Velen / Novigrad, Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Map

Map of Velen and Novigrad. It contains all areas available in the core version of the game, as well as those added in the Hearts of Stone DLC.

The former Temerian province of Velen has become a war-ravaged no man's land.

Once part of Redania, Novigrad now has the status of a free city. It is the world's largest city and, without a doubt, the richest as well. Cradle of the cult of the Eternal Fire, it is now home to the church of the same name. It is ruled officially by the head of the church, referred to as the hierarch, though its underworld crime bosses also have a great deal of say in matters.

Markers on the map

Points of interest

Places of Power

On your first visit to the place of power you will gain an additional ability point.

Aard
Axii
Igni
Igni
Quen
Quen
Yrden
YrdenIt is best to visit this place while doing the Magic Lamp quest.

Witcher Gear

It is always some kind of box, chest or a corpse containing witcher gear diagrams required for scavenger hunt quests.

Cat School Gear (Crossbow)Diagram: Feline crossbow and Mage's notes. Related quests: Scavenger Hunt: Cat School Gear (17).
Cat School Gear (Silver Sword)Jump down and use the aard sign to destroy one of the walls. On the other side you will find a skeleton - Diagram: Feline silver sword and Professor Sigismund Gloger's notes. Related quests: Scavenger Hunt: Cat School Gear (17).
Cat School Gear (Steel Sword)Diagram: Feline steel sword and Prince Adrien's journal. The chest is in the basement. Related quests: Scavenger Hunt: Cat School Gear (17).
Cat School Gear (Whole Armor)Kill Mad Kiyan (17) in the labolatory located in the Passages under Temple Isle. He drops: Diagram: Feline trousers, Diagram: Feline gauntlets, Diagram: Feline boots, Diagram: Feline armor, Laboratory notebook, and Moonblade (Silver Sword). Related quests: Scavenger Hunt: Cat School Gear (17).
Enhanced Cat School Gear (Boots)Diagram: Enhanced Feline boots.
Enhanced Cat School Gear (Chest Armor)Diagram: Enhanced Feline armor. Related quests: Scavenger Hunt: Cat School Gear Upgrade Diagrams - Part 1 (23).
Enhanced Cat School Gear (Gauntlets)Diagram: Enhanced Feline gauntlets. Related quests: Scavenger Hunt: Cat School Gear Upgrade Diagrams - Part 2 (23).
Enhanced Cat School Gear (Silver Sword)Diagram: Feline silver sword - enhanced. Related quests: Scavenger Hunt: Cat School Gear Upgrade Diagrams - Part 1 (23).
Enhanced Cat School Gear (Steel Sword)Diagram: Feline steel sword - enhanced. Related quests: Scavenger Hunt: Cat School Gear Upgrade Diagrams - Part 2 (23).
Enhanced Cat School Gear (Trousers)Diagram: Enhanced Feline trousers. The chest is located in a secret compartment in the tunnels under the blacksmith's house. Related quests: Scavenger Hunt: Cat School Gear Upgrade Diagrams - Part 2 (23).
Enhanced Griffin School Gear (Boots)Diagram: Enhanced Griffin boots. There is a Forktail (18) flying around. Related quests: Scavenger Hunt: Griffin School Gear Upgrade Diagrams - Part 1 (18).
Enhanced Griffin School Gear (Chest Armor)Diagram: Enhanced Griffin armor. Related quests: Scavenger Hunt: Griffin School Gear Upgrade Diagrams - Part 2 (18).
Enhanced Griffin School Gear (Gauntlets)Diagram: Enhanced Griffin gauntlets. Use the aard sign to break the rocks blocking the entrance to the cave. Related quests: Scavenger Hunt: Griffin School Gear Upgrade Diagrams - Part 2 (18).
Enhanced Griffin School Gear (Silver Sword)Diagram: Griffin silver sword - enhanced. Related quests: Scavenger Hunt: Griffin School Gear Upgrade Diagrams - Part 2 (18).
Enhanced Griffin School Gear (Steel Sword)Diagram: Griffin steel sword - enhanced. Related quests: Scavenger Hunt: Griffin School Gear Upgrade Diagrams - Part 1 (18).
Enhanced Griffin School Gear (Trousers)Diagram: Enhanced Griffin trousers. Related quests: Scavenger Hunt: Griffin School Gear Upgrade Diagrams - Part 1 (18).
Enhanced Wolf School Gear (Boots)Diagram: Enhanced Wolven boots. Related quests: Scavenger Hunt: Wolf School Gear Upgrade Diagrams - Part 1 (21).
Enhanced Wolf School Gear (Chest Armor)Diagram: Enhanced Wolven armor. Related quests: Scavenger Hunt: Wolf School Gear Upgrade Diagrams - Part 1 (21).
Enhanced Wolf School Gear (Silver Sword)Diagram: Wolven silver sword - enhanced. The chest is located in a cave which can be accessed through the Well. Related quests: Scavenger Hunt: Wolf School Gear Upgrade Diagrams - Part 1 (21).
Griffin School Gear (Silver Sword)Diagram: Griffin silver sword, and Crafting notes. Related quests: Scavenger Hunt: Griffin School Gear (11).
Griffin School Gear (Steel Sword)Diagram: Griffin steel sword, and Balstick's letter. Related quests: Scavenger Hunt: Griffin School Gear (11).
Griffin School Gear (Whole Armor)Diagram: Griffin armor, Diagram: Griffin trousers, Diagram: Griffin boots, Diagram: Griffin gauntlets, and Witcher George's journal. The chest is located in the largest cavern of the Dragonslayer's Grotto. Related quests: Scavenger Hunt: Griffin School Gear (11).
Mastercrafted Bear School Gear (Silver Sword)Diagram: Ursine silver sword - mastercrafted. Related quests: Scavenger Hunt: Bear School Gear Upgrade Diagrams - Part 4 (34).
Mastercrafted Bear School Gear (Steel Sword)Diagram: Ursine steel sword - mastercrafted. Related quests: Scavenger Hunt: Bear School Gear Upgrade Diagrams - Part 4 (34).
Mastercrafted Bear School Gear (Whole Armor)Diagram: Mastercrafted Ursine armor, Diagram: Mastercrafted Ursine gauntlets, Diagram: Mastercrafted Ursine trousers and Diagram: Mastercrafted Ursine boots. Related quests: Scavenger Hunt: Bear School Gear Upgrade Diagrams - Part 4 (34).
Mastercrafted Wolf School Gear (Chest Armor)Diagram: Mastercrafted Wolven armor. Related quests: Scavenger Hunt: Wolf School Gear Upgrade Diagrams - Part 5 (34).
Mastercrafted Wolf School Gear (Silver Sword)Diagram: Wolven silver sword - mastercrafted. Related quests: Scavenger Hunt: Wolf School Gear Upgrade Diagrams - Part 5 (34).
Mastercrafted Wolf School Gear (Steel Sword)Diagram: Wolven steel sword - mastercrafted. The chest is located under the stairs in the hold of a sunken ship. Related quests: Scavenger Hunt: Wolf School Gear Upgrade Diagrams - Part 5 (34).
Superior Bear School Gear (Silver Sword)Diagram: Ursine silver sword - superior. Ches is inside the Foglet Cave. Related quests: Scavenger Hunt: Bear School Gear Upgrade Diagrams - Part 3 (30).
Superior Bear School Gear (Steel Sword)Diagram: Ursine steel sword - superior. Area is guarded by an earth elemental (25). Related quests: Scavenger Hunt: Bear School Gear Upgrade Diagrams - Part 3 (30).
Superior Bear School Gear (Whole Armor)Diagram: Superior Ursine armor, Diagram: Superior Ursine gauntlets, Diagram: Superior Ursine trousers, and Diagram: Superior Ursine boots. Related quests: Scavenger Hunt: Bear School Gear Upgrade Diagrams - Part 3 (30).
Superior Cat School Gear (Silver Sword)Diagram: Feline silver sword - superior. Climb a bit and use Aard sign to destroy stalagmites blocking the way. Related quests: Scavenger Hunt: Cat School Gear Upgrade Diagrams - Part 3 (29).
Superior Cat School Gear (Steel Sword)Diagram: Feline steel sword - superior. Chest is inside the monster den. Related quests: Scavenger Hunt: Cat School Gear Upgrade Diagrams - Part 3 (29).
Superior Cat School Gear (Whole Armor)Diagram: Superior Feline armor, Diagram: Superior Feline gauntlets, Diagram: Superior Feline trousers, and Diagram: Superior Feline boots. Area is guarded by an earth elemental (27). Related quests: Scavenger Hunt: Cat School Gear Upgrade Diagrams - Part 3 (29).

