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How can I know if a charging station will be available when I arrive?

September 19, 2025
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How can I know if a charging station will be available when I arrive?

You might have experienced this before: there’s nothing more frustrating than arriving at a charging station only to find it already in use… 🤦🏻‍♀️

With public charging infrastructure expanding fast, real-time availability remains a major concern for EV drivers.

The good news? With the Chargemap app, you can view the real-time status of charging stations connected to our services* and plan your stops with confidence. Here’s how it works 👇

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Key Takeaways

Plan your trips in advance with Chargemap

In the Chargemap app, the availability of charging stations is displayed directly on the map at a glance:

Blue icons mean that the station has at least one available connector. You might also see something like 3/4, which means 3 out of 4 connectors are free.

Dark grey icons indicate that all connectors at the station are currently in use.

Light grey icons represent stations that are out of service.

👉 For a detailed view by connector, simply open the station information sheet.


How does real-time availability work?

To display the status of a charging station, Chargemap connects directly to the systems of partner charging networks. These operators continuously share the live status of their stations: available connector, in use, or temporarily out of service. The app then translates this data and displays it clearly on the map.

With Chargemap, no more guesswork – real-time station availability helps you charge with peace of mind and plan your stops with confidence.

*Stations compatible with the Chargemap Pass

Find available charging stations throughout Europe.

Download or update your Chargemap app.

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