As a Pokémon Go trainer you will have to walk many kilometers through concrete jungles and wide moors to participate in all activities. It doesn’t matter if you’re just going to get some items from a Pokéstop, catch new Pokémon, conquer a gym, or defeat a raid boss, all activities in Pokémon Go require you to leave the house.
On sunny days at the weekend, none of that is a problem, and perhaps one of the main reasons for the game’s success. But what if it is raining hard outside or if you only have half an hour to spare? Especially then it is important that you inform yourself in advance and already plan where you will go in order to take the necessary actions without making any detours. Niantic has already made some tools for this itself. Currently the ?? Nearby ?? tab already a help.
However, this only provides information about what is happening in the environment around you, and it is not always clear or useful. Fortunately, you shouldn’t rely on it. Many loyal fans and hobby programmers have programmed their own apps or websites that can give you a lot more information. We have tested the different options and present you the best apps and maps below.
Less ethical but useful if you can’t leave the house are the various tricks that exist to walk around in Pokémon Go without stepping out. For more information, read this page: Pokémon GO hack – GPS spoof and bots for Android and iOS.
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Or of course our Pokémon Go: Gym guide.
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Pokémon Go: Maps and maps for raids, gyms, Pokémon, PokéStops, and more
Niantic itself is not a fan of these services, as they very often request data from the servers and are therefore heavily loaded. It is therefore possible that these services are blocked by Niantic at some point. That has happened many times in the past. Fortunately, there are still a few that still work and do everything you need to.
So let’s take a look at the Pokémon Go maps that show you the locations of all Pokémon, the nests, pokéstops, gyms, raids and more without having to run half the globe. That makes it a lot easier and more efficient to play. Essentially, there are two different types of Pokémon Go maps:
- The so-called live maps that are updated in real time and show you where which Pokémon are
- The other kind of map are the cards where the traines manually fill in themselves where you can find nests, Pokémon and gyms.
Pokémon Go maps in the Netherlands and Belgium
Unfortunately, Belgium and the Netherlands remain small, unimportant countries on a world level and so we cannot assume that the maps have as much information here as in, for example, the United States. Fortunately, we have found a few maps that are quite complete. Let’s hope Niantic doesn’t decide now to shut them down immediately. To be on the safe side, we give you several options, just in case.
- GymHuntr: Just like so many maps, this one comes from the United States, but luckily it also works in the Netherlands and Belgium. The site specializes in gyms and raids, but also shows you Pokémon locations and other things. Simply enter your zip code or city name at the top of the page, highlight the area with your mouse and click the “Scan” button.
- Pokehunter.co: for those who like to lend a hand. This service allows you to scan manually selected areas. There is also a feature to find raids.
- The Silph Road: This website is a collection of information from the community. You can search where Pokémon nests are located near you, as well as see gyms and raids.
- Pokemongomap.info: Pokemongomap is one of the most famous maps and specializes in gyms and pokéstops. Trainers can, however, add more information that also shows you where Pokémon nests are and where all Pokéstops are.
- Pokemap.net: Meanwhile one of the oldest Pokémon Go maps, but still one of the most reliable and complete. Especially the search function for a specific Pokémon is very useful if you want to fill a few holes in your Pokédex.
- PokémonGoMap.info: is especially useful if you are looking for Gyms and especially Raids in your area. The scanner is quite fast and has clear icons that indicate when a Raid starts, which level that Raid is and which Team controls the Gym.
Don’t forget that for some Pokémon, no matter how hard you search, you won’t find them nearby. Some Pokémon can only be found on a few continents. For a list of these region-exclusive Pokémon, check out Pokémon Go: Regional Pokémon Gen 3 to Gen 1 – where are the exclusive Pokémon.
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Pokémon locations in Pokémon Go
Where are those Pokémon now in Pokémon Go? Well, everywhere actually. But the different Pokémon locations are not random. Certain types of Pokémon only exist in specific regions or areas. For example, if you live near a wooded area, chances are you will catch a grass Pokémon. At a river you will find a water Pokémon. Logical right?
Not quite. For psycho Pokémons, you have to look around hospitals, but you may also find a normal Pokémon that has been lost. If the river is next to an airport, you might encounter a flight of Pokémon on the bank. So this list of where to find Pokémon only gives a good indication of the different locations where you can find which Pokémon.
So don’t give up searching if you don’t immediately catch a dragon in a castle. Stroll around, enjoy the view, and wait patiently for the rare Pokémon to emerge.
Normal : These Pokémon can be found almost everywhere, including forests, meadows, and countless other places.
Where to find normal Pokémon: Squares, lawns, streets of all kinds, schools, universities, restaurants, libraries, stadiums and basically just about anywhere.
Stone (Stone) Logically, you can find these robust Pokémon near sturdy structures. Search near large buildings in the city, industrial area or quarries. A normal road is a bit too small, but a large parking lot or highway will give you a better chance of finding them.
Where to find stone Pokémon: Quarries, urban environments, parking lots and major highways, major industrial areas.
Steel (Steel): Where can you find steel? In a steel mill, of course, but because you don’t find these everywhere, Steel Pokémon are also happy with places where you can find the final product. A train station with a large platform or a modern office building is an excellent hunting ground.