Quest Givers

Places where you can get new quests to play.

Albin HartRelated quests: Bitter Harvest (9), Fake Papers.
An invitation to the Memorial DerbyRelated quests: Race: The Great Erasmus Vegelbud Memorial Derby.
BanditsRelated quests: Novigrad, Closed City II.
BertramRelated quests: Little Red (15).
Dagmar and PrebenRelated quests: A Greedy God (7).
Distraught WomanRelated quests: Defender of the Faith (10).
DoloresRelated quests: The Fall of the House of Reardon (6).
EaldormanHe will be here after you finish the "Contract: The Merry Widow" quest and then wait a few days. Related quests: Witcher Wannabe (10).
Event: AlghoulsHelp the peasants kill the alghouls (6).
Event: Bridge BlockadeThree bandits (3) are blocking the bridge. Pay them (50 crowns), use Delusion (1) or kill them. Using Delusion will give you the most XP.
Event: Caravan AttackTwo merchants, Anselm and Griswold, were attacked by their own bodyguards, who turned out to be ordinary bandits. Help the merchants to kill the robbers and you will receive XP and 20 coins. Once you save them, they'll go to Crow's Perch where you will be able to trade with them.
Event: ChildWhen you talk to him, he will start running to a nearby alley where you will be attacked by four bandits (14).
Event: CroupierAvailable during "A Matter of Life and Death" quest. Play gwent with three opponents and win cards: Milva, Vampire: Bruxa, and Dandelion.
Event: DrunkardsTwo drunken butchers asking for a donation. You'll meet them while doing the "Destination: Skellige" quest. Give them 25 crowns (low XP), use Delusion (1) (high XP) or refuse them and beat one of them in a fistfight (medium XP).
Event: ElfYou can chase away two men harassing an elf. Don't expect any gratitude.
Event: Fake BasiliskTalk to the Beast Tamer then kill the wyvern (10).
Event: Help the ElvesThree townsmen (7) beating two elves. If you want to help the elves, you have to kill people.
Event: Hungry KidsKill the wild dog (4) and then talk to the children hiding in the house. Give them something to eat or some money (25 coins) and you'll get a doll and In Beast's Clothing book (Torn-out page: Werewolf decoction, and bestiary entries for Werewolves and Ulfhedinn) from them.
Event: John Verdun #1Kill two drowners (4) and untie the Temerian deserter. If you do that, you'll meet him again - Event: John Verdun #2.
Event: John Verdun #2You'll meet him here if you saved him from the drowners before - Event: John Verdun #1. You can either take his money (50 crowns + some XP) or kill him and his comrades.
Event: LootersFor 525 coins you can buy a relic steel sword - Mourner from them, and get some experience points. Or you can kill them and loot this sword from a corpse of one of them (No XP in this case).
Event: LootersKill them (4,5) to get some XP.
Event: Nekker SoupHelp troll Boris get gid of the nekkers (2). He will give you the Elf head. 25 XP.
Event: PreacherTalk to him and you'll get some XP.
Event: Ronvid of the Small Marsh #1This is where you'll meet Ronvid for the first time. Beat him in a duel.
Event: Ronvid of the Small Marsh #2This is where you'll meet Ronvid for the second time. Beat him in a duel. This time he'll have a shield.
Event: Ronvid of the Small Marsh #3This is where you'll meet Ronvid for the third time. You can fight him and kill him and his two mates, or use Delusion (2) and convince him that he should go home. 50 XP (+40 XP if you used delusion).
Event: StrumpetYou can use Delusion (1) - 40 XP, threaten the man - no XP, tell the woman you can make the man leave - 10 XP or leave as requested - no XP. In the first three cases, it will turn out that these two were just playing.
Friendly DogKill some wolves (9) that attack the dog. Related quests: A Dog's Life (5).
Gascoigne & VictorRelated quests: Novigrad Hospitality (8).
Gert BorelRelated quests: Hazardous Goods.
GuardRelated quests: Warehouse of Woe (13).
Hans of CidarisRelated quests: Contract: The Creature from Oxenfurt Forest (35).
LeslavRelated quests: Contract: Swamp Thing (12).
LussiRelated quests: Novigrad, Closed City (11).
Mysterious MerchantRelated quests: Hey, You Wanna Look at my Stuff? (6).
NidasRelated quests: Black Pearl (13).
Nilfgaardian DeserterRelated quests: Lynch Mob (7).
Nilfgaardian WomanRelated quests: Blood Ties (12).
Ofieri MerchantHe sells: Francesca Findabair - Hope of the Aen Seidhe, Eredin Bréacc Glas - The Treacherous, and Gaunter O'Dimm: Darkness cards, Ofieri blinders (55 Horse's Fear Level), Ofieri saddlebags (100 Maximum inventory weight). Related quests: From Ofier's Distant Shores (33), Races: Swift as the Western Winds (32).
Old WomanRelated quests: Last Rites (9).
PeasantRelated quests: Spooked Mare (12).
Priest of Eternal FireRelated quests: Funeral Pyres (3).
Professor VairmontRelated quests: A Tome Entombed (13).
Redanian SoldierRelated quests: Thou Shalt Not Pass (7).
Redanian SoldierRelated quests: Thou Shalt Not Pass (7).
Shady merchantRelated quests: Fake Papers.
TrollololoRelated quests: The Volunteer (13).
YaninaRelated quests: Empty Coop.
Young WomanRelated quests: Love's Cruel Snares (10).
Zoltan ChivayYou'll meet him here when you finish "A Poet Under Pressure" quest. Related quests: A Dangerous Game (12).

Notice Boards

Offers of work for the witchers are posted here. Return from time to time to notice boards you've already seen becouse new contracts might have been posted since your last visit.

Alness Notice Board
Brunwich Notice BoardRelated quests: Without a Trace.
Cunny of the Goose Notice BoardRelated quests: Contract: Lord of the Wood (25).
Downwarren Notice BoardRelated quests: Contract: Swamp Thing (12).
Gildorf Notice BoardRelated quests: Contract: Doors Slamming Shut (24), High Stakes (26).
Harborside Notice BoardRelated quests: Contract: Deadly Delights (15), Gwent: Big City Players.
Inn at the Crossroads Notice BoardRelated quests: Contract: Missing Brother (33), Wild at Heart (7).
Mulbrydale Notice BoardRelated quests: Wild at Heart (7).
Nilfgaardian Camp Notice BoardRelated quests: Contract: Patrol Gone Missing (7).
Pontar Bridge Notice BoardRelated quests: Contract: Woodland Beast (6).
Seven Cats Inn Notice BoardRelated quests: Enchanting: Start-up Costs (32), Evil's Soft First Touches (32).
Yantra Notice BoardRelated quests: Contract: The Apiarian Phantom (14).

Quest-related

Places, NPCs and other elements related in some way to the quests available in the game.

