Shadow of the Erdtree: All Sites of Grace in main regions map Elden Ring guide, walkthrough
Sites of Grace are a kind of checkpoints that will allow you to rest, tune spells or reset the location so that enemies will reappear. On this page and map of the guide you will learn about all the grace spots in the Elden Ring add-on.
Last update: 12 July 2024
Sites of Grace allow you to rest and attune spells, upgrade your character, or respawn all enemies in the area. They are beneficial because you will often respawn at them after death. That's why on this page of the guide we have described all the Sites of Grace that you can find in the largest regions of Shadow of the Erdtree - Gravesite Plain and Scadu Altus.
These are not all Sites of Grace. For your convenience, we have divided the list into two parts - the rest of the checkpoints can be found on a separate page of our guide.
- Gravesite Plain
- Scorched Ruins - Gravesite Plain
- Tree-Path Cross - Gravesite Plain
- Greatbridge, North - Gravesite Plain
- Main Gate Cross - Gravesite Plain
- Castle Front - Gravesite Plain
- Belurat Gaol - Gravesite Plain
- Ruined Forge Lava Intake - Gravesite Plain
- Cliffroad Terminus - Gravesite Plain
- Pillar Path Waypoint - Gravesite Plain
- Ellac River Cave - Gravesite Plain
- Ellac River Downstream - Graveyard Plain
- Fog Rift Catacombs - Gravesite Plain
- Dragon's Pit - Gravesite Plain
- Dragon's Pit Terminus - Gravesite Plain
- Castle Ensis Checkpoint - Castle Ensis
- Castle-Lord's Chamber - Castle Ensis
- Ensis Moongazing Grounds - Castle Ensis
- Belurat, Tower Settlement
- Small Private Altar - Belurat, Tower Settlement
- Stagefront - Belurat, Tower Settlement
- Theatre of the Divine Beast - Belurat, Tower Settlement
- Highroad Cross - Scadu Altus
- Moorth Ruins - Scadu Altus
- Scadu Altus, West - Scadu Altus
- Bonny Village - Scadu Altus
- Bridge Leading to the Village - Scadu Altus
- Church District Highroad - Scadu Altus
- Cathedral of Manus Metyr - Scadu Altus
- Bonny Gaol - Scadu Altus
- Moorth Highway, South - Scadu Altus
- Fort of Reprimand - Scadu Altus
- Scaduview Cross - Scadu Altus
- Finger Birthing Grounds - Scadu Altus
- Castle Watering Hole - Scadu Altus
- Recluses' River Upstream - Scadu Altus
- Recluses' River Downstream - Scadu Altus
- Darklight Catacombs - Scadu Altus
- Ruined Forge of Starfall Past - Scadu Altus
- Shadow Keep Main Gate - Shadow Keep
- Main Gate Plaza - Shadow Keep
- Church District Entrance - Shadow Keep, Church District
- Sunken Chapel - Shadow Keep, Church District
- Tree-Worship Passage - Shadow Keep, Church District
- Tree-Worship Sanctum - Shadow Keep, Church District
- Storehouse, First Floor - Specimen Storehouse
- Storehouse, Fourth Floor - Specimen Storehouse
- Storehouse, Seventh Floor - Specimen Storehouse
- Dark Chamber Entrance - Specimen Storehouse
- Storehouse, Back Section - Specimen Storehouse
- Storehouse, Loft - Specimen Storehouse
- West Rampart - Specimen Storehouse
- Messmer's Dark Chamber - Specimen Storehouse
- Shadow Keep, Back Gate - Scaduview
- Pillar Path Cross - Gravesite Plain
- Behind the Fort of Reprimand - Scadu Altus
Gravesite Plain
Related map marker: Gravesite Plain @ Shadow of the Erdtree
This Site of Grace is visible right away when you leave the starting crypt. Go forward and follow the light.
Scorched Ruins - Gravesite Plain
Related map marker: Scorched Ruins - Gravesite Plain @ Shadow of the Erdtree
Head down and turn left from the Gravesite Plain Site of Grace. In the distance you will notice a huge, burning enemy. Scorched Ruins are nearby.
Tree-Path Cross - Gravesite Plain
Related map marker: Three-Path Cross - Gravesite Plain @ Shadow of the Erdtree
Starting from the Scorched Ruins, head northwest, avoiding the giant burning enemy. On the left you will notice a Site of Grace and Miquella's Cross, with two NPCs standing next to it.
