`	`forward/backward/both`	direction of displaying	Determines how you have to drive to have a view on the signal. Values are in reference to way direction in OpenStreetMap.
`railway:signal:catenary_mast`	`yes/no`	catenary mast	Is the signal attached to a catenary mast?

These tags really only describe a single signal location. The tags below can be used to specify what type of signal it is:

The tagging scheme for signals is designed to use as few tags as possible.

The tag structure for signals is as follows:

railway:signal:CATEGORY=TYPE

for the exact type of signal. CATEGORY is a signal category (e.g. main, speed, distant, …) of the table below. TYPE is the country-specific name of the signal or the abbreviation. When unknown, even yes can be entered, with more specific tagging being preferred. To prevent ambiguities, the code should be prefixed with a country code according to ISO 3166-2 (e.g.: US:<name>). If no uniform naming system is in place in a country, the generic name for this signal should be used in lowercase. Example: railway:signal:main=AT:hauptsignal, railway:signal:main=DE:hp, or railway:signal:main=US:main.

You can add detailed properties of the signal by tags following this scheme:

railway:signal:CATEGORY:PROPERTY=VALUE

PROPERTY is a predefined property of the table below.

List of signal categories:

Type	Name	Description
`main`	Main signal	A signal that gives the permission to enter a station, leave a station or enter the next block section of a track. A main signal controls mainline and shunting movements and indicates the clearness of a track up to the next signal.
`main_repeated`	Duplicated signal	A signal to indicate the state of the main signal. Not to be confused with a Distant signal.
`distant`	Distant signal	A distant signal is placed at braking distance from a main/combined signal and indicates the aspect of the following signal to ensure that a train can stop before reaching the main/combined signal.
`minor`	Minor signal	A signal with a lower priority than main signal. In most cases they are used inside stations to protect occupied sections or control low speed (shunting) movements. It does not require any distant signal and applies to both mainline and shunting movements.
`minor_distant`	Minor Distant signal	A Distant signal for Minor signals.
`combined`	Combined signal	A signal that combines the function of a main and a distant signal. It indicates the state of the next two block sections and is valid for all train movements.
`shunting`	Shunting signal	A signal that controls low speed shunting movements inside stations. It does not apply to mainline movements.
`crossing`	Level crossing signal	A signal that indicates that the technical equipment (lights, barriers, bells) of a level crossing is active to warn automobile drivers about an approaching train.
`crossing_distant`	Level crossing distant signal	A signal which notifies the train driver to attend a level signal which will follow.
`crossing_info`	Level crossing marker board	A signal which describes the level crossing. It is usually mounted next to the level crossing and shows information like the current position (kilometre/miles) or the crossing number.
`crossing_hint`	Level crossing announcement board	A signal which notifies about a level crossing he will reach soon.
`electricity`	Catenary signal	A signal for electric locomotives indicating when and where the pantograph or other collector needs to be lowered. (e.g.: between different electrical systems.)
`humping`	Hump yard signal	This signal controls the speed of locomotives pushing cars towards the hump.
`speed_limit`	Speed Limit indicator	A signal that displays the maximum permissible speed in a track section.
`speed_limit_distant`	Distant Speed Limit indicator	A signal indicating an upcoming speed limit change.
`whistle`	Horn signal	A signal indicating the operator should use the horn.
`ring`	Bell signal	A signal indicating the operator should use the bell.
`route`	Route indicator	A signal that indicates the set up route.
`route_distant`	Route Change Distant	A signal indicating an upcoming route indicator.
`wrong_road`	Wrong Road signal	A signal indicating the movement to a track that normally would have traffic in the oncoming direction.
`stop`	Stop post / Stop Board	In general, this signal marks a position on a track, where a train needs to stop. In most cases it indicates the position where a passenger train should stop at a platform. On branch lines with simplified operational rules, this signal may also be used to mark a position where a train has to stop to wait for a permission to proceed.
`stop_demand`	Stop-on-demand indicator	A signal at small halts that is operated by waiting passengers to visualize their demand for a stop of the next train.
`station_distant`	Upcoming Station	A signal indicating an upcoming station.
`radio`	Radio Change	A signal providing instructions on radio usage.
`departure`	Departure signal	A signal indicating that a passenger train is ready to leave the station.
`resetting_switch`	Resetting Switch signal	A signal indicating the status of a resetting switch.
`resetting_switch_distant`	Resetting Switch Distant	A signal indicating an upcoming resetting switch.
`snowplow`	Snowplow signal	A signal that give instructions to vehicles with a snowplow. In most cases they are placed to warn the crew to raise the snowplow to avoid hitting any obstructions such as level crossings or bridges.
`short_route`	Short entry indicator	A signal which shows the train driver that he has to stop earlier than usual (usual = exit signal). Used if the train drives into a dead-end signal or joins another train.
`brake_test`	Signal used for break tests	This signal supports the communication between the train driver and the personnel checking the breaks.
`fouling_point`	Clear-of-points marker/Track contact marker	A signal that indicates up to which limit a track may be occupied to avoid collisions and malfunctions of signals and switches.
`helper_engine`	Signals related to helper engines	A signal giving instructions for helper engines at steep railroad lines (e.g. in mountain areas).
`train_protection`	Signals related with train protection system topics	Signals of this category show beginning/end of railway sections with a specific or any train protection system. This category also covers the signals (usually signs) mounted along railway lines with cab signalling. This section has been replacing the old sections lzb and lzb_start since 2014.
`steam_locomotive`	Signals related to steam locomotives	Signals that give instructions to the staff of steam locomotives.

List of signal properties:

Property	Name	Description
`form`	Display/Style	The physical format of the signal: (`semaphore`), (`light`) or (`sign`).
`deactivated`	Signal Activity	Is the signal still operational? Either (`yes`) or (`no`).
`height`	Signal Height	Height design of signal: either (`dwarf`) or (`normal`). Alternatively, you can specify the exact height measurement.
`states`	Signal Aspects	For variable signals, a list of possible signal aspects, each separated by a semicolon (e.g.: `clear;aproach_limited;limited_clear;approach_medium;...`).
`shortened`	Shortened Braking Distance	Is the signal placed closer than usual to the next signal? Either (`yes` or `no`).
`repeated`	Repeater signal	When a main/combined signal is not visible from distance (e.g. because of track curves), a repeater is installed to repeat the aspect of the main/combined signal. Use `yes` to mark these signals, otherwise use `no` or omit this tag.
`frequency`	Frequency	When activated, the frequency reading of the signal in Hertz (Hz).
`voltage`	Voltage	When activated, the voltage reading of the signal in Volts (V).
`speed`	Signal Speed	The displayed signal speed in Kilometers/Hour. For values in Miles/Hour, it is necessary to prefix it with `mph`.
`function`	Signal Function	The exact function of the signal, such as an Entry Signal (`entry`), Exit Signal (`exit`), Block Signal (`block`) or Intermediate Signal (`intermediate`). In the past, the deprecated value `between` was used for intermediate signals.
`caption`	Additional Text	Additional text specified on a signal. This tag was merged with the deprecated `description`, which was in use until 2014.
~~`marker_light`~~	~~Marker Light~~	~~Does the signal have a special light to show that it temporarily is invalid? Either (`yes` or `no`).~~ Deprecated and moved to DE:OpenRailwayMap/Tagging in Germany.
`only_transit`	Valid only for Passing Trains	Does the signal only apply to trains that go through the following breakpoint/station? Either (`yes`) or (`no`).
`substitute_signal`	Substitute Signal	A signal added to another signal, and indicates the behaviour in cases of failures of the actual signal. Also known as caution signal. For example the train may pass the signal at low speed and must be prepared to stop at any obstacle. Either (`yes`) or (`no`).
`twice`	Double Signal	Is the signal instruction to be carried out twice? Either (`yes` or `no`).
`type`	Subtype or order	The subtype of a signal or what has to be down at/after this signal.
`for`	Vehicle type	Specifies for which types of vehicles this signal is valid. This can be multiple units (`multiple_unit`) or locomotives (`locomotive`). This tag can also be used for specifying locomotive classes or the type of traction (steam, diesel, electric, ...).
`shape`	Signal shape	Can be used to distinguish signals that are visually distinct, but have otherwise identical tagging. Used e.g. for different generations of German H/V light signals.