Abandoned CampRelated quests: Contract: Patrol Gone Missing (7).
Apiarian Phantom TracksRelated quests: Contract: The Apiarian Phantom (14).
Archibald O'NeillRelated quests: Fists of Fury: Novigrad (23).
Attack SiteRelated quests: From Ofier's Distant Shores (33).
Bandits' HideoutRelated quests: From Ofier's Distant Shores (33).
BoatwrightRelated quests: Gwent: Velen Players.
Caesar Bilzen's House
Captain LigladRelated quests: Destination: Skellige (16).
Cat Witcher's StashAvailable only when doing the "Take What You Want" quest. Related quests: Take What You Want (25).
Chess ClubRelated quests: Get Junior (12).
ChetRelated quests: Contract: Shrieker (8).
Cleaver's HeadquartersThe entrance is on the south side. Related quests: Race: The Great Erasmus Vegelbud Memorial Derby, The Gangs of Novigrad (9).
Corpse of ZdenekRelated quests: Get Junior (12).
Damaged ShrineRelated quests: Defender of the Faith (10).
Doppler's HouseRelated quests: Contract: An Elusive Thief (13).
Durden the TailorRelated quests: Fists of Fury: Novigrad (23).
Fallen Knights' LabRelated quests: Rose on a Red Field (32).
Fisherman's HutRelated quests: Family Matters (6).
Fritz's HouseRelated quests: Novigrad, Closed City (11).
Grave Hag LairRelated quests: Contract: The Merry Widow (10).
GravediggerRelated quests: Contract: The Merry Widow (10).
Griffin's NestRelated quests: Contract: The Creature from Oxenfurt Forest (35).
HaddyRelated quests: Gwent: Velen Players.
Haunted HouseRelated quests: Haunted House (7), Novigrad Dreaming (7).
Holofernus MeiersdorfRelated quests: Contract: The Apiarian Phantom (14).
Huge TracksRelated quests: Contract: Mysterious Tracks (20).
HunterRelated quests: Contract: Mysterious Tracks (20).
Iron MortimerRelated quests: Fists of Fury: Novigrad (23).
Johnny's BurrowRelated quests: Ladies of the Wood (6), Return to Crookback Bog (9).
Julia Kenyon's HouseRelated quests: Scavenger Hunt: Cat School Gear (17).
Keira's BoatRelated quests: A Towerful of Mice (6).
La Valette ResidenceRelated quests: Broken Flowers (11).
Lumberjacks' WagonRelated quests: Contract: Lord of the Wood (25).
MarabellaRelated quests: Broken Flowers (11).
Margrave Henckel's HouseRelated quests: Count Reuven's Treasure (12).
Missing CaravanRelated quests: Contract: Phantom of the Trade Route (23).
Missing TransportRelated quests: A Favor for a Friend (6).
NiellenRelated quests: Wild at Heart (7).
Nilfgaardian SoldierYou'll meet him here if you've done the "On Death's Bed" quest. He's the soldier that Lena was dating.
Old Ambros BodyRelated quests: Forefathers' Eve (7).
Old Woman's Husband's GraveRelated quests: Last Rites (9).
Oxenfurt SewersRelated quests: Evil's Soft First Touches (32).
Pellar's HutRelated quests: A Princess in Distress (5), Family Matters (6).
Place of HauntingUse Keira's magic lamp here to conjure up a vision tied to this location's past. Related quests: A Towerful of Mice (6).
Place of HauntingUse Keira's magic lamp here to conjure up a vision tied to this location's past. Related quests: A Towerful of Mice (6).
Place of HauntingUse Keira's magic lamp here to conjure up a vision tied to this location's past. Related quests: A Towerful of Mice (6).
Putrid Grove GateRelated quests: Pyres of Novigrad (10).
Race Start LineRelated quests: Races: Crow's Perch.
Rosemary and ThymeRelated quests: Broken Flowers (11), Cabaret (14), Final Preparations.
Scoia'tael CampRelated quests: Spooked Mare (12).
Shani's ClinicRelated quests: Dead Man's Party (33).
ShrineRelated quests: Ladies of the Wood (6).
SmokehouseRelated quests: Family Matters (6).
Stone CircleRelated quests: Forefathers' Eve (7).
Sylvester AmelloRelated quests: Contract: An Elusive Thief (13).
Triss HouseRelated quests: Pyres of Novigrad (10).
Triss' HideoutRelated quests: A Matter of Life and Death (12).
Var Attre VillaRelated quests: Broken Flowers (11), Fencing Lessons (12).
VespulaRelated quests: Broken Flowers (11).
Vilmerius Hospital
Von Everec Family CryptRelated quests: Dead Man's Party (33).
WalterRelated quests: Novigrad, Closed City (11).
War OrphansRelated quests: Empty Coop.
White Lady's VictimsRelated quests: Contract: The White Lady (16).
Whoreson Junior's ArenaRelated quests: Get Junior (12), The Gangs of Novigrad (9).
Whoreson Junior's CasinoRelated quests: Get Junior (12), The Gangs of Novigrad (9).
Whoreson Junior's HouseRelated quests: Get Junior (12).
Whoreson's HideoutRelated quests: Get Junior (12).
Witch's HutRelated quests: Hunting a Witch (5).
Wounded Witch HunterRelated quests: Novigrad, Closed City II.
Zed's HouseRelated quests: A Dangerous Game (12).

Hidden Treasure Quests

Here you can find clues about the location of the hidden treasures.

A Costly Mistake (Quest)Kill the drowners foraging nearby and take the Smuggler's notes from the corpse lying next to the crashed boat. Related quests: A Costly Mistake (18).
A Plea Ignored (Quest)It's guarded by a grave hag (28). Loot the crumpled letter and the key to burned down house from the corpse. Related quests: A Plea Ignored (28).
A Surprise Inheritance (Quest)Related quests: A Surprise Inheritance (38).
An Unfortunate Turn of Events (Quest)
Battlefield Loot (Quest)It is guarded by a bilge hag (18). Related quests: Battlefield Loot (20).
Blood Gold (Quest)Related quests: Blood Gold (18).
Coast of Wrecks (Quest)
Corpse Next to a Big FossilKill the foglets (4), loot the Scratched key from the corpse then follow the footprints and find a small locked box.
Don't Play with the Gods (Quest)Related quests: Don't Play with the Gods (15).
Dowry (Quest)A basilisk (32) flies nearby. Related quests: Dowry (32).
Hidden from the World (Quest)
Locked DepotIt's guarded by a Fiend (22). Take the Bandit's key from the corpse and use it to open the wooden door. Two wooden chests that you will find inside are the treasure. Relic.
Lost Goods (Quest)
Out of the Frying Pan, into the Fire (Quest)
Queen Zuleyka's Treasure (Quest)Kill the pirates (7) and pick up Pirate's notes. Related quests: Queen Zuleyka's Treasure (4).
Sunken Chest (Quest)Related quests: Sunken Chest.
Sunken Treasure (Quest)Loot the Water-damaged letter from a corpse lying on the shore. Related quests: Sunken Treasure (4).
The Cursed Chapel (Quest)Related quests: The Cursed Chapel (36).
The Dead Have No Defense (Quest)Related quests: The Dead Have No Defense (9).
The Drakenborg Redemption (Quest)Related quests: The Drakenborg Redemption (38).
The Royal Air Force (Quest)Erynia (34) and a few harpies (34) flying nearby. Related quests: The Royal Air Force (36).
The Secret Life of Count Romilly (Quest)There is a leshen (37) and some wolves (35) nearby. Related quests: The Secret Life of Count Romilly (38).
The Sword, Famine and Perfidy (Quest)The entrance to the cellar is in the nearby hut. Related quests: The Sword, Famine and Perfidy (36).
The Things Men Do For Coin… (Quest)
Tinker, Hunter, Soldier, Spy (Quest)Related quests: Tinker, Hunter, Soldier, Spy (33).
Tough Luck (Quest)Related quests: Tough Luck (18).

Hidden Treasures

Here you can find the hidden treasures.

A Costly Mistake (Treasure)The chest is at the bottom next to the shipwreck. Related quests: A Costly Mistake (18).
A Plea Ignored (Treasure)Related quests: A Plea Ignored (28).
A Surprise Inheritance (Treasure)Related quests: A Surprise Inheritance (38).
Battlefield Loot (Treasure)Related quests: Battlefield Loot (20).
Blood Gold (Treasure)Related quests: Blood Gold (18).
ChestChest is inside the Elf's Hideout. It's the easiest to access during the "Magic Lamp" quest. It's guarded by a golem (6).
Don't Play with the Gods (Treasure)Related quests: Don't Play with the Gods (15).
Dowry (Treasure)Related quests: Dowry (32).
Hidden Treasure
Queen Zuleyka's Treasure (Treasure)The chest is located inside the sunken shipwreck. Related quests: Queen Zuleyka's Treasure (4).
Scratched Key BoxYou need the Scratched key to unlock it.
Sunken Chest (Treasure)Related quests: Sunken Chest.
Sunken Treasure (Treasure)The treasure is in the chest lying at the bottom next to the shipwreck. Related quests: Sunken Treasure (4).
The Cursed Chapel (Treasure)Related quests: The Cursed Chapel (36).
The Dead Have No Defense (Treasure)Related quests: The Dead Have No Defense (9).
The Drakenborg Redemption (Treasure)Related quests: The Drakenborg Redemption (38).
The Royal Air Force (Treasure)Related quests: The Royal Air Force (36).
The Secret Life of Count Romilly (Treasure)Related quests: The Secret Life of Count Romilly (38).
The Sword, Famine and Perfidy (Treasure)Related quests: The Sword, Famine and Perfidy (36).
Tinker, Hunter, Soldier, Spy (Treasure)Related quests: Tinker, Hunter, Soldier, Spy (33).
Tough Luck (Treasure)Related quests: Tough Luck (18).

Armorers

Armorers craft armor. Armorers and blacksmiths can salvage crafting components from any unneeded items you've gathered.

