Zoom_739 0 #1 December 27, 2004 I'm looking for mapping software, kind of like Microsoft's "Streets and Trips", but for use in Europe. I'm working out an itenerary for a "European Vacation". Specifically, I'm looking for a route planner that includes Italy, France, and Switzerland. The program doesn't have to have GPS or topo, but that would be great bonus since I'm considering a GPS purchase as well. I tried to get "Autoroute 2005", but no one sells or ships to the U.S. Any recommendations would be appreciated. P.S. I'm not trolling for exit points. I already have those. thanks, Z Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
badenhop 0 #2 December 27, 2004 Do you have any friends in Europe who could send it to you? Try the UK BASE Board, they are usually pretty friendly. I know some European BASE jumpers, PM me. Keep in mind, I do not have streets and trips, and I've never heard of autoroute 2005, just taking your word it exists. If it is, and you want it, and are willing to pay for it, there is a way to get it.================================== I've got all I need, Jesus and gravity. Dolly Parton http://www.AveryBadenhop.com Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tymkoder 0 #3 December 27, 2004 Zoom, Ive got MS MapPoint 2004.. Ill see if I have the Europe maps also.. check this out for now http://mappoint.msn.com/(1g0spajauylldsfxj11qff55)/map.aspx?C=48.6,6.6&A=7000&L=EUR0809&P=|292D|&TI=EuropeCHICKEN MAN BASE 954 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Faber 0 #4 December 27, 2004 i know garmin gps is used alot arround here,perhaps track their web up.. Stay safe Stefan Faber Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Atmodude 0 #5 December 27, 2004 dude, Route66 2004 got it all. If you use a mac i can help you. C'ya Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Faber 0 #6 December 27, 2004 i dont,but i dont need a gps either i just knew a few people using garmin who likes it alot... Stay safe Stefan Faber Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BASE813 0 #7 December 27, 2004 You can use AA Route Planner that has UK and Europe if your just looking for road directions http://www.theaa.com/travelwatch/planner_main.jsp Hope this helps Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eb66to77 0 #8 December 27, 2004 I use Garmin MapSource European. It is a pretty complete mapset and easy to use. Pretty big but very nice. You can get these things off of ebay pretty cheap. If you have a Garmin you can DL the mapsets to it using this program. I use an Etrex but other Garmins are nice too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TVPB 0 #9 December 29, 2004 For a web based map / direction info source: http://www.viamichelin.com ViaMichelin - I have found the times to be reasonably accurate if driving at the speed limit... Stay Safe - Have Fun - Good Luck The above could be crap, thought provoking, useful, or . . But not personal. You decide. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zoom_739 0 #10 December 30, 2004 Thanks for all the feedback! I'll probably look at the "evaluation copy" of MapPoint. Route 66 looks like a program that I wouldn't mind shelling out bucks for. But if anyone has a "PC-demo" they could FTP me.... The online direction websites are nice for directions. Not very handy for my planning needs, but I'll be using those sites now instead of my ol' Mapquest link. thanks again to all... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites 0
