GPS Drawing Generator — Draw Art on the Map While Running or Cycling

Draw My Loop is a free GPS drawing tool that turns a sketch on a web-based map into a real running or cycling route you can follow with a watch. Each street becomes a line in the final drawing, each corner a vertex. The point-by-point manual plotting that used to take an afternoon — picking streets one at a time in Strava's Route Builder or Komoot — collapses into a single sketch in the browser. The editor relies on OpenStreetMap data and a Dijkstra shape-aware router to keep the drawing readable on the activity map, which matters when the track has to survive GPS jitter at 10 km/h. Export the route as GPX, load it onto a Garmin Forerunner or a phone, and the recorded activity reproduces the drawing. Works on desktop and mobile, in English and French, without an account.

Create my GPS drawing

Compatible devices

A GPS drawing created with Draw My Loop exports as GPX, the format accepted by most GPS watches, running apps and cycling platforms.

Routes can be used with Strava, Garmin Connect, Komoot, Suunto, Coros, Polar, Wahoo and many mobile apps.

Free Online GPS Drawing Tool

Draw My Loop is a free GPS route drawing tool that runs entirely in your browser. No app to install, no account to create. Use it to draw GPS routes, trace shapes on a map, and export GPX files compatible with Strava, Garmin Connect, Komoot and every GPS platform.

Whether you're looking for a simple GPS drawing tool for a first heart-shaped run or a full-featured route drawing editor for complex designs, Draw My Loop adapts to your level. The shape library, freehand drawing, text projection and image import give you every way to create GPS drawings.

What Can You Draw with a GPS?

The only limit is your imagination and your neighborhood's street grid. Here are the most popular GPS drawings and easy GPS art ideas:

Hearts and stars

Simple geometric shapes are perfect for beginners. A heart is typically 5-10 km and stays recognizable even on an imperfect street grid. Great for Valentine's Day or as a symbolic gift route.

Animals

Cats, dogs, birds, dinosaurs — animals are the most impressive GPS drawings. They require neighborhoods with varied streets (curves and straight lines) and typically span 15-30 km.

Letters and words

Writing a name, message or word on the map is a unique way to mark an occasion. Each letter is roughly 1-3 km depending on size. Draw My Loop includes a text projection tool that automatically converts your words into a route.

Logos and images

The most ambitious GPS artists import a logo or image into Draw My Loop and project it onto the map. The algorithm traces the outline following real roads. This is the technique behind the most viral GPS drawings on social media.

How to Create a GPS Drawing

Choose your design

Open the Draw My Loop Studio — a free GPS drawing tool that works in your browser. Pick a shape from the library (50+ templates), draw freehand with the pencil tool, type text or import an image. Position your design over the area where you want to run or ride.

Let the algorithm trace the route

In one click, smart road snapping turns your design into a GPS route that follows real streets and paths. Check the elevation profile and resize if needed. The route is 100% runnable — no walls or rivers to cross.

Export and follow the route

Download your GPX file. Import it into Strava, Garmin Connect, Komoot or send it to your GPS watch. Follow the turn-by-turn directions and admire your GPS drawing on your activity map!

Best GPS Drawings for Beginners

New to GPS drawing? Start with these beginner-friendly shapes that look great even on imperfect street grids:

Heart

The most popular GPS drawing ever. Two curves and a point — simple enough for any neighborhood. Start at the bottom point, loop up and around, and meet back where you started. Typically 5-8 km.

Star

A five-pointed star works well with grid streets. The straight lines are forgiving and the shape is instantly recognizable. Usually 8-12 km.

Smiley face

A circle with two dots and a curve. It sounds simple but produces one of the most shareable GPS drawings. Plan for 10-15 km depending on size.

GPS Drawing vs GPS Art vs Strava Art

GPS drawing, GPS art and Strava art all describe the same creative sport — planning a route that traces a picture on the map. "GPS drawing" emphasizes the act of drawing GPS routes, "GPS art" focuses on the artistic result, and "Strava art" refers to creations shared on the Strava platform.

Draw My Loop is designed for all of these: whether you search for a GPS drawing tool, a GPS art generator, or a Strava art maker — it's the same powerful online editor with road snapping, shape library and free GPX export.

Why use Draw My Loop for GPS drawing

Shape library

50+ ready-to-use shapes (animals, letters, symbols) that you position on the map in one click. The fastest way to draw GPS routes without any artistic skill.

Freehand drawing and projection

Draw freehand, type text or import a logo — the algorithm traces the GPS route automatically. This GPS drawing tool handles every type of design.

Smart road snapping

Our snapping algorithm fits your drawing to real streets instantly. No walls or rivers to cross — every GPS drawing is 100% runnable or rideable.

Free universal export

Export as GPX or TCX for Strava, Garmin, Komoot, Suunto, Coros and all GPS watches. This GPS route drawing tool works with every platform.

GPS Drawing Tool FAQ

Is GPS drawing difficult?

Not at all. With Draw My Loop's GPS drawing tool, you don't need to place every point manually. Choose a shape, position it on the map, and the algorithm does the rest. A simple GPS drawing (heart, star) takes 2-3 minutes to create.

What equipment do I need for GPS drawing?

A phone with Strava or a GPS watch (Garmin, Suunto, Coros, Apple Watch). Draw My Loop is an online GPS drawing tool that works in your browser — no app to install to draw GPS routes.

How long is a GPS drawing route?

It depends on the shape and size. Simple GPS art like a heart is 5-10 km, a detailed animal 15-30 km. You can adjust the size in the Studio before exporting.

Does GPS drawing work for cycling?

Yes! This GPS drawing generator supports both pedestrian and cyclist routing profiles. The routing adapts automatically (bike lanes, one-way streets).

Can I draw GPS routes anywhere in the world?

Yes. Draw My Loop uses OpenStreetMap data which covers the entire planet. You can create GPS drawings in any city, town or rural area worldwide. Street density affects the level of detail possible.

How do I share my GPS drawing on Strava?

Export your route as GPX from Draw My Loop, import it into Strava via Routes > Create Route > Import, follow the route with your GPS watch or phone, and your activity will display the GPS drawing on the map automatically.

Is this GPS drawing tool free?

Yes. Draw My Loop's GPS route drawing tool is completely free — including the shape library, freehand drawing, road snapping and GPX export. No account needed.

What's the easiest GPS drawing for beginners?

A heart is the easiest and most popular GPS drawing. It uses simple curves, works on almost any street grid, and covers just 5-8 km. It's perfect easy GPS art for your first attempt.