Fergus Graem / YoanaArmorer (Journeyman) / (Master) Yoana is a master armorer but first you have to do the "Master Armorers "quest. Related quests: Master Armorers (24).
Mulbrydale ArmorerArmorer (Amateur) a.k.a. Swordmith. He'll be here when you set him free.
Oxenfurt ArmorerArmorer (Journeyman)
Midcopse ArmorerArmorer (Amateur) He sells: Edwin Greloff's first map, Edwin Greloff's second map. Related quests: Scavenger Hunt: Griffin School Gear (11), Scavenger Hunt: Griffin School Gear Upgrade Diagrams - Part 1 (18), Scavenger Hunt: Griffin School Gear Upgrade Diagrams - Part 2 (18).
Novigrad ArmorerArmorer (Journeyman) He sells Edwin Greloff's third map, and Heavily faded notes by Hieronymus on the witcher Elgar. Related quests: Scavenger Hunt: Griffin School Gear Upgrade Diagrams - Part 3 (26), Scavenger Hunt: Wolf School Gear (14), Scavenger Hunt: Wolf School Gear Upgrade Diagrams - Part 4 (29).

Blacksmiths

Blacksmiths forge weapons. Armorers and blacksmiths can salvage crafting components from any unneeded items you've gathered.

Bald Mountain BlacksmithBlacksmith (Amateur)
BlacksmithBlacksmith (Amateur)
BlacksmithBlacksmith (Journeyman)
BlacksmithBlacksmith (Amateur)
Oxenfurt BlacksmithBlacksmith (Journeyman)
Blackbough BlacksmithBlacksmith (Amateur). He sells: Adalbert Kermith's second map. Related quests: Scavenger Hunt: Cat School Gear (17), Scavenger Hunt: Cat School Gear Upgrade Diagrams - Part 2 (23).
HattoriBlacksmith (Master). He will be available when you complete his quest - Of Swords and Dumplings. He sells: Edwin Greloff's fourth map, Well-preserved notes by Hieronymus on the witcher Elgar, and Worn-out and faded notes by Hieronymus on the witcher Elgar. Related quests: Of Swords and Dumplings (24), Scavenger Hunt: Griffin School Gear Upgrade Diagrams - Part 4 (34), Scavenger Hunt: Wolf School Gear (14), Scavenger Hunt: Wolf School Gear Upgrade Diagrams - Part 1 (21), Scavenger Hunt: Wolf School Gear Upgrade Diagrams - Part 5 (34).
Lindenvale BlacksmithBlacksmith (Amateur). He sells: Adalbert Kermith's fourth map, and Slightly torn notes by Hieronymus on the witcher Elgar. Related quests: Scavenger Hunt: Cat School Gear (17), Scavenger Hunt: Cat School Gear Upgrade Diagrams - Part 4 (34), Scavenger Hunt: Wolf School Gear (14), Scavenger Hunt: Wolf School Gear Upgrade Diagrams - Part 2 (21).

Merchants

Here you can buy or sell various items.

AnselmThe merchant you saved during the Event: Caravan Attack.
Artifacts MerchantRelated quests: Free Spirit (13), Of Dairy and Darkness (9).
Claywich MerchantYou must first release him - Persons in Distress. Gwent cards: Etolian Auxiliary Archers, Black Infantry Archer, Crinfrid Reavers Dragon Hunter, Puttkammer, Sweers.
Crow's Perch TraderGwent cards: Zerrikanian Fire Scorpion, Impera Brigade Guard, Nausicaa Cavalry Rider, Albrich. Related quests: Free Spirit (13).
ElihalTailor. He sells: Wolf mask, Harlequin mask, Bird mask, and elegant armor parts. Related quests: A Matter of Life and Death (12), Broken Flowers (11).
Elven MerchantHe'll be here when you free him from the bandits. Visit him and you will receive 50 crowns and 150 XP. He sells Addan Deith (Relic Silver Sword).
Lindenvale MerchantGwent cards: Poor F*cking Infantry, Etolian Auxiliary Archers, Black Infantry Archer, Heavy Zerrikanian Fire Scorpion, Rainfarn. Related quests: Free Spirit (13).
Loan SharkRelated quests: Free Spirit (13), In Wolf's Clothing (15).
Marcus T.K. HodgsonBooks. Related quests: Avid Collector (34), Message from an Old Friend.
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Midcopse MerchantGwent cards: Poor F*cking Infantry, Crinfrid Reavers Dragon Hunter, Blue Stripes Commando, Morteisen.
Mysterious MerchantRelated quests: Hey, You Wanna Look at my Stuff? (6).
Oreton TraderRugged saddlebags (+70 Maximum inventory weight)
Oxenfurt MerchantRelated quests: The Volunteer (13).
Quartermaster EggebrachtRelated quests: Blood Ties (12), Contract: Patrol Gone Missing (7).
Scoia'tael MerchantRelated quests: Gwent: Big City Players.
Shopkeeper
Vimme VivaldiYou can get a loan or convert some currency here. Related quests: Gwent: Big City Players.
Blackbough MerchantHe sells: Adalbert Kermith's first map. Related quests: Scavenger Hunt: Cat School Gear (17), Scavenger Hunt: Cat School Gear Upgrade Diagrams - Part 1 (23).
Crow's Perch QuartermasterHe sells: Adalbert Kermith's third map. Gwent cards: Blue Stripes Commando, Cynthia, Decoy, Nausicaa Cavalry Rider. Related quests: Contract: The Griffin from the Highlands (24), Scavenger Hunt: Cat School Gear (17), Scavenger Hunt: Cat School Gear Upgrade Diagrams - Part 3 (29).

Entrances

Arachas MineRelated quests: Contract: Missing Brother (33).
Bald MountainRelated quests: Bald Mountain (26).
Bloodrot PitRelated quests: Enchanting: Quality Has Its Price (32).
Cave Beneath the Whispering HillockRelated quests: Ladies of the Wood (6), The Whispering Hillock (5).
CellarRelated quests: The Fall of the House of Reardon (6).
Chort CaveRelated quests: Contract: Mysterious Tracks (20).
Ekimmara's LairRelated quests: Contract: The Mystery of the Byways Murders (22).
Elf's HideoutRelated quests: Wandering in the Dark (6).
Elf's Hideout (Exit)
Foglet CaveAn entrance masked by illusion. You need the Eye of Nehaleni to reveal it. Related quests: Contract: Swamp Thing (12).
Foglet CaveAn entrance masked by illusion. You need the Eye of Nehaleni to reveal it. Related quests: Contract: Swamp Thing (12).
Partisan CampRelated quests: Get Junior (12).
Philippa Eilhart's HideoutRelated quests: Redania's Most Wanted (12).
Shrieker's CaveRelated quests: Contract: Shrieker (8).
Werewolf's LairRelated quests: Wild at Heart (7).
Cave Entrance
Cave EntranceRelated quests: Contract: Phantom of the Trade Route (23).
Cave EntranceRelated quests: Contract: Patrol Gone Missing (7).
Dragonslayer's GrottoMany Wraiths (7) + Ekimmara (11). Related quests: Scavenger Hunt: Griffin School Gear (11).
Entrance
Entrance
Foglet CaveRelated quests: Contract: Swamp Thing (12).
Grotto
Monster DenThere is golem (19) here.
Monster DenMany Nekkers (18) + Rabid rock troll (16).
Passages under Temple IsleRelated quests: Scavenger Hunt: Cat School Gear (17).
Secret Passage to Junior's HideoutRelated quests: Get Junior (12).
Trolls' CaveNekker Warriors (6) and Nekkers (6). Related quests: A Deadly Plot (14).
Underwater TunnelRelated quests: Scavenger Hunt: Griffin School Gear (11).
Well

Taverns

Cunny of the Goose InnGwent cards: Havekar Healer, Scorch, Impera Brigade Guard, Young Emissary, Francesca Findabair - Daisy of the Valley.
Golden SturgeonGwent cards: Dol Blathanna Scout, Siege Technician, Mahakaman Defender, Barclay Els. Related quests: Destination: Skellige (16), Fists of Fury: Novigrad (23), Novigrad Dreaming (7).
Inn at the CrossroadsGwent cards: Commander's Horn, Siege Engineer, Impera Brigade Guard, Nausicaa Cavalry Rider, Emhyr var Emreis - His Imperial Majesty (Emperor of Nilfgaard (?). Related quests: Contract: Missing Brother (33), Fists of Fury: Velen (11), Gwent: Playing Innkeeps, The Nilfgaardian Connection (5).
Kingfisher InnGwent cards sold by Olivier: Mahakaman Defender, Havekar Smuggler, Vrihedd Brigade Veteran, Havekar Healer. Related quests: Broken Flowers (11), Contract: Doors Slamming Shut (24), Gwent: Playing Innkeeps.
Lindenvale InnGwent cards: Commander's Horn, Siege Engineer, Impera Brigade Guard, Nausicaa Cavalry Rider. Related quests: Fists of Fury: Velen (11).
PassifloraGwent cards sold by Marquise Serenity: Mahakaman Defender, Commander's Horn, Catapult, Dol Blathanna Archer. Related quests: A Deadly Plot (14), Gwent: Big City Players, High Stakes (26).
Seven Cats InnGwent cards: Havekar Smuggler, Mahakaman Defender, Decoy, Impera Brigade Guard, Young Emissary.
The AlchemyGwent cards sold by Stjepan: Commander's Horn. Related quests: Contract: The Oxenfurt Drunk (26), Dead Man's Party (33), Gwent: Playing Innkeeps, Rose on a Red Field (32).
The Nowhere Inn

Treasures

Places where there are usually chests containing some nice loot.