For specific tagging of certain signals in a specific country, refer to the Country-specific tagging section. These pages are currently a work-in-progress.

Multiple signals at the same location

If multiple signals are placed at the same location, usually at the same pole, all information should be put on the same node.

This cannot be used if a pole has different signals for opposite directions on the same pole, as getting the tagging for each direction correct is cumbersome and parsing them correctly would require complicated code. The solution is to use 2 nodes close to each other that have the information for one direction.

There however is a shortcut tagging that can be used in some well defined cases:

if the signal is exactly the same for both directions one can use railway:signal:direction=both

if the signals given in both directions are of the same type, but show different aspects (this usually happens only for signs): one can add an additional :backward to the type, and override specific aspects of the signal as needed. It is important to add an explicit :backward version of the signal type tag as a marker for the parser that this is a two-sided signal.

Example for the shortcut tagging:

This means there is a snowplow sign to the right of the track, showing "snowplow up" for the forward direction. The same signal also affects the backward direction, showing "snowplow down" in that case.

Other tags could also be overridden as needed:

All tags not explicitly overridden with :backward will apply to both direction. A value cannot be "deleted" with this. One can however invert the signal direction and only add the specific tag to the other direction:

The stop sign has no caption in forward direction, but the caption "200m" in opposite direction.

Interlocking

Signal box

Signal boxes can be mapped as either a node of an area.

Key	Value	Property	Description	Default value
Note: Disused and abandoned signal boxes can be mapped by adding `disused:` or `abandoned:`. (Example: `disused:railway=signal_box`).
railway	signal_box	Interlocking	A railway building where railway traffic is controlled via signal commands. Easily recognizable by their tower-like appearance, with a sign or label on the outside. Becoming less used as signal control is centralized.
railway:signal_box	mechanical	Mechanical Interlocking	A mechanical interlocking system where signals are operated mechanically with levers.
	electric	Electrical/Electromechanical Interlocking	An interlocking system that controls the signals electrically, regardless if the signals themselves are electrical or mechanical.
	track_diagram	Track Diagram Interlocking	An interlocking system where a diagram of the track it covers is mapped on a large display panel, and switches or buttons are placed in correspondance to signal position on the map. In North America, this is usually done through a centralized dispatching office and called Centralized Traffic Control, or CTC.
	electronic	Electronic Interlocking	A fully computer-controlled interlocking system. The job is either done automatically or through a logic software run by a computer.
name	<interlocking name>	Interlocking Name	The name of the interlocking. For example, for German Interlockings, it could be "Neuss Ngf" or "Holzheim ESTW-A".
railway:ref	<Interlocking Reference>	Interlocking Code	The railway interlocking abbreviation. For example, "BROOK" for BROOK Interlocking.
operating_times	<syntax like `opening_hours=*`>	operating times	When is the signal box manned (i.e. when do employees interlock switches and signals)?
start_date	<date>	Date of opening	Date the Interlocking Tower was put into service. For formatting, see `start_date=*`.
end_date	<date>	Date of closing	Date the Interlocking Tower was taken out of service. For formatting, see `end_date=*`.
railway:position	Value	Position	See Milepost section above.
railway:position:exact	Value	Exact position	See Milepost section above.
image	<URL>	Image	The URL of an image of the interlocking, from (am besten von Wikimedia Commons).
railway:local_operated	yes/no	Locally Operated	Is the Interlocking Tower operated manually by an employee, or controlled automatically from somewhere else?	yes
building	yes	Building	Is the interlocking mapped as an area?

Interlocking range

In addition, a relation is created for each interlocking. This is to cover the area controlled by the Interlocking Tower.

Key	Value	Property	Description
type	railway	railway relation	Flags this relation as being a railway relation.
railway	interlocking	Control Area	A relation that captures the area in which the Interlocking Tower controls. (The tag `railway=controlled_area` is deprecated)
name	<interlocking name>	Interlocking Name	The name of the interlocking.
railway:ref	<interlocking reference>	Interlocking reference	The abbreviation or reference code for the interlocking.

In the relation itself, the following members should be included:

Role	Count	Feature	Description
<empty>	1	Interlocking Tower	The Interlocking Tower shouldn't be given a role, but should be included.
facility	>=1	Operating Points	Operating Sites's relations should be given this role.. See the explanation of what they are if you are unsure what this means.
signal_box	>=0	Remote Interlockings	Other interlockings (with their relation) that are controlled by this interlocking tower should be given this role., as they are part of this interlocking's control area.
crossing	>=0	level_crossings	Level Crossings that are controlled by the Interlocking Tower should be given this role.. Do not include manually operated or fully automatic level crossings here.
signal	>=0	Signal	Signals controlled by the interlocking should be given this role.
switch	>=0	Switch	Switches controlled by the interlocking should be given this role.

Crossing box

Crossing boxes can be mapped as either a node of an area (the building). Crossing boxes are buildings where crossing keepers (also known as crossing attendants) stay. We do not map if a level crossing is staffed temporarily because it is defect.

Key	Value	Property	Description
Note: Disused and abandoned crossing boxes can be mapped by adding `disused:` or `abandoned:`. (Example: `disused:railway=crossing_box`).
railway	crossing_box	Crossing box	A railway building where the crossing attendant stays. This buildings are usually one or two levels high and next to the level crossing because the attendant has to observe it.
name	<crossing (box) name>	Crossing (Box) Name	The name of the crossing box.
operating_times	<syntax like `opening_hours=*`>	operating times	When is the crossing box manned (When do employees close the gates if a train approaches? When do train drivers not have to close the gates by theirselves?)?
start_date	<date>	Date of opening	Date the crossing box was put into service. For formatting, see `start_date=*`.
end_date	<date>	Date of closing	Date the crossing box was taken out of service (e.g. due to closure of the level crossing or installation of automatic barriers. For formatting, see `end_date=*`.
railway:position	Value	Position	See Milepost section above.
railway:position:exact	Value	Exact position	See Milepost section above.
image	<URL>	Image	The URL of an image of the interlocking, from (am besten von Wikimedia Commons).
building	yes	Building	Is the crossing box mapped as an area?

Block Post

Block posts is a signal box building, where a railway employee manually operates block signalling. Block posts are mapped as a node or an area (the building).

If the employee also operates a level crossing, its building is mapped as a block post, not as a crossing box.

