In The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, grindstones are one of the simple methods for increasing your weapon damage. These sharpening places are found all over the main areas, and using one will lead to a quick 20% attack power rise for Geralt. This guide will show you all 40 places where you can find a grindstone, so you can always enhance your blades no matter where you go.
All Grindstone Locations In The Witcher 3
In The Witcher 3, grindstones are practical instruments that temporarily enhance your weapons. Once you use the sword on one, the sword will deal 20% more damage for some time. You can often find grindstones near the blacksmiths or armourers, but they might also appear in unexpected locations.
Kaer Morhen
Kaer Morhen is an ancient fortress where witchers from the School of the Wolf were once trained. It sits deep in the Blue Mountains of Kaedwen, near the Gwenllech River. The name comes from an old Elder Speech phrase, but over time, it changed into the version we know today.
Grindstone Location #1
You will find this grindstone in a quiet corner of the Kaer Morhen courtyard at X: 7371, Y: 7485.
Grindstone Location #2
Another grindstone sits near the courtyard fireplace at X: 7389, Y: 7577.
Grindstone Location #3
Inside the main hall, hidden inside a corner at X: 7728, Y: 7381.
Velen & Novigrad
Velen was a province in northern Temeria, best known for the Aretuza Academy of Magic located near its capital, Gors Velen. Novigrad, on the other hand, is a free city inside Redania’s territory but doesn’t follow Redanian rule. It’s one of the biggest ports on the continent and home to almost 30,000 people, making it one of the largest cities in the North.
Grindstone Location #4
This grindstone is placed along a forest path at X: 4572, Y: 9918.
Grindstone Location #5
Climb the ladder near the old drawbridge, and you will spot a grindstone at X: 5179, Y: 7713.
Grindstone Location #6
Between two houses at X: 8619, Y: 9202, there’s a small grindstone that gives you a quick attack power boost.
Grindstone Location #7
Near an amateur blacksmith at X: 5319, Y: 9044, you can sharpen your blade anytime you pass through.
Grindstone Location #8
Close to the Baron’s castle at X: 6026, Y: 9083, a grindstone stands ready to use.
Grindstone Location #9
Next to some market stalls along the path at X: 6671, Y: 6053, you will spot another grindstone.
Grindstone Location #10
Near a blacksmith’s shop in Novigrad, there’s a grindstone waiting at X: 6965, Y: 9186.
Grindstone Location #11
Another grindstone is at X: 5971, Y: 10139, near a house.
Grindstone Location #12
Inside a small camp near the Eternal Fire Chapel at X: 7718, Y: 6883, you will find a grindstone set up near the tents.
Grindstone Location #13
Beneath a wooden structure on top of a hill at X: 6453, Y: 7276, there’s a grindstone you can use to enhance the weapon.
Grindstone Location #14
Just outside a small house at X: 7233, Y: 8370, you will spot another grindstone.
Grindstone Location #15
Next to a campsite at X: 4994, Y: 9736, a grindstone is set up in a clearing.
Grindstone Location #16
Near Oxenfurt’s docks entrance at X: 8540, Y: 7484, you can quickly sharpen your sword before heading into the city.
Grindstone Location #17
Besides the chest filled with witcher diagrams at X: 8144, Y: 11382, there’s another grindstone present there.
White Orchard
White Orchard is a small region and village in Temeria, known for its beautiful fruit orchards that bloom with white flowers every spring. The peaceful Ismena River runs right through the village and flows northward, adding to the calm, countryside feel of the place.
Grindstone Location #18
Right beside the blacksmith’s area in White Orchard at X: 4721, Y: 5394, this early-game grindstone is great for beginners.
Grindstone Location #19
You can sharpen your blade at a roadside grindstone at X: 4558, Y: 7363, not far from the main path.
Grindstone Location #20
Near the riverbank at X: 6816, Y: 7698, another grindstone lets you enhance your weapon damage.
Skellige Isles
Skellige Isles is a group of six islands in the Great Sea. It sits off the coast of Cintra, southwest of Cidaris and Verden. The islands are famous for their fearless warriors, skilled sailors, and fast longships that travel across many seas. Skellige has always had a rocky relationship with the Northern Kingdoms, but they were strong allies of Cintra, mostly because Queen Calanthe married Eist Tuirseach, a leader from Skellige. After King Eist died in the Battle of Marnadal, the Islanders focused their raids on the Nilfgaardian Empire, striking back out of revenge.
Grindstone Location #21
In Kaer Trolde’s outdoor smithing area, you will find a grindstone tucked in the corner at X: 7310, Y: 6582.
Grindstone Location #22
Behind the amateur blacksmith at X: 6751, Y: 7744, a grindstone is ready for sharpening.
Grindstone Location #23
Outside a small building beside the path at X: 10501, Y: 7525, there’s another grindstone you can use.
Grindstone Location #24
Next to the journeyman armorer’s workshop at X: 7407, Y: 8697, you will find a grindstone sitting in plain sight.
Grindstone Location #25
Near the western entrance of Larvik at X: 10828, Y: 7423, a grindstone is standing close to the village gate.
Grindstone Location #26
Right in the middle of a quiet village at X: 9355, Y: 5161, another grindstone between the houses.
Grindstone Location #27
Next to a bridge in an abandoned site at X: 7832, Y: 7267, there’s a grindstone hidden beside the wooden structure.
Grindstone Location #28
Behind the amateur blacksmith at X: 10964, Y: 7415, another grindstone is ready for use.
Grindstone Location #29
Close to another amateur blacksmith at X: 5524, Y: 5758, you will find a simple grindstone next to his tools.
Grindstone Location #30
Near the northern coastline at X: 9629, Y: 9855, there’s a grindstone beside a roadside smithing area.
Toussaint
Toussaint is a small duchy that technically belongs to the Nilfgaardian Empire, but it mostly runs itself. The region is best known for its amazing wines, thanks to its rich volcanic soil and perfect mix of sunshine and rain. Toussaint doesn’t keep a big army; instead, it depends on wandering knights who patrol the borders and roads, along with the loyal Ducal Guard who protect the duchy.
Grindstone Location #31
Inside the master blacksmith’s shop at X: 7056, Y: 9209, a grindstone sits behind the counter.
Grindstone Location #32
Along a vineyard path at X: 7446, Y: 5417, you will find a lone grindstone resting near a post.
Grindstone Location #33
Near the journeyman armorer’s workshop at X: 7098, Y: 8328, there’s a grindstone.
Grindstone Location #34
Inside a cave used for smithing at X: 5855, Y: 6467, another grindstone sits in the working area.
Grindstone Location #35
Near another journeyman armorer at X: 8008, Y: 9783, you will find a grindstone outside the workshop.
Grindstone Location #36
On an elevated ledge in the quarry at X: 9128, Y: 8095, a grindstone rests overlooking the stone pits.
Grindstone Location #37
Beside a red-painted house at X: 7012, Y: 7159, you will find another grindstone ready for sharpening.
Grindstone Location #38
Under a small gazebo at the Trading Post at X: 7922, Y: 6076, a grindstone is present in the shade.
Grindstone Location #39
After you upgrade Corvo Bianco by paying 1000 crowns, a grindstone appears in the courtyard at X: 7287, Y: 8068.
Grindstone Location #40
Inside the smithing area of a Hanse Base at X: 9594, Y: 7517, you will find a grindstone among the forges.