Chest
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ChestDestroy one of the walls in the hidden cave with the Aard sign.
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ChestMastercrafted racing saddle (55 Stamina).
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ChestThis chests is inside the Grotto.
ChestThe chest is located in a cave which can be accessed through a well.
ChestThe chest is located in a cave which can be accessed through a well.
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ChestMastercrafted Racing Saddle (55 Stamina).
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ChestChest is inside the Elf's Hideout.
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ChestDive into the small lake and swim in the cave.
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ChestRelic.
Chest & BoxInside the monster den.
Chest & CorpseGwyhyr (relic steel sword).
Chest & SkeletonThe chest is located in a hidden cave, the entrance to which is in the Monster Den and is masked by an illusion, so you need the Eye of Nehaleni.
Chests
Chests7 x Chest
Chests
Two Chests
Two Chests
Two Chests
Two Chests
Two ChestsChests are inside the Elf's Hideout.
Two Chests

Special Monsters

The special monsters you encounter on your way. These are mostly monsters that you have to kill to finish the witcher's contracts.

Apiarian PhantomRelated quests: Contract: The Apiarian Phantom (14).
BasiliskBasilisk (32).
BotchlingYou will have to deal with him here if you decide to kill him while doing the Family Matters quest. Related quests: Family Matters (6).
Cursed MotherRelated quests: The Cursed Chapel (36).
DopplerRelated quests: Contract: An Elusive Thief (13).
FiendFiend (16).
GaelRelated quests: Contract: The Oxenfurt Drunk (26).
HarrisiRelated quests: Contract: Missing Brother (33).
HowlerRelated quests: Contract: Mysterious Tracks (20).
Ignis FatuusRelated quests: Contract: Swamp Thing (12).
ImlerithRelated quests: Bald Mountain (26).
Jenny o'the WoodsRelated quests: Contract: Jenny o' the Woods (10).
KernunRelated quests: Contract: Lord of the Wood (25).
MourntartRelated quests: Contract: The Merry Widow (10).
Royal WyvernRelated quests: Contract: Phantom of the Trade Route (23).
SalmaRelated quests: Contract: Deadly Delights (15).
ShriekerRelated quests: Contract: Shrieker (8).
TherazaneRelated quests: Contract: Doors Slamming Shut (24).
WerewolfYou will meet the werewolf in the cave, the entrance to which is located under the nearby isolated shack, while doing the Wild at Heart quest. Related quests: Wild at Heart (7).
WyvernRelated quests: Contract: Patrol Gone Missing (7).

Monster Nests

Every nest is guarded by the monsters of a specific type. Use bombs to destroy it. Do not forget to loot it after you destroy it.

ArachnomorphsArachnomorphs (34)
DraconidsWyvern (34).
DraconidsForktail (30).
DraconidsWyvern (21). Related quests: Contract: Phantom of the Trade Route (23).
DraconidsWyvern (21). Related quests: Contract: Phantom of the Trade Route (23).
DrownersDrowners (9).
DrownersDrowners (4).
EndregasEndrega Warrior (9) + Endrega Workers (9).
EndregasEndrega Warrior (9) + Endrega Workers (9).
GhoulsGhouls (9).
GhoulsGhouls (9).
GhoulsGhouls (9).
GhoulsGhouls (9).
GhoulsGhouls (9).
GhoulsGhouls (9).
HarpiesHarpies (7).
NekkersNekkers (34).
NekkersNekkers (34).
NekkersNekkers (34).
NekkersNekkers (6)
NekkersNekker Warrior (9) + Nekkers (8).
NekkersNekker Warrior (9) + Nekkers (8).
NekkersNekker Warrior (9) + Nekkers (8).
NekkersNekkers (6,8).
RotfiendsDevourer (5) + Rotfiends (6).
RotfiendsRotfiends (6).
RotfiendsDevourer (5) + Rotfiends (6).

Guarded Treasures

It is always some kind of box, chest or a dead body containing some goods and guarded by one or more monsters.

Guarded TreasureGuarded by a bear (34).
Guarded TreasureGuarded by a golem (37).
Guarded TreasureGuarded by the four boars (34).
Guarded TreasureGuarded by an armored arachas (23).
Guarded TreasureRelic. Guarded by Bilge Hag (15).
Guarded TreasureGuarded by Water Hag (8).
Guarded TreasureGuarded by a Basilisk (14). Relic.
Guarded TreasureGuarded by an alghoul (34) and a few ghouls (34).
Guarded TreasureRelic item. Guarded by a Wyvern (18).
Guarded TreasureGuarded by a leshen (20).
Guarded TreasureRelic. Guarded by Basilisk (14).
Guarded TreasureRelic. Guarded by Bilge Hag (15).
Guarded TreasureGuarded by the cyclops (19).
Guarded TreasureGuarded by a few drowners (9). Relic.
Guarded TreasureGuarded by an alghoul (13).
Guarded TreasureGuarded by 7 x Drowner (4).
Guarded TreasureGuarded by Noonwraith (15).
Guarded TreasureGuarded by 6 x Endrega Worker (9) + Endrega Warrior (9).
Guarded TreasureGuarded by Forktail (14)
Guarded TreasureGuarded by 4 x Drowner (4).
Guarded TreasureGuarded by a Bear (12).
Guarded TreasureGuarded by the Water Hag (8).
Guarded TreasureGuarded by Water Hag (8)
Guarded TreasureGuarded by Earth Elemental (24).
Guarded TreasureGuarded by Earth Elemental (20)
Guarded TreasureGuarded by Bilge Hag (20)
Guarded TreasureGuarded by 4 x Wraith (7)
Guarded TreasureRelic steel sword. Guarded by the Alghoul (13).
Guarded TreasureGuarded by a Wyvern (14). Two chests. Cavalry saddle (60 Stamina).
Guarded TreasureGuarded by the Cyclops (19).
Guarded TreasureGuarded by 3 x Wraith (16) + Noonwraith (18). Mastercrafted saddle (+35 stamina), Relic. Use the aard sign to break the rocks blocking the entrance to the cave.
Guarded TreasureGuarded by Gargoyle (19).

Bandit Camps

Kill all the enemies in the area. There is always a treasure chest somewhere in the camp.

BanditsA few bandits (7).
BanditsA few bandits (7).
Bandits & DesertersA few bandits (7) and deserters (9).
Bandits & DesertersA few bandits (7) and deserters (9).
CannibalsA cannibal chief (5) and some cannibals (3).
CannibalsThe cannibals (3). Relic.
CannibalsA cannibal chief (5) and the cannibals (3).
CannibalsThe cannibals (3).
DesertersA deserter leader (9) and a few deserters (9).
DesertersA deserter leader (9) and the deserters (9). Two chests.
DesertersThe deserters (9).
DesertersThe deserters (9).
DesertersA few deserters (7).
DesertersA deserter leader (9) and the deserters (9).
DesertersA few deserters (7).
DesertersA few deserters (9).
DesertersA few deserters (9).
DesertersA deserter leader (9) and a few deserters (9).
DesertersA deserter leader (9), the deserters (9), and the guard dogs (1). Two chests.
DesertersThe deserters (9).
DesertersA few deserters (9). Two chests.
Fallen KnightsFallen Knights (33). Related quests: From Ofier's Distant Shores (33), Rose on a Red Field (32).
Fallen KnightsFallen Knights (33).
Fallen KnightsFallen Knights (33).
Fallen KnightsFallen Knights (33).
Fallen KnightsFallen Knights (33). Related quests: From Ofier's Distant Shores (33).
Fallen KnightsFallen Knights (33).
Fallen KnightsFallen Knights (33). Related quests: From Ofier's Distant Shores (33).
Fallen KnightsFallen Knights (33).
PiratesA pirate leader (7) and the pirates (7).