Key	Value	Objekt	Beschreibung
Note: Disused and abandoned block posts can be mapped by adding `disused:` or `abandoned:`. (Example: `disused:railway=blockpost`).
railway	blockpost	block post	A building where the railway company employee works. It is a signal box. Ein Bahngebäude, in dem sich der Blockwärter aufhält und den Streckenblock bedient. This buildings are usually one or two levels high. They are often not in the near of level crossings.
name	<block post name>	block post name	The name of the block post.
operating_times	<syntax like `opening_hours=*`>	operating times	When is the signal box manned (i.e. when do employees interlock switches and signals)?
start_date	<date>	Date of opening	Date the crossing box was put into service. For formatting, see `start_date=*`.
end_date	<date>	Date of closing	Date the block post was taken out of service (e.g. due to removal of the block signals or installation of automatic block signalling. For formatting, see `end_date=*`.
railway:position	Value	Position	See Milepost section above.
railway:position:exact	Value	Exact position	See Milepost section above.
image	<URL>	Image	The URL of an image of the interlocking, from (am besten von Wikimedia Commons).
building	yes	Building	Is the block post mapped as an area?

Operating Sites

For English speakers, there is no real equivalent for the German term "Betriebsstelle", or Operating Sites. Since this scheme is made by Germans, it is important for mappers to understand what it means. "Betriebsstelle" in German is a railway engineering term that refers to locations on the railroad where special infrastructure is installed; this means Junctions, both Freight and Passenger Stations, among other things described in the section below. From herein, the word Betriebsstelle will not be used.

Operating Sites are to be mapped as a node in the center of the site. Optionally (though recommended for information's sake), a relation can be used to encompass the entire site, which is described in the section below.

An overview for the way Operating Sites should me mapped is included below:

The purpose of including Operating Sites is that they are needed in positioning a label on the map, to be used as a destination for routing applications, or to be used as a search result.
- Normally, it is mapped as a node at the geographical center of the Operating Site.
- Since the point of the node is for routing purposes, it can be acceptable to map the node somewhere else if placing it at the geographical center of the Operating Site will have adverse affects. Example: The geographical center is in the middle of water or a forest, or other such area.

When mapping the area of the Operating Point through the appropriate relation, use the following standards:
- Track towards an Operating Point (in the case of a Station) should start at the entry signals, signs on the track announcing the station, or the switch it originates from. For non-stations, use analogous landmarks to determine this.
  - In North America, knowing where to differentiate this could be a bit nebulous. Still, try and keep with the logic structure.
- For the area perpendicular to the track(s), the outer limits should the boundary of the railway property.
- At least tracks, platforms, engine sheds, station buildings, signal facilities, and loading facilities should be included. Other facilities such as parking can be added at discretion of the mapper.

Additionally, you should map Stop Positions. These are then included in the aforementioned Operating Site relation. Interlockings are not Operating Sites.

Milepost information is not to be included in the Operating Site relation.

Áreas de Operações Ferroviárias

Estações e Paradas

Tag the using node in middle of the station/halt, NOT on the way representing the track.

If a station is composed of two or more operational independent stations (e.g. two companies' station side-by-side, strictly separated, they should be mapped as two stations, each one should have its own node. For example, see Berlin Zoologischer Garten (S-Bahn/light rail in the north-west and heavy rail in the south-east). Stations which are operational part of another (mostly large) station are mapped as independent station and connected to their parent station using operation site relations. For example, see Köln Hansaring, which belongs to Köln Hbf (Cologne Central Station).

Chave	Valor	Propriedade	Descrição	Valor Padrão
Note: Disused or abandoned stations can be mapped using `disused:` and `abandoned:` (For exmple: `disused:railway=station`).
railway	station	Estação	Place with at least one switch, where trains begin, end, cross, turn, end etc. Used for all stations with access for passengers. This can be passenger-only stations, but also stations that are used for passenger traffic and freight traffic or internal purposes.
	halt	Parada	Use this for railway "stations", that don't have any switches. Can be difficult to decide, whether to use halt or station. For that decision, mind presence of station building or see official name of the "station".
	tram_stop	Parada de bonde	Stop point for trams.
subway	yes	Estação de metrô	This is a subway station. The tagging scheme does not have a distinction between train and subway stations.	no
public_transport	station	Estação	Use this for tagging using the new public transport scheme Public-Transport-Schema. Only stations with passenger transport are described in this scheme.
name	<station name>	Nome da estação	Name of the station. Use the name on the signs on the station building or at platforms, for example "Köln Hbf".
railway:ref	<station code>	Código da estação	The code used for the station. In North America, this might be something like `NYP` for New York Penn Station or `OSB` for Old Saybrook Station if it's an Amtrak station. In Germany, the Ril 100 code would be something like `KN` for Neuss Hbf. Abbreviations used by companies other than the operator can be tagged using `railway:ref:(company)=*`.
uic_ref	<numberr>	UIC reference number	Number of the station according to UIC.
uic_name	<name>	UIC name	Name of the station according to UIC.
railway:station_category	<station_category>	Sttion category	Category of the station, in Germany see Details.
operator	<operator_name>	Operadora	Operator of the station.
network	<network_name>	Rede	Name of the network the station belongs to.
operating_times	<syntax like `opening_hours=*`>	operating times	When is the station manned (i.e. when do employees interlock switches and signals)? This tag does not cover opening hours of ticket counters.
start_date	<date>	Data de abertura	Date the station was put into service. For formatting, see `start_date=*`.
end_date	<date>	Data de fechamento	Date the station was taken out of service. For formatting, see `end_date=*`.
image	<URL>	Imagem	The URL of an image of the station (If possible, images from Wikimedia Commons should be used).
ele	<number>	Altitude	Elevation of the station in metres.
wikipedia	<country_abbr>:<article name>	Artigo da Wikipédia	Article on Wikipedia. Tag the key in the format <country_abbreviation>:<Article name>, for example "wikipedia=en:London King's Cross railway station".

Pátio de Triagem/Pátio de Classificação/Pátio de Frete/Estação de Frete

Essentially, a railway station used only for freight. It should be mapped at the center of the facility, NOT on the way representing the track.

Key	Value	Property	Description
Note: Disused or abandoned stations can be mapped using `disused:` or `abandoned:` (For example: `disused:railway=yard`).
railway	yard	Freight Yard	Essentially, a railway station for freight. This includes yards that don't involve the loading or unloading of freight.
name	<name>	Name	The full name of the freight yard, such as Oak Point Yard.
railway:ref	<yard code>	Yard Code	The reference code for the yard (see also passenger stations). Abbreviations used by companies other than the operator can be tagged using `railway:ref:(company)=*`.
operator	<operator>	Operator	The operator of the yard.
operating_times	<syntax like `opening_hours=*`>	operating times	When is the freight station manned (i.e. when do employees interlock switches and signals)?
start_date	<date>	Date of opening	Date the yard was put into service. For formatting, see `start_date=*`.
end_date	<date>	Date of closing	Date the yard was taken out of service. For formatting, see `end_date=*`.
image	<URL>	Image	The URL of an image of the yard (If possible, images from Wikimedia Commons should be used).
ele	<number>	Elevation	Elevation of the yard in metres.
wikipedia	<country_abbr>:<article name>	Wikipedia article	Article on Wikipedia. Tag the key in the format <country_abbreviation>:<Article name>, for example "wikipedia=en:Oak Point Yard".

Estação de Serviço

A railway station used by railway employees only, and is not normally accessible by passengers of freight traffic. Often, these are for maintenance facilities, but there are a number of other uses. It should be mapped at the center of the station, NOT on the way representing the track.

