Dawarich

Self-Hosted

Open-source self-hosted trip tracking and map management tool

Overview

Dawarich is an open-source self-hosted tool for managing travel data. It supports importing GPX/KML files, visualizing trips on OpenStreetMap, organizing trips into collections, and adding photos/notes to waypoints. Focused on privacy, all data remains on your server. Deployment is streamlined via Docker, requiring minimal setup—perfect for users who want control over their travel history without relying on third-party services like Google Maps Timeline.

Self-Hosting Resources

Find Official Image on Docker Hub View Source & Docs

Below is a reference structure for docker-compose.yml. ⚠️ Do NOT run blindly. Replace placeholders with official values.

docker-compose.template.yml TEMPLATE


version: '3'
services:
  dawarich:
    image: <OFFICIAL_IMAGE_NAME>:latest
    container_name: dawarich
    ports:
      - "8080:<APP_INTERNAL_PORT>"
    volumes:
      - ./data:/app/data
    restart: unless-stopped

Key Features

Import GPX/KML trip files
Visualize trips on OpenStreetMap
Organize trips with notes and photos
Dockerized for easy deployment
Privacy-focused data storage

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Dawarich hard to install?

No—Dawarich uses Docker, so installation is simple with Docker Compose. You need a server with Docker installed, pull the image, configure basic env vars (like database settings), and start the container. No complex dependencies are required.

? Is it a good alternative to Google Maps Timeline?

Yes—if you prioritize privacy. Unlike Google’s service, your data stays on your server. It supports importing GPX files from Google Timeline and lets you organize trips with notes/photos, though it lacks real-time tracking features.

? Is Dawarich completely free?

Yes—Dawarich is open-source under the MIT License. There are no subscription fees or hidden costs. You can self-host, modify, and distribute it freely as per the license terms.

Top Alternatives

Google Maps Timeline Search Google

Strava Compare

MapMyTrip Search Google

Tool Info

Pricing Open Source

Category Maps and Global Positioning System (GPS)

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ No third-party data sharing (self-hosted)
⊕ Supports multiple trip file formats
⊕ Lightweight and resource-efficient
⊕ Open-source (customizable)

Cons

⊖ No real-time GPS tracking (post-trip focus)
⊖ Web-based only (no mobile app)
⊖ Requires basic server knowledge
⊖ Smaller community than mainstream tools