Abandoned Sites

A place abandoned due to monster or bandit attacks. Once the danger is eliminated, it will fill with life once more.

Abandoned SiteDrowned Dead (34) + Bilge Hag (34)
Abandoned SiteTo liberate the village, destroy the nearby monster nests.
Abandoned VillageTo liberate the village, destroy the nearby monster nest.
ArachnomorphsArachnomorphs (34).
DesertersThis place is occupied by several deserters (9).
DrownersThis place is occupied by a few drowners (9).
DrownersThis place is occupied by a few drowners (4).
EndregasThis place is occupied by the endrega workers (9) and an endrega warrior (11).
Fallen KnightsFallen Knights (33).
GhoulsGhouls (34).
GhoulsThis place is occupied by an alghoul (9) and the ghouls (9).
PiratesThis place is occupied by the pirates (7).
PiratesThis place is occupied by several pirates (7).
RenegadesThis place is occupied by several renegades (5) and a renegade leader (6).
RenegadesThis place is occupied by several renegades (5) and a renegade leader (6).
WraithsWraiths (29).

Persons in Distress

MerchantBorder Post Merchant. Loot the Cage key from the body of the leader and use it to unlock the cage. Deserters (9) + Deserter Leader (9).
Person in DistressHerbalist. Fallen Knights (33).
Person in DistressElven merchant. Deserter Leader (9) + Deserters (9). Loot Simple cage key and open the cage.
Person in DistressMulbrydale Armorer. Loot slavers' key from one of the corpses and use it to open the door. Nilfgaardian Deserters (14,16) + Slave Drivers (7).
Person in DistressClaywich barber. Guarded by 7 x Renegade (5) + Renegade Leader (6). Loot the Cage key from the body of the leader and use it to unlock the cage.
Person in DistressA merchant who, when released, will open a stand in Claywich. Guarded by 7 x Renegade (5) + Renegade Leader (6). Loot the Bandits' key from the body of the leader and use it to unlock the cage.

Herbalists

Halfling HerbalistRelated quests: Practicum in Advanced Alchemy (24).
Herbalist
Herbalist
HerbalistRelated quests: Novigrad Dreaming (7).
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Herbalist
Master Topical

Alchemists

Alchemist
PellarHe will be available as long as you helped him in the "Forefathers' Eve" quest.
Priest of Eternal FireRelated quests: Free Spirit (13).

Smugglers' Caches

Smugglers' CacheRelic.
Smugglers' Cache
Smugglers' Cache
Smugglers' CacheRelic.

Spoils of War

Spoils of War
Spoils of WarLoot the Aged key from the skeleton and use it to open the chest. Moonblade - relic silver sword.
Spoils of WarThree chests. One is in the deckhouse of the sunken ship and two more in its hold. Relic.

Signposts

Once discovered, signposts allow you to fast travel directly from one signpost to another. Walk up to the signpost and use it to open the world map and select the destination point.