Greatbridge, North - Gravesite Plain
Related map marker: Greatbridge, North - Gravesite Plain @ Shadow of the Erdtree
Go north from the Tree-Path Cross Site of Grace. Follow the main road. Greatbridge, North will be in front of the destroyed village.
Main Gate Cross - Gravesite Plain
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This Site of Grace is located before the entrance to Belurat, Tower Settlement. Head west from the Tree-Path Cross.
Castle Front - Gravesite Plain
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Starting from the Tree-Path Cross Site of Grace, go northeast, towards Ellac Greatbridge. Cross it and run forward. The Castle Front will be close to the stairs leading to Castle Ensis.
Belurat Gaol - Gravesite Plain
Related map marker: Belurat Gaol - Gravesite Plain @ Shadow of the Erdtree
Starting from Greatbridge, North, head west in a straight line. You must cross the great lake (watch out for the sleeping huge dragon there). Moving forward, you will come across a cave where the Belurat Gaol is located.
Ruined Forge Lava Intake - Gravesite Plain
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Go south from the Castle Front. Along the way, you will notice several enemies fighting each other. Ignore them and keep running forward. At the very end of the road you will see a hole in the wall. Go through it and activate the Site of Grace.
Cliffroad Terminus - Gravesite Plain
Related map marker: Cliffroad Terminus - Gravesite Plain @ Shadow of the Erdtree
To get to the cliff, you need to turn left before the Main Gate Cross Site of Grace, towards the canyon. You will find several flying enemies there.
Pillar Path Waypoint - Gravesite Plain
Related map marker: Pillar Path Waypoint - Gravesite Plain @ Shadow of the Erdtree
Follow the main road from the Castle Front Site of Grace and head south. The Site of Grace is on the path.
Ellac River Cave - Gravesite Plain
Related map marker: Ellac River Cave - Gravesite Plain @ Shadow of the Erdtree
The Site of Grace is located in the passage leading to the cave by the river.
Ellac River Downstream - Graveyard Plain
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The Site of Grace is located in a cave, near a sitting spirit NPC. There is a waterfall next to it.
Fog Rift Catacombs - Gravesite Plain
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Head south from the Ancient Ruins Base Site of Grace. The catacombs are located near two large golems who attack with a melee weapon and a bow.
Dragon's Pit - Gravesite Plain
Related map marker: Dragon's Pit - Gravesite Plain @ Shadow of the Erdtree
The Site of Grace is located south of Pillar Path Waypoint.
Dragon's Pit Terminus - Gravesite Plain
Related map marker: Dragon's Pit Terminus - Gravesite Plain @ Shadow of the Erdtree
Continue your journey from the Dragon's Pit Site of Grace to reach this checkpoint.
Castle Ensis Checkpoint - Castle Ensis
Related map marker: Castle Ensis Checkpoint - Castle Ensis @ Shadow of the Erdtree
Go up the stairs towards Castle Ensis. Avoid or defeat the giant in Raya Lucaria's robes. Castle Ensis Checkpoint is near Miquella's Cross and the closed gate, on the left behind the hill.
Castle-Lord's Chamber - Castle Ensis
Related map marker: Castle-Lord's Chamber - Castle Ensis @ Shadow of the Erdtree
To get to the Castle-Lord's Chamber in Castle Ensis, you must get on the castle walls. When you see a knight with a white mane on his helmet, a large shield and a hammer, follow him - you will get to an elevator. Step on the button that activates it and go forward.
Ensis Moongazing Grounds - Castle Ensis
Related map marker: Ensis Moongazing Grounds - Castle Ensis @ Shadow of the Erdtree
When you reach the Castle-Lord's Chamber, go up the stairs. There will be a boss arena for Rellana, Twin Moon Knight.
Belurat, Tower Settlement
Related map marker: Belurat, Tower Settlement @ Shadow of the Erdtree
Starting from the Main Gate Cross Site of Grace, go up the stairs and straight ahead. Belurat, Tower Settlement, will be on the left side of the main locked gate.
Small Private Altar - Belurat, Tower Settlement
Related map marker: Small Private Altar - Belurat @ Shadow of the Erdtree
To get there, go east from the Belurat, Tower Settlement Site of Grace. In the large courtyard, you must go straight ahead and then go to the upper floor.
Stagefront - Belurat, Tower Settlement
Related map marker: Stagefront - Belurat @ Shadow of the Erdtree
You have to go to the top floor of the castle. The Site of Grace is located in front of the entrance to the arena with the Divine Beast Dancing Lion boss.
