HERE Maps MCP Server

What is HERE Maps MCP Server?

It is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) compliant server that exposes HERE Maps Platform APIs as tools for language models. It enables LLMs to perform geocoding, reverse geocoding, places search, routing, traffic information, and map display through a standardized interface.

How to use HERE Maps MCP Server?

Clone the repository, install Node.js and npm dependencies, and obtain a HERE Maps API Key. Start the server by setting the HERE_MAPS_API_KEY environment variable and running the project. Then configure a compatible MCP client (e.g., Claude) with the provided JSON settings to connect to the server.

Key features of HERE Maps MCP Server

• Geocoding: Convert addresses into geographic coordinates.
• Reverse Geocoding: Convert coordinates into formatted addresses.
• Places Search: Find points of interest near a location.
• Routing: Get directions between two points with transport modes.
• Traffic Information: Retrieve traffic incidents within a radius.
• Display Map: Render a map image with customizable style and zoom.

Use cases of HERE Maps MCP Server

• Find restaurants or services near a specific location.
• Get driving, walking, or biking directions between two points.
• Retrieve current traffic incidents in a city area.
• Display a map image centered on a location with chosen style.
• Combine geocoding and routing for trip planning.

FAQ from HERE Maps MCP Server

How do I get started with HERE Maps MCP Server?

Clone the repository, install Node.js and dependencies, obtain a HERE Maps API Key, and run the server with the API key environment variable. Then configure your MCP client to use the server.

How do I configure the server with a client like Claude?

Add the JSON configuration to the MCP client settings, specifying the command, arguments, and environment variable for the API key. Restart the client for changes to take effect.

What HERE Maps services are available as tools?

The server provides tools for geocoding, reverse geocoding, places search, routing, traffic information, and map display, each corresponding to a specific HERE Maps API.

What are the authentication requirements?

You need a valid HERE Maps API Key, which is passed as the HERE_MAPS_API_KEY environment variable when starting the server.

Is the package available via npm?

The npm package is not yet published. You