Abandoned TowerLegend has it a beleaguered traveler once stood at this tower's gates. He begged shelter for the night, claiming he'd been injured, but the baron living inside was afraid the traveler was a spy and sent him away. Little did he know the traveler was a powerful mage, who cast a curse on the tower, its inhospitable owner and all who dwelled with him. Soon thereafter the baron and all his retinue died in mysterious circumstances, and the tower fell into ruin.
Aeramas' Abandoned ManorPeasants living nearby often complain about the overwhelming cheese stench wafting out of this residence... Related quests: Of Dairy and Darkness (9).
AlnessUntil recently, this was a thoroughly unremarkable village. Then the Vegelbuds began organizing their famous horse races here, granting Alness the enviable honor of hosting the region's most prestigious equestrian contests.
Ancient OakCenturies ago bloody rituals in honor of the old gods were conducted here. Locals believe dark forces still haunt this place. Related quests: Ladies of the Wood (6), The Whispering Hillock (5).
AretteNovigrad has always attracted those in search of a better life. Some of them found no welcome within the city walls, and so built huts outside the city.
Arnskrone Castle RuinsIn its glory days, this castle buzzed with life as the hub of the Romilly family's activities. Today it is merely a dangerous ruin in the heart of a cursed wood. Related quests: A Dark Legacy.
Bandits' CampA place some particularly nasty characters have decided to call home.
BenekThis small village owes its name to its founding elder, who erected the largest windmill the land had ever seen on this spot - thereby providing work for all the village's inhabitants.
BlackboughThis village takes its name from the unwanted limbs loggers used to bring here to burn, leaving stacks of charred logs behind. The locals, however, prefer the old legend which holds that their village was founded by a prominent member of an ancient race of tree people. Related quests: Fists of Fury: Velen (11).
Boatmakers' HutThough nothing about this small domicile is particularly eye-catching, a family of the best shipwrights in Velen has lived here for generations, crafting the finest skiffs and dinghies north of the Yaruga.
Border PostA small isle stuck in the river's central current - an ideal place for bleaching cloth. Related quests: A Deadly Plot (14).
BowdonBowdon was founded by writ of King Heribert the Quarrelsome. Unfortunately, the king was roaring drunk when they asked him to indicate on the map where to build the new settlement and slammed his finger down in the middle of a swamp. Those forced to settle there soon abandoned the unpleasant bog. Their empty dwellings became shelter for vagabonds and bandits. Related quests: Rose on a Red Field (32).
BrunwichThis picturesque little village's beauty makes it a frequent subject of works by bards and poets. The best-known piece whose action is set in Brunwich is "The Betrothing," a farce penned by Stanislas Islas. The reputation thus gained has made it a popular destination for bohemians from Oxenfurt, who escape here during the hottest months to pass the time with contests for the most beautiful feathered cap and hunts for a golden horn held at night in the nearby woods. Related quests: Dead Man's Party (33).
Burned RuinsOne of the many structures in the area which did not survive the onslaught of war.
BywaysMost of this area's residents have fled north or died of plague. In better times they busied themselves making prize-winning bricks. Related quests: Contract: The Mystery of the Byways Murders (22).
CarstenA village named after a baker whose exquisite goods gained him fame, as well as the privilege of supplying bread to the table of the hierarch of the Church of the Eternal Fire in Novigrad. Following his death, none proved capable of recreating his recipes for his delicious and deeply aromatic breads, so these days Carsten is known chiefly for its trade in grain and flour.
CavernOne of those places wise men avoid at all costs, so as not to tempt fate.
ClaywichEvery year at Belleteyn, a great feast is held in Claywich accompanied by games, song and dance. On that night villagers from far and wide come to celebrate, with passing travelers welcome as well. Shortly before midnight the youth in attendance race deep into the forest in search of a fern flower, and though no one has as yet found one, many have found their other halves, or at least a night of moonlight passion.
Coast of WrecksOnce the local youth would come here to revel amidst the wrecks. Now inhabitants of nearby villages have started combing the place day and night in search of anything that can be exchanged for food.
Codgers' QuarryThis now-inactive quarry once only employed stonebreakers over thirty years of age who would work hard all day, then spend the evenings racing down the sides of the quarry pit on hand-crafted wagons.
CondyleThis village has been completely and utterly destroyed. Rumors claim its inhabitants perished in a gruesome massacre.
Crane CapeThe lighthouse on Crane Cape has for centuries lit the way for vessels seeking safe passage from Kovir and Poviss to the Novigrad Port.
CrossroadsA small crossroads in the woods.
CrossroadsA small crossroads, well trodden by the inhabitants of the surrounding villages.
Crow's PerchAfter Vserad, its previous owner, panicked at the news that armies were approaching and fled to Fyke Isle, this castle became home to Phillip Strenger, alias the Bloody Baron, along with his family and entourage. Related quests: Bloody Baron (6).
Cunny of the GooseThis inn owes its name to its former owner, a swaggering, blustering fellow who wanted to attract those of a similar temperament. Luckily he died of liver poisoning after a few years and ownership passed to a distant relative, who turned the Cunny of the Goose into the best spot for stuffed goose liver in all the region.
Dancing WindmillWhen the current owner's grandfather, the famous dancer Pablo "Sugar" Sasko, ended his career, he settled here and organized nights of dancing for the nearby peasantry. Supposedly these revelries became so fashionable that dung-booted peasants were dancing rounds with members of Novigrad's most elite families and adventure-seeking urban dandies.
Destroyed BastionBastion built during the reign of King Gardic and destroyed during the First Nilfgaardian War.
Devil's PitThe inhabitants of Velen believe the expanse of caverns underneath the Devil's Pit are home to demons.
DownwarrenBefore the war, the inhabitants of this village were known for their intricate lacemaking and artisanal smithery. Related quests: Ladies of the Wood (6), Return to Crookback Bog (9).
Dragonslayer's GrottoUnderneath this fortress lies a musty, rank cave in which a lost traveler will find nothing but a few fattened leeches - if he's lucky. Nevertheless, village elders insist on repeating the legend that gave the grotto its name: that of a legendary dragonslayer said to be buried somewhere deep inside.
Drahim CastleIn its glory years, this castle was home to the Redanian Moskovitz of the Sea Cats dynasty, patrons of the arts and admirers of elven culture. After the death by suicide of the dynasty's last member, Prince Adrien, the castle fell into the hands of the Redanian crown - and then into ruin. Related quests: Contract: The White Lady (16), Scavenger Hunt: Cat School Gear (17).
Draken Hollow OutpostDefensive structure built during the reign of Vizimir the Just, in the 13th century, a time of intense Redanian-Temerian border conflicts. In the relative calm that followed, it fell into disuse, then disrepair.
DrudgeThis once-peaceful fishermen's settlement now stands almost completely empty. Road-weary travelers sometimes find shelter in its abandoned huts - besides that, not a soul is to be seen. Related quests: A Dog's Life (5).
Duén HenReligious site where the old gods are worshiped. Related quests: Defender of the Faith (10).
Electors' SquareSquare named after a group of Novigrad reformers who enacted bold transformations that led to the city's rapid growth, enriching its residents considerably and ushering in the city's golden age.
ErdeThis woodland settlement is almost entirely depopulated, and its proximity to Deadwight Wood scares off any potential new settlers.
Est TayiarLong before men first peopled these lands, a beautiful, prospering elven city stood here, centered around the palace of King Maeglor. One day, however, the city's inhabitants began mysteriously dying off in large numbers. According to legend, King Maeglor sensed he, too, would soon perish and cast a powerful spell that caused the earth to swallow the city whole so that no outsider could ever desecrate it. Centuries later, scholars from the Oxenfurt Academy began painstaking excavations of King Maeglor's palace in a search for the causes of the catastrophe. Yet work came to a sudden halt when three subsequent expeditions ventured into the ruins' depths - and were never heard from again... Related quests: Redania's Most Wanted (12), Scavenger Hunt: Cat School Gear (17).
Eternal Fire ChapelThis shrine greets travelers on their way to Oxenfurt. Merchants sometimes stop here to sell goods to pilgrims and visiting scholars.
Ferry StationThe ferry's former owners were famed for treating travelers who were forced to wait for better conditions to raucous and unforgettable evenings.
Forest HutThough his friends advised against building a house in the middle of the woods, Hans refused to listen and did things his way. When the war broke out and laid waste to this region, Hans and his family lived in peace, untouched by the troubles of the wider world - until one fateful night...
FrischlowLike many other settlements in the area, this one has suffered greatly on account of the war. Its inhabitants have abandoned their property and evacuated lands in which they once dwelled in relative peace.
Fyke IsleRuined tower which is said to be afflicted by a terrible curse.
Garin EstateSome two hundred and forty years ago, a certain Josen Garin arrived in these lands. A Haaki traveler, writer, brawler and souse, Garin looked around and saw the local meadows in bloom, cool shadows beneath charming glades, and glorious sun-bathed fields. All this inspired him to settle down here for good. His new neighbors treated the arrival with suspicion, yet they changed their minds and warmed to him once he turned a gracious host who would fill their cups once and again with the exquisite wines he had brought with him from his homeland. Related quests: Dead Man's Party (33), Evil's Soft First Touches (32), Rose on a Red Field (32).
Gate of the HierarchThis gate is named in honor of Novigrad's own son, the Hierarch of the Eternal Fire. Supposedly this name was given to it upon popular request, though no one can be found who remembers requesting any such thing.
Glory GateToughs and hooligans often end a night of drunken escapades under this gate after being thrown out of the nearby taverns.
GrottoA dark and hostile place which creaks from time to time with unsettling, throaty noises...
Gustfields FarmFarmstead founded years ago by an eccentric flaxen-haired painter named Cunigund de Cabbrae, who came here seeking peace, quiet and fresh country air.
Hanged Man's TreeDuring the war, both sides committed acts of exorbitant cruelty meant to keep the conquered populaces in check. Related quests: An Eye for an Eye (12), The Nilfgaardian Connection (5).
Hangman's AlleyThe road is lined with the hanged bodies of peasants who opposed their new rulers or had the bad luck of happening across bandits who had nothing against adding another dangling installation to the boulevard's scenery.
Harpy Feeding GroundOne of those places entered by only the very brave, or the very foolish.
HeathertonThe inhabitants of this village were relieved when they learned the path of the marching armies had shifted slightly and passed their village bye. Then, one night... they changed their mind. Related quests: Bloody Baron (6), Hunting a Witch (5), The Nilfgaardian Connection (5).
HeddelThe village of Heddel was once known first and foremost for the fine lace undergarments produced there. Heddel lingerie aroused such controversy, however, that the Novigrad hierarch personally forbade its production.
Herbalist's HutHome to a halfling herbalist who is a passionate devotee of innovative gardening methods and experimental herbal medicine.
Hierarch SquareUntil quite recently a great many mages lived near Novigrad's main square. They fled when the witch hunters began their reign of terror, leaving many of the city's most beautiful townhouses abandoned and uncared for.
HindholdThis watchtower used to protect barges traveling between Oxenfurt and Novigrad. It once even boasted a bridge connecting the two sides of the river, but now it stands abandoned and neglected, its bridge a collapsed ruin.
Honeyfill MeadworksThe renowned Honeyfill Meadworks has for generations belonged to a respected family of halflings.