Theatre of the Divine Beast - Belurat, Tower Settlement
Related map marker: Theatre of the Divine Beast - Belurat @ Shadow of the Erdtree
After defeating the Divine Beast Dancing Lion boss, the Theatre of the Divine Beast Site of Grace will appear in his arena.
Highroad Cross - Scadu Altus
Related map marker: Highroad Cross - Scadu Altus @ Shadow of the Erdtree
Highroad Cross is located behind the arena where you fought Rellana, Twin Moon Knight. Go forward and you will find this Site of Grace. Nearby you will also find Miquella's Cross.
Moorth Ruins - Scadu Altus
Related map marker: Moorth Ruins - Scadu Altus @ Shadow of the Erdtree
Go east from the Highroad Cross Site of Grace. Moorth Ruins are located behind the enemy camp, near the Miquella's Cross.
Scadu Altus, West - Scadu Altus
Related map marker: Scadu Altus, West - Scadu Altus @ Shadow of the Erdtree
To get to the Scadu Altus, West , go west from the Highroad Cross Site of Grace. When you see the trees and the Castle Ensis, you should also notice this Site of Grace.
Bonny Village - Scadu Altus
Related map marker: Bonny Village - Scadu Altus @ Shadow of the Erdtree
When you go to the Moorth Ruins, on the right you will find the ruins of a building and a large hole in the ground. Jump down there, preferably on your mount. When you notice a location with a lot of jars, the Site of Grace should be on the left.
Bridge Leading to the Village - Scadu Altus
Related map marker: Bridge Leading to the Village - Scadu Altus @ Shadow of the Erdtree
When starting in Bonny Village, head towards the two bridges. The Site of Grace will appear immediately to your right as you reach the end of the second bridge.
Church District Highroad - Scadu Altus
Related map marker: Church District Highroad - Scadu Altus @ Shadow of the Erdtree
Following the main path from Bridge Leading to the Village, continue north.
Cathedral of Manus Metyr - Scadu Altus
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Following the main road from the Church District Highroad Site of Grace, take the path west and go to the water-surrounded Cathedral of Manus Metyr.
Bonny Gaol - Scadu Altus
Related map marker: Bonny Gaol - Scadu Altus @ Shadow of the Erdtree
Go there from Bonny Village, turn onto the main road and walk straight ahead. You will notice some scorpions there. Enter the cave and stick to the right.
Moorth Highway, South - Scadu Altus
Related map marker: Moorth Highway, South - Scadu Altus @ Shadow of the Erdtree
You'll get there by taking the main road south from the Moorth Ruins Site of Grace. You must go through a cave guarded by a large dragon.
Fort of Reprimand - Scadu Altus
Related map marker: Fort of Reprimand - Scadu Altus @ Shadow of the Erdtree
This Site of Grace is located on the walls of Fort of Reprimand. The quickest way to get there is from Moorth Highway, South.
Scaduview Cross - Scadu Altus
Related map marker: Scaduview Cross - Scadu Altus @ Shadow of the Erdtree
To get to this place, you must destroy a Spiritspring and use it on Torrent - it is near the dragon fight, near the Moorth Highway, South Site of Grace. After jumping to the highest peak, find a Site of Grace at the Miquella's Cross.
Finger Birthing Grounds - Scadu Altus
Related map marker: Finger Birthing Grounds @ Shadow of the Erdtree
You will reach this Site of Grace when you interact with the two bells while completing Ymir's quest. You can read more about how to get to this location on a separate page of the guide.
Castle Watering Hole - Scadu Altus
Related map marker: Castle Watering Hole - Scadu Altus @ Shadow of the Erdtree
To reach this Site of Grace, you must interact with the coffin in the Shadow Keep. We describe how to get to it on a separate page of the guide - How to reach the lower Scadu Altus.
Recluses' River Upstream - Scadu Altus
Related map marker: Recluses River Upstream - Scadu Altus @ Shadow of the Erdtree
The Site of Grace is located near the waterfall, south of the open area behind the Furnace Golems.
Recluses' River Downstream - Scadu Altus
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The Site of Grace is located on the edge of a narrow gorge.
Darklight Catacombs - Scadu Altus
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This Site of Grace is located inside the catacombs. Once there, open the door and go down the stairs.
Ruined Forge of Starfall Past - Scadu Altus
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This place is located between two lakes. Go underground by sliding down the ladder.
Shadow Keep Main Gate - Shadow Keep
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To get to this Site of Grace, start your journey from the Highroad Cross. Follow the main road north.