Where to find steel Pokémon: In modern buildings, railways (kids, don’t play on the railways!).
Grass (Grass): Villagers will encounter this species countless times. However, you have to look a little further in the city. A park or playground is a logical first choice. The suburb with its large gardens also yields a lot of grass Pokémon.
Where to find grass Pokémon: Fields, farms, gardens, all kinds of green spaces, playgrounds, green living areas.
Ground: Sounds easy right? You will find land everywhere. Still, this Pokémon is a bit pickier. Agricultural land is very popular or, for example, an open area around an airport or railway. As long as there is no more concrete. Where you see brown ground, keep your eyes open.
Where to find land Pokémon: Railways and airports (kids, note: no Pokémon is worth getting under a 747!), All open fields such as fields and fields, canals, rivers, parking lots with sandy soil.
Dragons (Dragon): Dragons speak to everyone’s imagination. Is this Pokémon species aware of its legendary status, though? You will only find them around well-known sights in the city or in the countryside. The more famous the place, the more likely a dragon will show itself.
Where to find dragon Pokémon: Famous places and sights in cities and in the countryside (castles for example).
Fairy (Fairy): Less choosy than dragons. You can find this species near smaller monuments, a village square or a church. Or even the cemetery behind the church.
Where to find fairy Pokémon: Graveyards, churches, sights and monuments.
Water (Water): What do you think? On the water, of course. You’ll find them dry on the bank, so Pokémon trainers who can’t swim shouldn’t worry. Search in a harbor, on the banks of a canal or river and of course the sea. Don’t forget swimming ponds on hot days.
Where to find water Pokémon: Wherever there is water, rivers, the sea, lakes, sea and marinas, canals.
Spook (Ghost): If you’re a scaredy-cat, you better leave this Pokémon kind behind. You can of course find them in the vicinity of a cemetery, according to good creepy habit. Be careful: a cemetery is a serene place, so always treat your surroundings and people in the neighborhood with respect.
Where to find ghost Pokémon: Cemetery, graveyard.
Dark (Dark): Where is it often dark? Think of a cinema, a theater or opera. For some reason, these Pokémon clearly have an artistic side to them. Although you can sometimes find them in the cemetery.
Where to find dark Pokémon: Cinemas, theaters, opera houses, graveyards.
Insect (Bug) / Fly (Flying): Both species live in similar areas. If you like the countryside, farms, forests and open meadows, you will quickly collect a lot of insect and fly Pokémon. In the city you have the chance to catch this species around airports, large companies and playgrounds.
Where to find insect and fly Pokémon: In the countryside, fields, fields, large parks and playgrounds.
Ice: It may sound difficult to catch this type of Pokémon during the summer, unless you live in the high mountains, of course. Glaciers and ski centers are their favorite locations. Sometimes you can also find them lost on a green lawn. In any case, expect their population to increase sharply during the winter months.
Where to find ice Pokémon: In the grass (even if it hasn’t frozen!), Glaciers and ski areas.
Psychic (Psychic): These paranormal Pokémon can be found near hospitals, sanatoriums, and other health facilities. Be careful: do not bother staff at these centers and do not go to places where you are allowed to go. The fence or parking lot around the hospital is close enough to catch a psychic Pokémon.
Where to find psychic Pokémon: Hospitals and other health facilities.
Electric (Electric): Wherever there is a lot of electricity and electricity. Remember our warning: catch Pokémon from a safe distance. Stay away from areas or installations with danger signs. You can also find this species in commercial areas that consume a lot of power.
Where to find Electric Pokémon: Commercial areas (shopping centers, for example), factories, and power plants.
Fire: You don’t have to become an arsonist to catch a fire Pokémon. Just walk around a residential area and these fiery creatures will be flying around your ears.
Where to find Fire Pokémon: Residential areas and neighborhoods.
Fight: These Pokémon like competition. Find these fighters around a fitness center, sports hall, football field or stadium. You should be able to smell the testosterone and the competition drive in the air.
Where to find fighting Pokémon: Stadiums, arenas and fitness centers.
The Pokémon Go Johto Throwback Challenge 2020 is here. Did you know that there is now also Pokémon Go Trading, with which you can trade Pokémon with friends? Or do you need even more Pokémon Go tips and tricks? Like the new Pokémon Go Research Quests to catch the Pokémon Go Mew. Do you already know everything about Pokémon Go Raids and Pokémon Go Gyms? Also, always remember that you can hatch Pokémon Go Eggs, or use a Pokémon Go Map to catch the Pokémon Go Legendary Pokémon and Pokémon Go Gen 3 Pokémon of all different Pokémon Go Types.
Poison (Poison): These sickly Pokémons hide in swampy and swampy areas. Put on your boots and bad clothes before you hit the road!
Where to find poison Pokémon: Swamps (watch out and don’t let them dig you up like bog body in 400 years!)
Before walking or cycling to those places, remember that they are general guidelines. You may find a Pokémon of a certain species in an area where you would not normally find it. It is about probability calculation. There is a chance that you will encounter a water Pokémon in an industrial area, but that is much less likely than you would encounter the same Pokémon in Pokémon GO by the sea.