Chave	Valor	Propriedade	Descrição
Note: Disused or abandoned stations can be mapped using `disused:` or `abandoned:` (For Example: `disused:railway=service_station`).
railway	service_station	Estação de serviço	A railway station only used by railway employees
name	<name>	Nome	Name of the station.
railway:ref	<station code>	Código da estação	The code used for the station. In North America, this might be something like `NYP` for New York Penn Station or `OSB` for Old Saybrook Station if it's an Amtrak station. In Germany, the Ril 100 code would be something like `KN` for Neuss Hbf. Abbrevations used by companies other than the operator can be tagged using `railway:ref:(company)=*`.
operator	<operator>	Operadora	The operator of the yard.
operating_times	<syntax like `opening_hours=*`>	operating times	When is the station manned (i.e. when do employees interlock switches and signals)?
start_date	<date>	Data de abertura	Date the station was put into service. For formatting, see `start_date=*`.
end_date	<date>	Data de fechamento	Date the station was taken out of service. For formatting, see `end_date=*`.
image	<URL>	Imagem	The URL of an image of the station (If possible, images from Wikimedia Commons should be used).
ele	<number>	Altitude	Elevation of the station in metres.
wikipedia	<country_abbr>:<article name>	Artigo da Wikipédia	Article on Wikipedia. Tag the key in the format <country_abbreviation>:<Article name>, for example "wikipedia=en:London King's Cross railway station".

Junção

The junction between two railways. It should be mapped at the center of the station, NOT on the way representing the track.

Key	Value	Property	Description
Note: Disused or abandoned stations can be mapped using `disused:` or `abandoned:` (For Example: `disused:railway=junction`).
railway	junction	Railway Junction	A place on a railway where another route branches off of it.
name	<name>	Name	Name of the junction.
railway:ref		Junction Code	The reference code the railway uses to refer to the junction. Abbreviations used by companies other than the operator can be tagged using `railway:ref:(company)=*`.
operator	<operator>	Operator	The operator of the junction.
start_date	<date>	Date of opening	Date the junction was put into service. For formatting, see `start_date=*`.
end_date	<date>	Date of closing	Date the junction was taken out of service. For formatting, see `end_date=*`.
image	<URL>	Image	The URL of an image of the Junction (If possible, images from Wikimedia Commons should be used).
ele	<number>	Elevation	Elevation of the junction in metres.
wikipedia	<country_abbr>:<article name>	Wikipedia article	Article on Wikipedia. Tag the key in the format <country_abbreviation>:<Article name>, for example "wikipedia=en:Fresh Pond Junction".

Travessão

A crossover is a pair of switches that allows trains to transfer to parallel track of a multitrack line or from a single track section to a double track section of the same line. It is mapped as a node in the center of the crossover facility, but not as a node on a track.

Additionally the crossover track is being tagged with service=crossover to mark its function.

Key	Value	Property	Description
Note: Disused and abandoned crossover can be mapped by adding the prefix `disused:` or `abandoned:` (example: `disused:railway=crossover`).
railway	crossover	Crossover	A pair of switches that allows a train to switch to a parallel track.
name	<name of crossover>	Name of crossover	The name of a crossover.
railway:ref		Crossover Code	The reference code the railway uses to refer to the crossover. Abbreviations used by companies other than the operator can be tagged using `railway:ref:(company)=*`.
operator	<operator>	Operator	The operator of the crossover.
start_date	<date>	Date of opening	Date the crossover was put into service. For formatting, see `start_date=*`.
end_date	<date>	Date of closing	Date the crossover was taken out of service. For formatting, see `end_date=*`.
image	<URL>	Image	The URL of an image of the crossover (If possible, images from Wikimedia Commons should be used).
ele	<number>	Elevation	Elevation of the crossover in metres.
wikipedia	<country_abbr>:<article name>	Wikipedia article	Article on Wikipedia. Tag the key in the format <country_abbreviation>:<Article name>, for example "wikipedia=en:Fresh Pond Junction".

Desvio

A siding is a operting site, where a spur forks from a railway line.

Key	Value	Property	Description
Note: Disused and abandoned sidings can be mapped by adding the prefix `disused:` or `abandoned:` (example: `disused:railway=spur_junction`).
railway	spur_junction	siding	The position where a spur forks from a main line.
name	< name of the siding>	name of the siding	name of the siding
railway:ref		Siding Code	The reference code the railway uses to refer to the siding. Abbreviations used by companies other than the operator can be tagged using `railway:ref:(company)=*`.
operator	<operator>	Operator	The operator of the siding.
start_date	<date>	Date of opening	Date the siding was put into service. For formatting, see `start_date=*`.
end_date	<date>	Date of closing	Date the siding was taken out of service. For formatting, see `end_date=*`.
image	<URL>	Image	The URL of an image of the siding (If possible, images from Wikimedia Commons should be used).
ele	<number>	Elevation	Elevation of the siding in metres.
wikipedia	<country_abbr>:<article name>	Wikipedia article	Article on Wikipedia. Tag the key in the format <country_abbreviation>:<Article name>, for example "wikipedia=en:Fresh Pond Junction".

Outras Áreas de Operação Ferroviária

Any Operating Site not covered above (e.g. movable bridges). Note that Interlocking Towers ARE NOT Operating Sites. It should be mapped at the center of the site, NOT on the way representing the track.

Key	Value	Property	Description
Note: Disused or abandoned stations can be mapped using `disused:` or `abandoned:` (For Example: `disused:railway=site`).
railway	site	Railway Site	An Operating Site. Note that Interlocking Towers ARE NOT Operating Sites.
name	<name of crossover>	Site Name	The name of the site.
railway:ref		Site Code	The reference code the railway uses to refer to the site. Abbreviations used by companies other than the operator can be tagged using `railway:ref:(company)=*`.
operator	<operator>	Operator	The operator of the site.
operating_times	<syntax like `opening_hours=*`>	operating times	When is the operating site manned (i.e. when do employees interlock switches and signals)?
start_date	<date>	Date of opening	Date the site was put into service. For formatting, see `start_date=*`.
end_date	<date>	Date of closing	Date the site was taken out of service. For formatting, see `end_date=*`.
image	<URL>	Image	The URL of an image of the site (If possible, images from Wikimedia Commons should be used).
ele	<number>	Elevation	Elevation of the site in metres.
wikipedia	<country_abbr>:<article name>	Wikipedia article	Article on Wikipedia. Tag the key in the format <country_abbreviation>:<Article name>, for example "wikipedia=en:Fresh Pond Junction".

Posição de Parada

This is not neccisarily required, but can help routing significantly in the absence of other information. If you know where they are, map them. Tagging is based off of the Public Transport Schema, but was expanded to cover non-public transit as well. This should be mapped as a node ON the way of the track.

On stations and halts (whether with or without passenger trains stopping there) every track which may be tagged with usage=* should get a node with railway=stop. In addition, every track with a platform should get a node with railway=stop. If there is a node with public_transport=stop_position already, add railway=stop to this node.

On sidings one node per track before and after the siding should be tagged with railway=stop. The same applies for crossovers.

You can use following tags for stop positions:

Key	Value	Property	Description	Default value
public_transport	stop_position	Stop Position	Defines this point as a stop position of the vehicle (locomotive). In Stop Positions without public transport, this tag is not used.
railway	stop	Stop Position	Defines the stop position of the locomotive. If public transportation, use this in addition to the above tag.
name	<name>	Name	The name of the stop position, such as `Locust Manor` or `Köln-West`.
railway:ref	<Stop Position Code>	Abbreviation	The code used for the station. In North America, this might be something like `NYP` for New York Penn Station or `OSB` for Old Saybrook Station if it's an Amtrak station. In Germany, the Ril 100 code would be something like `KN` for Neuss Hbf.
operator	<operator>	Operator	The operator of the holding position.
network	<network name>	Network	The railway network the holding position is part of.
uic_ref		UIC-Code	The UIC (International Union of Railways) Code for this stop position.
uic_name	<name>	UIC-Name	The UIC (International Union of Railways) Name for this stop position.
train	yes/no	Railway	Is the stop position for a railway?	no
light_rail	yes/no	Light Rail	Is the stop position for light rail?	no
subway	yes/no	Subway	Is the stop position for a subway?	no
tram	yes/no	Tram	Is the stop position for a tram?	no
railway:position	Value	Position	See Milepost section above.
railway:position:exact	Value	Exact position	See Milepost section above.

