Reverse GPX Direction

Flip your route to ride it in the opposite direction.

Your file never leaves your browser

Drag & drop your .gpx file here

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How It Works

1. Upload

Drag & drop or select your GPX file

2. Preview

See your route with direction arrows

3. Download

Click reverse, then download your flipped route

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When to Reverse a GPX Route

  • Downloaded a route that goes the wrong direction
  • Want to ride a familiar route in reverse for variety
  • Need to match a group ride's planned direction
  • Recorded a route and want to create a return file

Frequently Asked Questions

Reversing a route lets you ride or hike it in the opposite direction. This is useful when you've downloaded a route that goes the wrong way, or when you want to experience a familiar route from a different perspective.

Yes. Your file never leaves your browser. All processing happens locally on your device.

No, elevation data is preserved. The route will show the same climbs and descents, just in reverse order.

Browse our cycling routes at therideatlas.com/routes for curated rides across Europe, complete with GPX downloads, climb profiles, and local recommendations.