Main Gate Plaza - Shadow Keep
Related map marker: Main Gate Plaza - Shadow Keep @ Shadow of the Erdtree
All you need to do is to reach Shadow Keep Main Gate Site of Grace, and go a little further. In the arena you will encounter a boss the Golden Hippopotamus. Defeat it to gain access to this checkpoint.
Church District Entrance - Shadow Keep, Church District
Related map marker: Church District Entrance - Shadow Keep @ Shadow of the Erdtree
This Site of Grace is located in the eastern part of the Shadow Keep. The fastest way to get there is from the Church District Highroad and following the main path.
Sunken Chapel - Shadow Keep, Church District
Related map marker: Sunken Chapel - Church District @ Shadow of the Erdtree
To discover this Site of Grace, you must head to the Church District Entrance Site of Grace and head north, jumping on the roofs of the buildings. Then, when you notice a ladder, climb it and interact with the lever. The water is drained and you will be able to access the lower levels of the church district.
Tree-Worship Passage - Shadow Keep, Church District
Related map marker: Tree-Worship Passage - Shadow Keep @ Shadow of the Erdtree
You can get here from the south by using the elevator at the bottom of the Shadow Keep, Church District (you must first lower the water level using the lever). The Site of Grace is in the tunnel.
Tree-Worship Sanctum - Shadow Keep, Church District
Related map marker: Tree-Worship Sanctum - Shadow Keep @ Shadow of the Erdtree
Start your journey from the Tree-Worship Passage Site of Grace. Moving forward, you will eventually come across this checkpoint, which is very close to the Scadutree Avatar boss arena (you can read more about fighting this boss on the How to defeat Scadutree Avatar? page).
Storehouse, First Floor - Specimen Storehouse
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You will get to the Storehouse by defeating the Golden Hippopotamus. The Site of Grace is located next to the sculpture visible in the photo.
Storehouse, Fourth Floor - Specimen Storehouse
Related map marker: Storehouse, Fourth Floor - Specimen Storehouse @ Shadow of the Erdtree
To find this Site of Grace, go to the upper floors of the Specimen Storehouse. When you notice a sculpture of a levitating man, climb its head and jump down to the balcony.
Storehouse, Seventh Floor - Specimen Storehouse
Related map marker: Storehouse, Seventh Floor - Specimen Storehouse @ Shadow of the Erdtree
Keep reaching the next floors, starting from the Storehouse, Fourth Floor Site of Grace. This checkpoint is located in the small room where you will find the NPC Freyja.
Dark Chamber Entrance - Specimen Storehouse
Related map marker: Dark Chamber Entrance - Specimen Storehouse @ Shadow of the Erdtree
This Site of Grace is located on the highest point of the Specimen Storehouse. This is a checkpoint before the Messmer the Impaler boss arena (more about fighting this boss can be found on the How to defeat Messmer the Impaler? page).
Storehouse, Back Section - Specimen Storehouse
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To get to this Site of Grace, you must go to the rooftops of the buildings, starting from the Church District Entrance.
When you see the hole in the roof shown in the photo, jump down to the platform. Once you're on it, go forward and jump into the next hole. From there, you will see a narrow street that will lead to the elevator. Use it to reach the Site of Grace
Storehouse, Loft - Specimen Storehouse
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Start your journey from the Storehouse, Back Section Site of Grace. Find a hole on the eastern side of the wall to access the outer balconies. As you walk along them, you will notice small, single-person elevators that will take you to Storehouse, Loft.
West Rampart - Specimen Storehouse
Related map marker: West Rampart - Shadow Keep @ Shadow of the Erdtree
To get here, you need to start from the Storehouse, First Floor Site of Grace and keep to the left side of that floor. There you will notice an elevator that will take you to the lower levels. The checkpoint is on a long, narrow bridge.
Messmer's Dark Chamber - Specimen Storehouse
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You will unlock this Site of Grace after defeating Messmer the Impaler. It is located in the middle of his arena.
Shadow Keep, Back Gate - Scaduview
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You will unlock the Site of Grace as you progress through the story or via Storehouse, Loft. This is a checkpoint before the fight with Commander Gaius.
Pillar Path Cross - Gravesite Plain
This Site of Grace is located at the end of a side path leading through the forest.
Behind the Fort of Reprimand - Scadu Altus
This Site of Grace is located in the back courtyard of the Fort of Reprimand. You will get here using the shortcut to Scadu Altus, which you can read more about on the page How to get to Scadu Altus without fighting Rellana?.