Proposal:Queues
| Queues | |
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| Proposal status: | Proposed (under way) |
| Proposed by: | Jxpsert |
| Tagging: | queue=*
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| Applies to: |  
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| Definition: | A proposal for simple and uniform queue tagging |
| Statistics: |
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| Draft started: | 2026-09-03 |
| RFC start: | 2026-09-03 |
Proposal
Currently, queues are often mapped with descriptive names. Like "Fast Pass lane", "Priority queue", etc. Or, in many cases, no tagging at all to indicate they are a queue. There is currently no clear way to designate a way as a queue, nor the type of queue.
This new key can be used broadly; not only in theme parks, but other attractions too - any way meant for waiting.
Rationale
The key queue=* was chosen due to its simplicity and versatility.
It can be used on multiple kinds of highways - though, most are footways.
Tagging
A queue should be tagged with;
The queue key
The queue=* key is used to describe what kind of queue it is.
| Value | Description | Image |
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queue=regular |
A 'regular' entrance queue. | |
queue=single |
A queue for people who are alone, not in a group. Often called 'Single Rider' queues. | |
queue=priority |
A queue for people with priority. Think about priority bookings, but also 'Fast Passes', 'Fast Lane', etc. in theme parks. The exact type of priority could be detailed using ref=*. |
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queue=virtual |
A virtual queue. Guests sign up to wait digitally, and are then called to the queue when it's their turn to go. See this Wikipedia article for more information. | |
queue=disabled |
A queue for disabled or otherwise differently-abled people. | |
queue=family |
A queue for families. |
Examples
Existing cases
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Descriptive queue names in theme park Efteling, Netherlands -
Queues in Alton Towers, UK. No descriptive names, but no indication it's a queue either. -
The same applies for this queue in Disneyland Paris, France. -
In Disneyland LA, USA, some descriptive names are used. -
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A queue in Europa-Park, Germany, descriptively named "Erste Reihe" ("First Row").
New tagging
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An example using Efteling's Max and Moritz entrance.
Rendering
Queues should, due to their nature, be rendered with arrows, just like oneway=yes. While going back in the queue is not forbidden, queues have a clear direction which matters when rendered.
Queues where it is forbidden to turn back should be tagged with oneway=yes.
External discussions
OpenStreetMap Community forum post
Comments
Please comment on the discussion page.