How to make a poster from Strava

Supported file formats

Strava exports GPX from the activity detail page. The original file recorded by your device may have been FIT or TCX, but Strava re-exports it as GPX — which works perfectly in Route Posters.

Route Posters supports GPX, TCX, FIT, and KML files — the standard formats exported by GPS watches, cycling computers, and fitness platforms.

Step-by-step: from Strava to a printed poster

1. 1

   Open the activity on Strava

   Go to strava.com and navigate to the activity you want to turn into a poster. You can also do this in the Strava mobile app.

2. 2

   Open the actions menu

   On the web, click the ⋯ (three-dot) button near the top-right of the activity page. In the app, tap the wrench or ⋯ icon. Look for an "Export" or "Download" option.

3. 3

   Choose Export GPX

   Select "Export GPX" from the menu. Strava will download a .gpx file containing your complete route track.

4. 4

   Open the Route Posters editor

   Go to Route Posters and click "Create poster" to open the editor in your browser.

5. 5

   Drop your GPX file into the editor

   Drag and drop the .gpx file onto the editor canvas, or click the upload area to browse for the file. The editor parses your track instantly.

6. 6

   Customise your poster

   Pick a map style, template, colour scheme, and typography. Your real stats — distance, time, pace, elevation gain — are read automatically from the file.

7. 7

   Download PNG or print PDF

   When you are happy with the design, export a high-resolution PNG or a print-ready PDF at 300 dpi, sized for A3/A2 printing.