As someone who works on GEOINT (Geospatial Intelligence) projects, I’ve realized the power of using Overpass Turbo to analyze geographic locations. Whether it’s for an OSINT investigation, a CTF challenge, or just gathering specific data about an area, Overpass Turbo gives you the ability to query OpenStreetMap and get detailed, real-time geographic information.
In this post, I’ll explain how Overpass Turbo works, how you can create powerful custom queries to find exactly what you’re looking for, and the advantages it offers when working with location data.
I’ll also walk you through a real-world example of how to use it to pinpoint train stations in Berlin.
Why Use Overpass Turbo for GEOINT?
Overpass Turbo allows you to create highly targeted searches for geographic information. The OpenStreetMap database, which it queries, contains an enormous amount of information about the…