Operating Site (Relation)

The associated components of an Operating Site, such as platforms, buildings, and stop positions. The tagging is based off of stop_areas in the Public Transport Schema, but is extended to cover non-public transit Operating Sites.

Interlockings are not Operating Sites.

Key	Value	Property	Description	Default value
railway	facility	Operating Site	General tag for Operating Site relations.
type	public_transport	Public Transport	Describes this relation as a public transport relation. Only necessary if it is public transportation.
public_transport	stop_area	Stop Area	Defines this relation as a stop area. Only necessary if it is public transportation, and used with the above tag.
name	<name>	Name	The name of the Operating Site; it should match the name of the node.
railway:ref		Site Code	The reference code the railway uses to refer to the site; it should match the name of the node. Abbreviations used by companies other than the operator can be tagged using `railway:ref:(company)=*`.
operator	<operator>	Operator	The operator of the Operating Site.
uic_ref		UIC-Code	The UIC (International Union of Railways) Code for this Operating Site.
uic_name	<name>	UIC-Name	The UIC (International Union of Railways) Name for this Operating Site.
train	yes/no	Railway	Is the Operating Site for a railway?	no
light_rail	yes/no	Light Rail	Is the Operating Site for light rail?	no
subway	yes/no	Subway	Is the Operating Site for a subway?	no
tram	yes/no	Tram	Is the Operating Site for a tram?	no

In this relation, the following members should be included:

Role	Count	Feature	Description
stop	>1	Stop Position	At least one stop position should be included.
platform	>=0	Platform	If present, platforms should be included.
subway_entrance	>=0	Subway Entrance	If present, subway entrances should be included.
landuse	0-1	Operating Site Property	The physical area the Operating Site can be included. This should be a single area mapped with the tag `landuse=railway`.
building	>=0	Buildings	Any buildings part of the Operating Site should be included. Usually, this is the station building.
<empty, no role>	1	Operating Site Node	The node of the Operating Site must be included. Leave the role field empty even if JOSM warns you.

Linhas da Ferrovia

Railway Lines are mapped with relations, and split between three categories that should not be mixed up: infrastructure, railway route, and train route. Infrastructure is based around the physical tracks. These are often expressed as branches for smaller lines, and in North America for larger lines, are often called Subdivisions. Another type is the railway route, which is the route of operation of trains (plural) over the infrastructure. The last relation is the train route, which is the route a specific train will take over the aforementioned railway route, showing in order the standard tracks it will take and where it will stop.

Linha

The physical railroad on which trains operate. Way direction is not required (key:oneway should not be on the ways), and ways do not have to be added as members in any specific order. Only tracks are to be included in this relation. Only the mainline should be included, with sidings and spurs being excluded.

Key	Value	Property	Description	Default value
type	route	Route	Indicates this relation is a route.
route	tracks	Railway Line	Indicates that this route is of a Railway Line.
name	<Name>	Name	Name of the Railway Line. In North America, these are usually suffixed with "Subdivision" if they are a mainline, or "Branch" or "Secondary" if they aren't mainlines.
operator	<operator>	Operator	The operator of the Railway Line.
ref	<code>	Code	A code used internally by the Railroad to refer to this Railway Line. Included because Germany has such a system.
from	<city>	Beginning City	The city where the Railway Line begins in. If the line is a spur and only connects to another Railway Line at one end, that city should be the "from" city.
to	<city>	Ending City	The city where the Railway Line ends at.
wikipedia	<country_abbr>:<article name>	Wikipedia article	Article on Wikipedia. Tag the key in the format <country_abbreviation>:<Article name>, for example "wikipedia=en:River Subdivision (Canadian Pacific Railway)".
historic	railway	Historic Railway Line	Is this railway line historic (not currently considered this)? This does not necessarily mean the tracks are nonexistent, as it can also indicate parts of this line were used to create a new line.	no
abandoned	yes/no	Abandoned Railway Line	Were the tracks of this right-of-way removed? If so, please use the above key `historic=yes` as well.	no

Railway Route

Railway Routes are the route of operation of trains over a Railway Line. Way direction is not required (key:oneway should not be on the ways), and ways do not have to be added as members in any specific order. Only tracks are to be included in this relation. Only the mainline should be included, with sidings and spurs being excluded.

Key	Value	Property	Description	Default value
type	route	Route	Indicates this relation is a route.
route	railway	Railway Route	Tag, das die Relation als Eisenbahnroute klassifiziert.
name	<Name>	Name	Name of the Railway Route.
ref	<code>	Code	A code used internally by the Railroad to refer to this Railway Route.
from	<city>	Beginning City	The city where the Railway Route begins in.
to	<city>	Ending City	The city where the Railway Route ends at.
wikipedia	<country_abbr>:<article name>	Wikipedia article	Article on Wikipedia. Tag the key in the format <country_abbreviation>:<Article name>, for example "wikipedia=en:Empire Builder".
historic	railway	Historic Railway Route	Is this railway route a former route?	no

Station/Stop

All components of a station/stop, including stop positions, are summarized by adding them to a relation. The tagging is directly based on the Public Transport Schema, but was extended to also cover Operating Sites, which is a category that contains things not used in public transport.

For further tagging guideance, see Operating Sites.

Operating Site Facilities

Platforms

A platform for passengers to wait and enter trains from. See loading docks for freight. Mapped as either a way or area, although an area is recommended.

Key	Value	Property	Description	Default value
Note: Disused and abandoned platforms can be mapped by adding the prefix `disused:` or `abandoned:` (Example: `disused:railway=platform`).
railway	platform	Railway Platform	A platform. Mapped as either a way or area, although an area is recommended.
public_transport	platform	Public Transport Platform	If used in public transit, it should be tagged with this. This is part of the new Public Transport Schema.
name	<name>	proper name	If the platform has a proper name, `name=` is used. Use `ref=` to map the track numbers.
ref	<number>	Track Numbers	The track numbers served by this platform, separated by a Semicolon (`;`). For example, `1;2`.
area	yes/no	Area	Is the platform mapped an an area?	yes
lit	yes/no	Lighting	Is the platform lit?	no
covered	yes/no	Covered	Is the platform covered?	no
surface	asphalt/paving_stones/concrete etc.	Platform Surface	The material the surface of the platform is. See Key:surface for more values.
wheelchair	yes/no/limited	Wheelchair Accessibility	Is the platform wheelchair accessible?
tactile_paving	yes/no/incorrect	Tactile Paving	Is the platform equipped with tactile paving for a blindman's cane? The most widespread and important on the yellow line that borders the track end of the platform. Note that `tactile_paving:yes` cannot be used on areas, so if present should be mapped on a separate way.
height	<height>	Platform Height	The height of the platform in meters. If using feet, prefix with `ft:`.
operator	<operator>	Operator	The operator of the platform.

If a track along one platform edge has multiple numbers (e.g. 4a and 4b because it is used by two trains at the same time), the platform can be mapped as multipolygon. Tags which were tagged at the area should be transferred to the multipolygon relation. The platform edges parallel to the tracks are tagged with railway=platform_edge and ref=<track number>.

If the platform is divided into sections (A, B, C, …) to describe which carriage stops at which section, you can map a nodes at the section signs onto the platform edge and tag it with railway:platform:section=C.

