Maps · Czech Republic (CZ)
Mapy.cz
Comprehensive online maps and navigation for the Czech Republic and beyond.
The switch
Google Maps→Mapy.czalso replaces Google Earth
About
Mapy.cz offers detailed maps, hiking trails, cycling routes, and navigation services, primarily focused on the Czech Republic but with international coverage. It's a popular choice for outdoor activities and general travel.
Why we recommend it
- Detailed topographic maps
- Extensive hiking and cycling routes
EU vs USA
Mapy.cz vs Google Maps
Side-by-side on jurisdiction, data residency, and the rules that decide who can actually read your data.
Criteria
🇪🇺 Mapy.cz
🇺🇸 Google Maps
Headquarters
Czech Republic
Mountain View, CA, USA
Jurisdiction
EU
USA (CLOUD Act, FISA 702)
Data location
EU
Global, US-controlled
GDPR-native
Yes
No
CLOUD Act / FISA exposed
No
Yes
Ad tracking
No
Yes
End-to-end encryption
No
No
Open source
No
No
Ownership
Seznam.cz
Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOGL)
Founded
2004
2005
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Google Maps vs Mapy.cz
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