Provides forward and reverse geocoding using OpenStreetMap data for converting place names to coordinates and vice versa.
Click on "Install Server".
Wait a few minutes for the server to deploy. Once ready, it will show a "Started" state.
In the chat, type @ followed by the MCP server name and your instructions, e.g., "@mcp-photon what are the coordinates of the Statue of Liberty?"
That's it! The server will respond to your query, and you can continue using it as needed.
Here is a step-by-step guide with screenshots.
Photon MCP — OSM geocoder
Part of Pipeworx — an MCP gateway connecting AI agents to 965+ live data sources.
Tool | Description |
| Forward geocode — place name → coordinates. Strong on partial / autocomplete-style queries. |
| Reverse geocode — coordinates → nearest place name. |
Related MCP server: chuk-mcp-geocoder
Add to your MCP client (Claude Desktop, Cursor, Windsurf, etc.):
{
"mcpServers": {
"photon": {
"url": "https://gateway.pipeworx.io/photon/mcp"
}
}
}Or connect to the full Pipeworx gateway for access to all 965+ data sources:
{
"mcpServers": {
"pipeworx": {
"url": "https://gateway.pipeworx.io/mcp"
}
}
}Instead of calling tools directly, you can ask questions in plain English:
ask_pipeworx({ question: "your question about Photon data" })The gateway picks the right tool and fills the arguments automatically.
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