House of RespiteThe House of Respite's motto: "A soldier does not live on war alone." This is slightly misleading, however, for the club is not open to all soldiers, only Nilfgaardian officers (or those capable of passing themselves off as such).
Hunter's CottageThe Buckholt Hills have long been famed for the wealth of wild animals dwelling there, which is why the owner of the nearby Sarrasin Grange once had a hunter's cottage built there, to ensure the daily provision of fresh game.
Inn at the CrossroadsA sizeable establishment able to accommodate a crowd of travelers and revelers.
Isolated HutRumors claim a famous painter lives in this house, though no one has ever seen him or knows his name. Related quests: A Poet Under Pressure (13), Cabaret (14).
Isolated ShackSmall hut constructed by a famous sculptor who, having garnered every laurel possible for one of his trade, abandoned his Koviri residence and moved here in order to find inspiration in solitude and reflect on what to make of the rest of his life. Related quests: Wild at Heart (7).
Kilkerinn RuinsIt is difficult to believe this abandoned pile of debris in the middle of a forest is the famed Kilkerinn Palace, which, according to legend, once housed the renowned artist Giann'Lorenzo's workshop. His sculptures now command exorbitant prices at auction, making Kilkerinn a frequent target for plunderers seeking treasure.
Kimbolt WayRoad built on orders of Baron Kimbolt, meant to act as a safe escape route in case his plans to take power after King Foltest's death went awry.
LighthouseMany years ago a horrible accident took place here: a ship carrying the cousin of King Radovid IV the Bald wrecked against the rocks during a storm. The king ordered a lighthouse erected on that spot in order to warn other seafarers of its deadly danger.
LindenvaleOne of Velen's many impoverished villages, its poverty deepened by war levies and the epidemic that spread after the Nilfgaardians' arrival.
Loggers' HutA lone cabin deep in the Novigrad Forest - an ideal base for woodcutters. Related quests: Contract: Lord of the Wood (25).
LornrukYears ago smugglers would come here to load and unload illicit cargo.
Lucian's WindmillLucian le Foix, the famous Oxenfurt sculptor and architect, bought this windmill several years ago and made it into his country retreat. Sadly the enormous popularity of the great Lucian's designs means he spends little time in his fortress of solitude and has entrusted its care to a steward.
LurtchOnce the Evves family estate was located here and the area bore the name of Lord Evves' wife, Mortilanca. When the couple died, their will stipulated their land be turned over to their serfs. The grateful peasants then founded a village of freeholders and named it after their first ealdorman, Lurtch, who had previously served as the Evves family's butler.
Marauders' BridgeAfter the Battle of Velen, marauders swarmed over this bridge in their rush to scavenge the battlefield.
Martin Feuille's FarmsteadFounded by Lord Martin Feuille, this vast plantation was until not so long ago the largest producer of alfalfa in the region. Sadly, when war broke out the lord fled to his winter residence in Kovir, leaving his land to be administered by an ill-suited steward who squandered his liege's fertile fields.
MidcopseTypical farming settlement which the worst of the fighting has left untouched - but which famine now grips all the same. One of the larger villages in this region. Related quests: Hunting a Witch (5).
Moldavie ResidenceDespite its ideal location and beautiful surroundings, this residence has been tossed from owner to owner like a hot potato, and for some unknown reason suffers from a bad reputation. Related quests: Contract: Doors Slamming Shut (24).
MulbrydaleOne of the oldest villages in the region. Owes its name to a certain undereducated botanist who could not discern one kind of tree from another and so called them all mulberries. Related quests: An Eye for an Eye (12).
Nilfgaardian Army Group 'Center' CampPitched in a mere two weeks, the Army Group 'Center' camp constitutes the quintessence of Nilfgaardian martial architecture.
Novigrad DocksA den of dirt and depravity and the shadiest part of Novigrad. After dark all one finds here are women of loose morals, hoodlums and drunk sailors.
Novigrad GateDuring Oxenfurt Academy's exam sessions, this gate would be closed, to spare the students from Novigrad's temptations.
Olena's GroveLegends claim that a beautiful nymph named Olena once lived in this grove. She fell in love with a young hunter and the man swore to be true to the nymph, but later betrayed her. She decided to punish him by casting a spell on his spirit, which wanders the grove to this day.
OretonVillage founded by Count Primislavus don Stessa, distant cousin to King Foltest of Temeria. The count was known for his passion for racing chariots down winding forest paths and narrow country roads. This spectacle delighted onlookers, won the hearts of highborn ladies and aroused hatred in his rivals.
Oxenfurt GateIn the times when Novigrad and Oxenfurt were embroiled in fierce neighborly disputes, this gate went through several completely different names, the Gate of Harlots and the Gate of Bloodsuckers being two of the longer lived examples. Its current name was chosen when this conflict was finally put to rest.
Oxenfurt HarborOxenfurt's picturesque port has featured as the subject of numerous odes and ballads, the setting for at least three lurid crime novels, and a favorite spot for romantic outings for generations of students.
Portside GateThough not the most stately of gates, this one's location near the bustling port has made it the calling card of the city.
Reardon ManorAbandoned estate of the once prominent Reardon family, relatives to the royal La Louve dynasty. Related quests: Ghosts of the Past (6), The Fall of the House of Reardon (6).
Refugees' CampThe members of this small community have erected a large, winged statue - evidence of people turning to old gods and ancient cults in this time of war and famine.
Road to Bald MountainThe peasants of Velen believe the summit of Bald Mountain is home to witches, werebbubbs and wights. Related quests: Bald Mountain (26).
Ruined TowerFive centuries ago King Geddes sent his most loyal knight, Martin of Oakdale, to watch over the inhabitants of this troubled land. He also sent his least-loyal knight, to scrub Martin's latrines.
Sarrasin GrangeLord Antares Sarrasin moved his wife and smattering of comely daughters here from far-off Nazair on his medic's recommendations. The leech proclaimed with absolute certainty that "if you wish to sire a son, it must be in the Gustfields." While waiting to produce a male heir, the Sarrasins took to wine cultivation and soon their grange became renowned from Nazair to Skellige.
Seven Cats InnThis dank establishment is host to a shady clientele.
Southern GateIn truth demarcating the eastern and not southern edge of the city, the Southern Gate was given its inappropriate name by a one-time city planner who knew nothing about architecture and could not read a map, but had in his favor the fact that he was the mayor's cousin and threw lavish parties. Though confusingly incorrect, the name stuck and now the city's residents never think twice about its illogical appellation.
St. Gregory's BridgeBridge named after the hero of Novigrad who saved the city from a horrible famine three hundred years ago by sacrificing half his fortune to import food from Nazair. After this, he was declared a saint, something even the jurors of the Church of the Eternal Fire were unable to change.
Stonecutters' SettlementOver twenty years ago a certain Bartolomeo, known as "Badger" on account of certain characteristic aspects of his coiffure, discovered a rich deposit of high-quality stone on this spot. He bought the land for a song, then leased it back to local peasants before heading off to Kovir, where he lives the life of a rich and powerful townsman to this day.
Temerian Partisan HideoutThough the Nilfgaardians thought Temeria died along with King Foltest, Temerian guerillas still hide in the woods, prepared to give their lives at a moment's notice in their fight for independence. Related quests: An Eye for an Eye (12).
The Orphans of Crookback BogOrphaned and unwanted children from nearby villages find a roof over their head and a bowl of warm food here. Related quests: Ladies of the Wood (6), Return to Crookback Bog (9).
ToderasVillage founded by King Griffin of Temeria, the husband of Clarissa of Toussaint. The king had planned to turn Toderas into a large, bustling university city, a sort of Temerian alternative to Oxenfurt, but, as any visitor can quickly attest, his efforts failed utterly.
Tretogor GateGate erected with funds from the Redanian royal family, who, wanting to earn favor with Novigrad merchants and the hierarch, dedicated a significant amount of coin to its construction, as well as some no-less-valuable (wo)manpower in the form of the master architect Countess Anna Yaye-Pinkovitz and her skilled crew.
Troll BridgeLocal legend has it this bridge was erected by trolls who were later killed by an anonymous witcher.
Upper MillThe local community held a raising bee to construct the new brick Upper Mill to replace the old wooden Lower Mill. Once finished, however, they decided closing a fully-functional mill just because there is a newer one would be a sinful waste, thus both mills remain in operation.
UrstenWar has caused countless refugees to flee Temeria. With the Pontar blockaded, they have tended to flood villages which, like Ursten, are located close to river crossings.
Vegelbud ResidenceDomicile of a prominent Novigrad family whose line can be traced back to the times when the first human settlers came to these lands. Related quests: A Matter of Life and Death (12), Broken Flowers (11), Race: The Great Erasmus Vegelbud Memorial Derby.
Vikk WatchtowerLegends claim ages ago the famed mage Alzur had his laboratory in the Vikk Watchtower.
Von Everec EstateThe history of the von Everec estate is as tangled as that of the family itself. The once wealthy Redanian family's manor and lands were auctioned off after they fell deeply in debt, but were returned to von Everec hands by Olgierd, the infamous leader of an informal band of armed men calling themselves the Redanian Free Company. Despite the effort he went through to regain it, Olgierd abandoned the residence some time later, and dark legends concerning it now circulate among its neighbors. Related quests: Dead Man's Party (33), Scenes From a Marriage (35).
Wastrel ManorThe once-beautiful manor house located near here was known for its extravagant balls, which were attended by the cream of the local youth. Its owners abandoned it over a century ago, but soon afterwards it became a place of worship for the local community, which believes a deity dwells in the ruins.
Western GateBefore war broke out, several hundred people a day would pass through here. Now the Redanian blockade has slowed traffic to a mere trickle.
Wheat FieldsThe fertile soils of the Pontar delta guarantee the inhabitants of Novigrad full granaries and full stomachs all year long.
White Eagle FortThe grand name might seem in ill-fitting with this place, but the troll that lives here - a Redanian patriot and military aficionado - goes to great lengths to make his beloved King Radovid proud.
Widows' GrottoAccording to legend, many years ago a young woman would wait here and watch for her husband's return from an overseas raid. Years passed and woman grew old, still waiting for her husband. Yet he never came, and finally, she died. Three days after her funeral, her husband returned, having at last escaped from the pirates who had held him captive all this time. When he learned about his beloved's loyal vigil, he wept bitter tears, then leapt to his death.
Winespring GrangeYears ago, an eccentric count named Jacobus Ruth of the Rieslings settled here. The count could not stand the pomposity of court life but loved good wine. He thus planted a vineyard here which produces a fabulous beaujolais prized on both sides of the Pontar.
Wolven GladeA long, long time ago, when this land was ruled by forest spirits and ancient gods, the living would come here to pay their respects to the dead in the way their holy tome commanded: "Walk thee in darkness, on a path of blood, standing under bare sky, naked before the gods and their messengers." Related quests: Family Matters (6).
YantraThe inhabitants of this village are known for their talkativeness and tendency to exaggerate, which makes them good companions for a round of drink, but impossible to tolerate for long stretches of time. Related quests: Little Red (15), Novigrad Hospitality (8).
Zuetzer CastleIt is hard to say anything about Zuetzer Castle without mentioning the tragic death of Anastasia von Bourmann. Once one of the most powerful magnates in Redania, Count von Bourmann retreated from public life after the loss of his only child and never left his family manor to the very end of his days. Currently Zuetzer Castle is but a decaying ruin haunted by a sad past.

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