Ticket vending machines

A vending machine where it is possible to buy transport tickets.

Key	Value	Property	Description	Default value
amenity	vending_machine	vending machine	Generic tag for a vending machine. Beeing tagged as a point.
vending	public_transport_tickets	ticket machine	Amachine where you can buy tickets.
operator	<operator>	operator	The operator of these machines, such as `Deutsche Bahn`.
ref	<Number>	Machine number	The internal number of the machine. Often written on it.
payment:coins	yes/no	Coins	Does the machine accept coins?	no
payment:notes	yes/no	banknotes	Does the machine accept banknotes?	no
payment:electronic_purses	yes/no	Stored value cards	Does the machine accept prepaid cards?	no
payment:debit_cards	yes/no	Maestro/debit cards	Does the machine accept debit cards, e.g.: maestro?	no
payment:credit_cards	yes/no	Credit cards	Does the machine accept credit cards?	no
payment:account_cards	yes/no	loyalty cards	Does the machine accept loyalty cards, e.g.: "BahnCard" or "Railcard"?	no

Ticket counters

A desk where you can buy tickets and ask for information. Mapped as a node.

Key	Value	Property	Description
shop	ticket	Ticket Counter	A desk where you can buy tickets and ask for information. Mapped as a node.
operator	<operator>	Operator	The operator of the ticket counter, such as `Amtrak`.
name	<name>	Name	A name for the ticket counter.
opening_hours	<Öffnungszeiten>	Hours of Operation	The hours of operation of the ticket counters.

Subway entrances

Access to a metro station. Mapped as a node at the entrance.

Key	Value	Property	Description
railway	subway_entrance	Subway Entrance	Access to a metro station. Mapped as a node at the entrance.
name	<Name>	Name	The name of the entrance and the metro station.
wheelchair	yes/no/limited	Wheelchair Accessibility	Is the entrance wheelchair accessible?
bicycle	yes/no	Bicycle Accessibility	Is the entrance bicycle accessible?

Service Telephone

Telephones are plotted as node on their actual locations next to the track.

Key	Value	Property	Description	Default value
railway	phone	Fernsprecher	A service telephone for the railway, often at level crossings so that in emergency someone can connect to the relevant signal operator. Telephones are plotted as node on their actual locations next to the track.
ref	<number>	Reference Number	A reference number for the telephone, not the telephone number.

Water tower

A water tower to supply steam locomotives with water. Can be mapped as a node or area, with area being preferrable.

Key	Value	Property	Description
Note: Disused and abandoned water towers can be mapped by adding the prefix `disused:` or `abandoned:` (Example: `disused:railway=water_tower`).
railway	water_tower	Water Tower	A water tower to supply steam locomotives with water.
man_made	water_tower	Water Tower	A tower that holds water at an elevation to build up water system pressure via gravity.
building	yes	Building	If the water tower is a building or not.
area	yes/no	Area	Is the water tower mapped as an area?

Fuelling Station

A fuelling station for locomotives. Can be mapped as a node or area, with area being preferrable.

Key	Value	Property	Description
railway	fuel	Tankstelle	A fuelling station for locomotives, primarily diesel-electrics.
building	yes	Building	If the fuelling station is a building or not.
area	yes/no	Area	Is the fuelling station mapped as an area?

Water Crane

A water crane used to deliver water into the tank or tender of a steam locomotive. Mapped as a node.

Key	Value	Property	Description	Default value
Note: Disused and abandoned water cranes can be mapped by adding the prefix `disused:` or `abandoned:` (Example: `disused:railway=water_crane`).
railway	water_crane	Water Crane	A water crane used to deliver water into the tank or tender of a steam locomotive.

Coaling Station

A fuelling station to provide steam locomotives with coal. Can be mapped as a node or area, with area being preferrable.

Key	Value	Property	Description	Default value
Note: Disused and abandoned coaling station can be mapped by adding the prefix `disused:` or `abandoned:` (Example: `disused:railway=coaling_facility`).
railway	coaling_facility	Coaling Station	A fuelling station to provide steam locomotives with coal.
area	yes/no	Area	Is the coaling station mapped as an area?	yes

Sand Store

A facility where locomotives can refill their barrels. It is tagged with railway=sand_store.

Disused and abandoned sand stores can be mapped by adding the prefix disused: or abandoned: (Example: disused:railway=sand_store).

Sewage Disposal

A facility where sewage from train toilets and other types of waste are disposed.

Key	Value	Objekt	Beschreibung	Standardwert
Note: Disused and abandoned sewage disposals can be mapped by adding the prefix `disused:` or `abandoned:` (Example: `disused:railway=waste_disposal`).
railway	waste_disposal	waste disposal facility	A facility where waste is disposed.
waste	brown_water	brown water	sewage from water toilets (common in Germany)
waste	chemical_toilet	chemical toilet	sewage from chemical toilets
area	yes/no	Area	Is the facility mapped as an area?	yes

Compressed Air

A facility to get compressed air. It is tagged with railway=compressed_air_supply.

Disused and abandoned compressed air supply stations can be mapped by adding the prefix disused: or abandoned: (Example: disused:railway=compressed_air_supply).

Power Supply

Power sockets next to yard tracks which are used by employees cleaning trains. It is mapped using railway=power_supply.

Disused and abandoned power supplies stations can be mapped by adding the prefix disused: or abandoned: (Example: disused:railway=power_supply).

Preheating

Preheating facilities are mapped using railway=preheating.

Disused and abandoned preheating facilities can be mapped by adding the prefix disused: or abandoned: (Example: disused:railway=preheating).

Car Wash

A place where locomotives and rolling stock are cleaned. Can be mapped as a node or area, with area being preferrable.

Key	Value	Property	Description
Note: Disused and abandoned car wash can be mapped by adding the prefix `disused:` or `abandoned:` (Example: `disused:railway=wash`).
railway	wash	Car Wash	A place where locomotives and rolling stock are cleaned.
building	yes	Building	If the car wash is a building or not.
area	yes/no	Area	Is the car wash mapped as an area?

Pit

A pit between the rails to repair locomotives or rolling stock from underneath.

Key	Value	Property	Description	Default value
railway	pit	Pit	A pit between the rails to repair locomotives or rolling stock from underneath. Mapped as a node on the track at the center of the pit.

Loading Gauge Structure

A structure used to check compliance with the railway's loading gauge. Mapped as a node on the track.

Key	Value	Property	Description	Default value
Note: Disused or abandoned structure gauges can be tagged by adding `disused:` and `abandoned:` (Example: `disused:railway=loading_gauge`).
railway	loading_gauge	Loading Gauge Structure	A structure used to check compliance with the railway's loading gauge. More recently, this is an electronic detector that uses light beams, but has been and can be an arm of gantry placed over the exit of a goods yard or the entrance of a restricted part of the railway. Mapped as a node on the track.

Hump

A hill in a classification yard that the lead track of the yard goes over. Railroad cars then roll down the other side into the appropriate track.

Key	Value	Property	Description	Default value
railway	hump_yard	Hump	A hill in a classification yard that the lead track of the yard goes over. Railroad cars then roll down the other side into the appropriate track. This is mapped as a point on the track at the peak of the hill.

Retarder

A retarder is a track-based brake used in hump yards to keep the speed of cars low.

Key	Value	Property	Description	Default value
railway	rail_brake	Retarder	A retarder is a track-based brake used in hump yards to keep the speed of cars low. It is on the outside of the tracks and grips the wheels against the tracks to slow them down. It is mapped as a node at the end closest to the hump in the hump yard.

