All 23 Places of Power Overview
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Track all places of power locations in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. Complete map guide with 23 locations across White Orchard, Velen, Novigrad, Skellige.
Places of Power grant ability points when activated and temporarily enhance specific Witcher Signs.
Complete the full Witcher 3 map and every question mark with our Points of Interest (POI) Checklists like All Guarded Treasures, All Persons in Distress, All Abandoned Sites.
What Are Places of Power?
Places of Power are Points of Interest (POIs) marked on your map in The Witcher 3. Activating them grants ability points and temporarily enhances specific Witcher Signs.
Completing these locations provides rewards, experience points, and valuable loot. They are essential for 100% map completion.
Are Any Places of Power Missable?
No, places of power are not missable in The Witcher 3. All 23 locations remain available throughout the game and can be completed at any time, even after finishing the main story.
However, some locations may be easier to access during certain quests or after unlocking specific areas.
Related Checklists
Complete the full Witcher 3 map and every question mark with our Points of Interest (POI) Checklists like All Guarded Treasures, All Persons in Distress, All Abandoned Sites.
Use our checklist alongside other Witcher 3 map completion checklists to track your full progress.
Places of Power in DLC
Use the Hearts of Stone DLC Checklist and Blood and Wine DLC Checklist for DLC map completion.
There are 6 places of power in White Orchard.
This table lists every places of power location in White Orchard with signpost references and descriptions.
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Located north of the Sawmill in the forested hills. The stone stands on elevated ground and may be surrounded by wild beasts, so approach carefully.
Sign:  Aard |
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Found in the center of the cemetery south of the Sawmill. Specters often linger nearby, especially at night.
Sign:  Igni |
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West of the cemetery, in the woods near the Nilfgaardian Garrison. Easily visited during the main quest involving the garrison.
Sign:  Axii |
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East of the main village near an old battlefield. If you encounter a locked gate and hear the low hum of magic, you're close.
Sign:  Quen |
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Discovered during "The Beast of White Orchard." From the griffin's nest, head south to find the stone hidden among trees.
Sign: Quen |
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East of the abandoned village, guarded by a powerful bear. The stone rests in a small clearing beyond the ruins.
Sign:  Yrden |
There are 6 places of power in Velen.
This table lists every places of power location in Velen with signpost references and descriptions.
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On the island of Lornruk. Dive beneath the raised drawbridge and surface inside the ruins to find the stone near the flooded interior.
Sign: Quen |
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Accessible during the "Magic Lamp" quest. Located deep within the elven ruins before facing the guardian inside.
Sign: Yrden |
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At the southern edge of the boglands. The stone stands prominently near the marsh boundary.
Sign: Aard |
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West of Downwarren on a wooded hill. Requires a short climb to reach the elevated clearing.
Sign: Yrden |
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Hidden among dense trees near the Ancient Oak. Easier to access after completing "The Whispering Hillock."
Sign: Igni |
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Only accessible after completing the "Bald Mountain" main quest. Located within the ritual grounds.
Sign: Quen |
There are 2 places of power in Novigrad.
This table lists every places of power location in Novigrad with signpost references and descriptions.
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In the upper district of Novigrad, on a narrow grassy rise near the square. Easy to miss if you don't look uphill.
Sign: Igni |
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Southeast of Alness atop a rocky hill. Requires climbing to reach the summit.
Sign: Axii |
There are 9 places of power in Skellige.
This table lists every places of power location in Skellige with signpost references and descriptions.
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Follow the mountain path from Svorlag to a ruined structure. The stone lies further uphill along the trail.
Sign: Igni |
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Along the trail toward Yngvar's Fang. Found high in the mountains after following the winding path upward.
Sign: Quen |
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Accessible only during "The King's Gambit" if siding with Cerys. Located within hidden tunnels beneath Kaer Trolde.
Sign: Quen |
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Found during the "Sunstone" quest inside coastal caverns. The stone stands clearly within the enclosed chamber.
Sign: Igni |
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Visible from the shoreline when first arriving in Skellige. Located on a small rocky outcrop near the sea.
Sign: Axii |
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Found inside a cave along the mountain trail near Gedyneith. A powerful cyclops roams nearby.
Sign: Aard |
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East of the Druids' Camp within dense woodland. The magical hum makes it easy to track once nearby.
Sign: Yrden |
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Follow the mountain path from Fornhala, take the side trail, and cross a small gap to reach the stone.
Sign: Axii |
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West of Harviken along a branching mountain path. Located midway through the ascent.
Sign: Yrden |
The Witcher 3 Places of Power FAQ
How many places of power are in The Witcher 3?
There are 23 places of power in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt base game. These places of power across all regions. Use our checklist to track all 23 locations and ensure you don't miss any during your playthrough.
What are places of power in The Witcher 3?
Places of Power are Points of Interest (POIs) marked on your map in The Witcher 3. These locations places of power across all regions. Completing these locations provides rewards, experience points, and valuable loot. They are essential for 100% map completion.
Are places of power missable in The Witcher 3?
No, places of power are not missable in The Witcher 3. All 23 locations remain available throughout the game and can be completed at any time, even after finishing the main story. However, some locations may be easier to access during certain quests or after unlocking specific areas.
How do I use the All Places of Power checklist?
Our All Places of Power Checklist features auto-save functionality - your progress is automatically saved locally in your browser with no login required. Simply check off locations as you complete them, and your progress will be preserved when you return. The checklist organizes all 23 locations by region and includes detailed descriptions and signpost locations.
Do I need to complete all places of power for 100% completion?
Yes, completing all 23 places of power is essential for 100% map completion in The Witcher 3. These locations are part of the comprehensive map completion requirements. Use our checklist alongside other Witcher 3 map completion checklists to track your full progress.