Everything you need to know before you twist the throttle.
GoraAdv uses OpenStreetMap data to find the most adventurous path between your points — maximising dirt tracks, gravel roads and forest paths over tarmac. Map data is community-maintained and not always complete or current. Tracks may be missing, mislabelled or changed. Routes can look more challenging than expected — or lead somewhere that no longer exists. Your best bet before riding is to switch to satellite view in the planner and eyeball the track. Just don't count on it in places like Montenegro where satellite zoom runs out before the trail does.
Local regulations and access rights vary by region and can change. Always check what applies where you're riding — GoraAdv can't know every local rule. When in doubt, respect signage.
GoraAdv routes avoid tracks tagged as legally restricted in OpenStreetMap — no entry, private land, or motor vehicle bans. However, local rules vary, signage changes, and map data isn't always up to date. Always check before you ride. If a gate is closed or a sign says no — respect it.
GoraAdv is built to maximise offroad — that's the whole point. Routes prioritise dirt tracks, gravel roads and forest paths over tarmac. The results panel gives you a rough idea of the terrain ahead — distance, offroad percentage and elevation are based on map data. Real conditions can differ. Treat it as a guide, not a guarantee. Know your limits and ride accordingly.
Every segment of a route is classified into one of five tiers based on road type and surface. The tier breakdown is shown in the results panel after each calculation.
T1 — Heavy Offroad
Raw unmaintained tracks — dirt, mud, sand, grass. Often barely visible as a road. Steep, rocky or waterlogged sections are common. Enduro or lightweight dual-sport only. Expect 15 km/h average or less. Heavy adventure bikes will struggle.
T2 — Dirt Track
Unpaved gravel or rough dirt tracks — the backbone of adventure riding. Loose stones, ruts and puddles are normal. Most capable ADV and dual-sport bikes handle this well. Plan for around 20 km/h average. The most rewarding tier.
T3 — Gravel Road
Compacted gravel or fine gravel roads — often forest tracks, mountain passes or agricultural roads that see occasional vehicles. Comfortable and predictable. Any adventure bike rides T3 confidently. Around 30 km/h average.
T4 — Side Roads
Paved but quiet — unclassified country lanes, village roads and residential streets. Used to link offroad sections or reach remote areas. Fine on any bike. Expect 60 km/h average. The router uses these sparingly when there's no dirt alternative.
T5 — Main Roads
Primary roads, trunk roads and motorways — the unavoidable connectors between regions. GoraAdv minimises these aggressively. You're here to escape T5, not ride it. Used only where no offroad alternative exists.
The colour-coded map line, the segmented bar and the percentage breakdown in the results panel all use these tiers — so you can see at a glance what kind of riding is ahead before you leave.
Ride time is calculated using conservative average speeds per terrain type — 20 km/h on heavy offroad up to 90 km/h on highways. Your actual pace depends on your skill level, bike, weather, and how many times you stop to take photos. Treat it as a minimum benchmark, not a race target.
Yes. After calculating a route, hit Download GPX and load the file into any GPS device or navigation app that supports GPX — Garmin, TomTom Rider, Maps.me, OsmAnd, Wikiloc, and most others. The file contains the full route with all waypoints. A free registered account is required to download GPX — free accounts get 1 download per day, PRO gets 10.
Currently Spain, France, Portugal, Andorra, Montenegro, Albania and Morocco. Croatia and Bosnia & Herzegovina are coming next. The full Balkans and more North Africa are on the roadmap. See the coverage page and vote for what you want next.
Any adventure or dual-sport motorcycle works well on T2–T5 terrain. T1 sections (heavy offroad, dirt, mud) are better suited to lightweight dual-sport or enduro bikes. Heavier adventure bikes can struggle on tight or very rough T1 tracks — check the tier breakdown and use your judgement.
Tires and air pressure matter as much as the bike. Street-biased rubber will let you down on loose gravel and wet dirt regardless of what you're riding — fit a proper dual-sport or enduro tire for mixed terrain. Dropping air pressure offroad improves grip significantly, but the right amount depends on your bike, load and the terrain. Learn what works for your setup and always carry a way to re-inflate for tarmac.
Map data isn't always current — tracks wash out, gates go up, bridges disappear. Always carry a backup plan, check satellite imagery before committing to remote sections, and never ride beyond a point you can safely return from. If a track is genuinely wrong in the data, it can be fixed in OpenStreetMap.
GoraAdv is built for motorcycles — adventure and enduro bikes specifically. The routes we find are single tracks, narrow dirt paths and mountain trails where a 4x4 or ATV simply wouldn't fit. They're not just unsuitable, they're often physically impassable for anything wider than two wheels. If you're planning offroad trips in a 4x4 or ATV, you'll need a tool built around your vehicle's width and clearance — GoraAdv will send you places you really don't want to be in a truck.
GoraAdv is currently in alpha — all features are free while we build and improve. After alpha, three tiers apply: Guest (no account — 2 waypoints, 200 km max, elevation and terrain, no GPX, no tools), Free (registered — 3 waypoints, 300 km max, 1 GPX/day, all planning tools, save up to 3 routes), and PRO (6 waypoints, up to 1500 km, 10 GPX/day, 30 saved routes, per-leg GPX for multi-day). See full pricing. If you want to support development in the meantime, a coffee goes a long way ☕.