Engine Shed

A shed to protect locomotives and rolling stock from the environment. Can be mapped as a node or area, with area being preferrable.

It is reccomended mapping the node where track intersects the building as entrance=yes. Consider potentially also adding the tags to that node as barrier=door with tags like door:overhead (if the door is an up-and-over door), or door:sliding (if the door slides to the left or the right to open).

Key	Value	Property	Description
Note: Disused and abandoned engine shed can be mapped by adding the prefix `disused:` or `abandoned:` (Example: `disused:railway=engine_shed`).
railway	engine_shed	Engine Shed	A shed to protect locomotives and rolling stock from the environment. Can be mapped as a node or area, with area being preferrable.
building	yes	Building	If the shed is mapped as an area, it should have this tag.
name	<name>	Name	The name of the engine shed.

Locomotive Works

A engine shed that is built to serve as a maintenance facility for locomotives or rolling stock. Can be mapped as a node or area, with area being preferrable.

It is reccomended mapping the node where track intersects the building as entrance=yes. Consider potentially also adding the tags to that node as barrier=door with tags like door:overhead (if the door is an up-and-over door), or door:sliding (if the door slides to the left or the right to open).

Key	Value	Property	Description
Note: Disused and abandoned locomotive works can be mapped by adding the prefix `disused:` or `abandoned:` (Example: `disused:railway=workshop`).
railway	workshop	Locomotive Works	A engine shed that is built to serve as a maintenance facility for locomotives or rolling stock. Can be mapped as a node or area, with area being preferrable.
building	yes	Building	If the shed is mapped as an area, it should have this tag.
name	<name>	Name	The name of the locomotive works.

Radio Mast (Railroad)

A radio mast that the railroad transmits its radio system from. It is mapped as a node.

Key	Value	Property	Description	Default value
railway	radio	Radio Mast	A radio mast that the railroad transmits its radio system from. It is mapped as a node.
ref	<reference>	Reference	A reference code used to identify the radio tower.
operator	<operator>	Operator	The operator of the radio mast.
railway:radio	analogue/gsm-r	Radio Type	Is the radio analogue or GSM-R?	gsm-r
man_made	mast	Mast	Indicates this is a mast
tower:type	communication	Transmission Tower	Indicates this node is a transmission tower.
communication:gsm-r	yes/no	GSM-R	Indicates that this tower transmits GSM-R.

Turntable

A device that rotates locomotives to switch them to different tracks, or to reorient them. Can be mapped as a node or area, with area being preferrable.

Key	Value	Property	Description	Default value
Note: Disused and abandoned turntable can be mapped by adding the prefix `disused:` or `abandoned:` (Example: `disused:railway=turntable`).
railway	turntable	Turntable	A device that rotates locomotives to switch them to different tracks, or to reorient them. Can be mapped as a node or area, with area being preferrable.

Hot Box and other Defect Detectors

Put a node at the position where the defect detector is located. The node should be part of the track.

Key	Value	Property	Description
railway	defect_detector	defect detector
ref	<number>	number	number if existing
defect_detector:hot_box	yes/no	hot boxes	Does the gadget detect hot boxes?
defect_detector:dragging	yes/no	dragging parts	Does the gadget detect dragging parts?

Transfer Table

A device that moves horizontally to transfer locomotives to different tracks. Can be mapped as a node or area, with area being preferrable. Make sure to map the entire area it can move.

Key	Value	Property	Description	Default value
Note: Disused and abandoned transfer table can be mapped by adding the prefix `disused:` or `abandoned:` (Example: `disused:railway=traverser`).
railway	traverser	Transfer Table	A device that moves horizontally to transfer locomotives to different tracks. Can be mapped as a node or area, with area being preferrable. Make sure to map the entire area it can move.

Loading Dock

A loading dock or loading point for moving goods on or off of railcars. For purposes of mapping, a [#Platforms|platform] for freight. Can be mapped as a node, way, or area. Ideally mapped as an area.

Key	Value	Property	Description	Default value
railway	loading_ramp	Loading Ramp/Loading Dock	platform] for freight. Can be mapped as a node, way, or area. Ideally mapped as an area.
name	<name>	Name	A name for the loading dock for the renderer, as well as navigational aid.
lit	yes/no	Lighting	Is the platform lit?	no
surface	asphalt/paving_stones/concrete etc.	Ramp Surface	The material the surface of the ramp is. See Key:surface for more values.
operator	<operator>	Operator	Operator of the loading dock.
height	<height>	Platform Height	The height of the platform in meters. If using feet, prefix with `ft:`.
area	yes/no	Area	Is the platform mapped an an area?	yes

Crane

A crane next to or above the track in order to load or unload goods, such as coal or shipping containers. If it is a fixed crane, it can be tagged as a node or an area, with area being preferred. If a Gantry Crane, it can be tagged as a node at the center of the track or a way to the side of the track, with the way being preferred.

Key	Value	Property	Description
man_made	crane	Crane	A crane next to or above the track in order to load or unload goods, such as coal or shipping containers.
crane:type	floor-mounted_crane/portal_crane	Crane Type	If a fixed crane, it is a `floor-mounted_crane`. If it is a Gantry Crane, it is a `portal_crane`.
crane:mobile	no/rail	Crane Mobility	Enter no if it is a fixed position crane, or rail if it is a Gantry Crane.
crane:height	<height>	Crane Height	Crane height in meters. If using feet, prefix with `ft:`. Not required.
crane:maxradius	<length>	Boom Length/Working Range	In meters, how long the crane's boom is or how far it can move horizontally. If using feet, prefix with `ft:`. Not required.
name	<name>	Crane Name	If the crane has a specific name. Not required.
operator	<operator>	Crane Operator	The operator of the crane.

Weighbridge

A weighbridge is a weighing scale used to weigh locomotives or rolling stock.

Key	Value	Property	Description	Default value
railway	track_scale	Weighbridge	A weighbridge is a weighing scale used to weigh locomotives or rolling stock. It is mapped as a node on the track at the center of the scale.

Transporter Car

A type of railroad car designed for loading different gauge railroad equipment on it, to allow said equipment to traverse a different gauge railway. This is usually a lager gauge over a smaller gauge.

Key	Value	Property	Description	Default value
railway	carrier_truck_pit	Transporter Car	A type of railroad car designed for loading different gauge railroad equipment on it, to allow said equipment to traverse a different gauge railway. This is usually a lager gauge over a smaller gauge. It is mapped as a node on the infrastructure that allows the railroad cars to load onto the transporter car.

Bogie Exchange

A facility where the gauge of a car can be changed by exchanging its wheels and axles.

Key	Value	Property	Description	Default value
railway	gauge_conversion	Bogie Exchange	A facility where the gauge of a car can be changed by exchanging its wheels and axles. It is tagged as a node on the junction of the larger and narrower track.

Gate

A gate that blocks the track, such as at a factory.

Key	Value	Property	Description	Default value
barrier	gate	Gate	A gate that blocks the track, such as at a factory. This is mapped as a node on the track. For multiple tracks, map a node on each track.
access	private/no	Access	The restrictions on access for the gate. `access=private` should be used for private corporations and companies, and `access=no` should be for government-run facilities.

Railway museums

A museum that exhibits and restores various aspects of railroad history, including locomotives, rolling stock, and signalling equipment. It can be mapped as a node or an area, with an area being preferred.

If mapped as an area, map the museum grounds. If a node, map the node at the center of the museum grounds.

Key	Value	Property	Description
railway	museum	Railway Museum	A museum that exhibits and restores various aspects of railroad history, including locomotives, rolling stock, and signalling equipment. It can be mapped as a node or an area, with an area being preferred.
tourism	museum	Museum	Indicates this is a museum.
name	<name>	Name	The name of the museum
area	no/yes	Area	Tag if this is an area.
image	<URL>	Image	The URL of an image of the museum (If possible, images from Wikimedia Commons should be used).
wikipedia	<country_abbr>:<article name>	Wikipedia article	Article on Wikipedia. Tag the key in the format <country_abbreviation>:<Article name>, for example "wikipedia=en:Illinois Railway Museum".

Container Terminal

A transshipment facility for shipping containers. For uses to ORM, this is between ships and rail, or rail and truck. Mapped as a node or an area, with an area being preferred.

Key	Value	Property	Description
man_made	container_terminal	Container Terminal	General tag for a container terminal (can exist without rail transport).
railway	container_terminal	Container Terminal	Tag for a container terminal (this one has to involve rail transport).
landuse	industrial	Industrial	Land uses for industrial purposes
name	<name>	Name	The name of the container terminal.
operator	<operator>	Operator	The operator of the container terminal.
owner	<owner>	Owner	The owner of the container terminal.
wikipedia	<country_abbr>:<article name>	Wikipedia article	Article on Wikipedia. Tag the key in the format <country_abbreviation>:<Article name>, for example "wikipedia=en:Port Jersey".

Car Shuttle

A loading ramp to load cars onto trains. It is mapped as a node on the ramp where the access road meets the railroad track.

Key	Value	Property	Description
railway	car_shuttle	Car Shuttle	A loading ramp to load cars onto trains.
name	<name>	Name	Name of the loading ramp.
uic_ref		UIC-Code	The UIC (International Union of Railways) Code for this station.
uic_name	<name>	UIC-Name	The UIC (International Union of Railways) Name for this station.
operator	<operator>	Operator	The operator of this station.
network	<network>	Network	The rail network to which this station belongs to.
image	<URL>	Image	The URL of an image of the loading ramp (If possible, images from Wikimedia Commons should be used).

Rolling Highway

Loading ramp to load trucks onto trains. It is mapped as a node on the ramp where the access road meets the railroad track.

Key	Value	Property	Description
railway	rolling_highway	Rolling Highway	A loading ramp to load trucks onto trains.
name	<name>	Name	Name of the loading ramp.
uic_ref		UIC-Code	The UIC (International Union of Railways) Code for this station.
uic_name	<name>	UIC-Name	The UIC (International Union of Railways) Name for this station.
operator	<operator>	Operator	The operator of this station.
network	<network>	Network	The rail network to which this station belongs to.
image	<URL>	Image	The URL of an image of the loading ramp (If possible, images from Wikimedia Commons should be used).

Train Ferry

A service to transfer rail cars across water. In this case, this can be either a train ferry or car float. This can be mapped as a way or a relation.

Key	Value	Property	Description
route	ferry	Ferry	Indicates this route is a ferry.
railway	ferry	Train Ferry	Specifies the ferry route as one transporting railroad cars.
name	<name>	Name	Name of the ferry route.
operator	<operator>	Operator	Operator of the ferry route.

Ferry Loading Dock

Loading dock to load railroad cars onto a ferry. It is mapped as a node where the track and ferry route meet.

Key	Value	Property	Description
amenity	ferry_terminal	Ferry Terminal	Tag that says this is a ferry terminal.
name	<name>	Name	Name of the ferry terminal.
uic_ref		UIC-Code	The UIC (International Union of Railways) Code for this terminal.
uic_name	<name>	UIC-Name	The UIC (International Union of Railways) Name for this terminal.
operator	<operator>	Operator	The operator of this terminal.
railway	ferry_terminal	Railway Ferry Terminal	Specifies this as a railway ferry terminal.

Station buildings

The building of a railway station. Mapped as an area.

Key	Value	Property	Description
Note: Disused and abandoned station buildings can be mapped by adding the prefix `disused:` or `abandoned:` (Example: `disused:building=train_station`).
building	train_station	Station Building	A building of a railroad station.
start_date	<date>	Date of opening	Date the building was put into service. For formatting, see `start_date=*`.
end_date	<date>	Date of closing	Date the building was taken out of service. For formatting, see `end_date=*`.
image	<URL>	Image	The URL of an image of the Station Building. (If possible, images from Wikimedia Commons should be used).
ele	<elevation>	Elevation	The height of the building above sea level, in meters. If using feet, prefix with `ft:`.

Companies with rail connection

Factories, industrial plants, or other companies that have railway access. Please tag all buildings at the factory as having rail connections If the building exists previously, please just add the below tags, if they aren't already present. The tracks themselves should be tagged with usage=industrial. The purpose of all of this is to specifically highlight these buildings in ORM.

The following tags are important to OpenRailwayMap rendering industrial sites specifically:

Key	Value	Property	Description
landuse	industrial/commercial	Landuse	If the area is used for industrial purposes, or commercial purposes.
man_made	works	Factory	An industrial production plant, also known as a factory. Only tag if it is a factory.
name	<name>	Factory Name	The name of the factory.

The following tags are helpful in OpenStreetMap at large, and should be added if not present and are known values:

Key	Value	Property	Description
Note: Disused and abandoned buildings can be mapped by adding the prefix `disused:` or `abandoned:` (Example: `disused:building=yes`).
operator	<operator>	Operator	The operator of this factory. May very well be the same as the owner.
owner	<owner>	Owner	The owner of this factory. May very well be the same as operator.
building	yes/commercial/industrial/warehouse	Building Type	The use of the specific building. Tag as yes if type is not known.
brand	<brand_name>	Brand Name	The name of the brand of the product produced or sold here.
start_date	<date>	Date of opening	Date the building was put into service. For formatting, see `start_date=*`.
end_date	<date>	Date of closing	Date the building was taken out of service. For formatting, see `end_date=*`.
image	<URL>	Image	The URL of an image of the Building. (If possible, images from Wikimedia Commons should be used).
ele	<elevation>	Elevation	The height of the building above sea level, in meters. If using feet, prefix with `ft:`.
wikipedia	<country_abbr>:<article name>	Wikipedia article	Article on Wikipedia. Tag the key in the format <country_abbreviation>:<Article name>, for example "wikipedia=en:Highland Park Ford Plant".
architect	<name>	Architect Name	If the building had a single architect, put their name here, or if an architect firm, put that firm's name here.

Electrical Facilities

For tagging of how a track is electrified and its voltage see the track section of this page.

Catenary Mast

Catenary masts can be mapped and tagged with power=catenary_mast.

Joints

Joints are points of catenary or electric rail which disconnect two electric circuit.

Key	Value	Property	Description	Default value
railway:electricity	joint	Joint	This point in catenary or electric rail disconnects two electric circuit.
railway:electricity:jumpering	jumpered/possible/no	status of jumpering	Describes default status of this joint. Use `jumpered` if this joint does usually not disconnect two sections. Use `possible` if this joint usually disconnects two electric circuits but can be jumpered if one power supply fails or a electric train has a breakdown in an insulated section. Use `no` if this joint can never be jumpered.

Neutral sections

Track section where the catenary is grounded (can be found at joints) and where the main switch has to be turned off, should be tagged with railway:main_switch_off=yes.

Track sections where pantograph has to be lowered

Track section where the pantograph has to be lowered (e.g. moveable bridges) should be tagged with railway:lower_pantograph_section=yes.

Power Supply

Power from a power line is supplied at this point into catenary or electric rail. Use railway=power_supply. It is tagged onto nodes of a track.

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