The ruins await

Journey through
the ruins of Hallownest

An interactive atlas charting every forgotten corner, every boss lair, and every secret passage of the decaying kingdom. Mark your progress, plan your path.

12Regions
47Bosses
145POIs
100%Complete
12Unique Regions
47+Boss Encounters
36Charms & Relics
Adventures
Explore the Kingdom

Which Region Should You Explore First?

From the quiet surface of Dirtmouth to the sunlit spires of the City of Tears, every corner of the kingdom tells a story. Choose a region to begin.

Dirtmouth

The only town above ground. A quiet, wind-swept resting place for the last remaining bug inhabitants.

3 POIs1 Boss

Forgotten Crossroads

The central highway of the kingdom. Ancient tunnels weaving in every direction, now infested with the Infection.

8 POIs6 Bosses

City of Tears

The capital city, forever weeping beneath the surface. Towering spires of a civilization long lost to the Void.

12 POIs7 Bosses

Greenpath

A verdant cavern teeming with life. Where the kingdom's decay is overrun by wild, untamed vegetation.

7 POIs4 Bosses

Fungal Wastes

A vast fungal colony. The mushroom folk guard their ancient ways with spores and spears alike.

5 POIs3 Bosses

Deepnest

A creeping labyrinth of chittering beasts. Few venture here. Fewer return. Home to Nosk and the Herrah's Domain.

6 POIs5 Bosses

Howling Cliffs

Windswept cliffs above the kingdom. Home to the mighty Nailmasters and the entrance to Greenpath.

4 POIs2 Bosses

Mantis Village

A proud warrior tribe dwelling in the foothills. Defeat their lords and earn their respect.

5 POIs3 Bosses

The Hive

A hidden beehive fortress clinging to the kingdom's edge. Home to the Hive Knight and the Hiveblood charm.

4 POIs2 Bosses

Kingdom's Edge

A windswept wilderness at the kingdom's outer reaches. Home to the Great Hopper and the entrance to the Hive.

5 POIs3 Bosses

Royal Waterways

Beneath the capital lies a forgotten network of canals. Home to the Flukemarm and the White Defender's arena.

4 POIs3 Bosses

Resting Grounds

A place of pilgrimage for wandering spirits. The Seer awaits here, along with the entrance to the Dream Realm.

5 POIs3 Bosses

Hallownest Region Overview

Quick-reference table of all mapped regions with POI and boss counts. Data current as of August 2026.

Region Points of Interest Boss Encounters DLC Content
Dirtmouth31Base game
Forgotten Crossroads86Base game
City of Tears127Base game
Greenpath74Base game
Fungal Wastes53Base game
Deepnest65Base game
Howling Cliffs42Hidden Dreams
Mantis Village53Base game
The Hive42Base game
Kingdom's Edge53Grimm Troupe
Royal Waterways43Base game
Resting Grounds53Godmaster
Total6842

Note: Table shows 68 key POIs and 42 boss encounters across 12 regions. The full atlas tracks 145+ total POIs and 47+ bosses including sub-areas like White Palace, Ancient Basin, and Godhome.

Sources: Hollow Knight Wiki, Wikipedia, and in-game data. Hollow Knight was developed by Team Cherry and released on February 24, 2017.

For the brave traveler

How Will You Plan Your Journey?

Whether you seek powerful charms, hidden bosses, or seek to unravel the kingdom's lore, these guides will light your path through the dark.

Boss Locations

Every boss, their arena, and suggested nail upgrades before you challenge them.

Charm Compendium

The what, where, and how of every charm — find the ones that fit your playstyle.

Optimal Route

Choose an ordered path through Hallownest that minimizes backtracking and maximizes gear progression.

Grub Locations

Every trapped grub — save them all and earn rewards from the Grubfather.

Lore & Story

The fall of Hallownest, the Vessel's purpose, and the mysteries woven into every crumbling wall.

Secrets & Hidden Rooms

The breakable floors, hidden switches, and obscure passages you would otherwise miss on your first run.

Ready to Begin Your Expedition?

The interactive world map of Hallownest awaits. Zoom into regions, locate bosses, and mark your progress across the entire kingdom.

Questions from fellow travelers

What Travelers Ask Most

Wondering about map mechanics, lore origins, or how to best use this atlas? Find answers to the most common questions here.

Yes. Each marker on the map is clickable and provides context about the location. Filter by category to show only what matters to your current run.

Yes, especially in boss and lore sections. We tag major story moments as spoilers, but by nature an atlas reveals the full extent of Hallownest.

Yes. The atlas covers bosses and areas from Hidden Dreams, The Grimm Troupe, Lifeblood, and Godmaster — all four free content packs released by Team Cherry between 2017 and 2018. Look for colored DLC tags.

No. This is an entirely fan-made, unofficial community atlas. Hollow Knight, Hallownest, and all related content are the property of Team Cherry.

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About this project

Who Built the Hallownest Atlas?

The Hallownest Atlas is a fan-made, open interactive map project launched in October 2025. Our team covers all 12 regions, 47 boss encounters, 36 charms, and over 145 points of interest across the base game and all four free content packs (Hidden Dreams, The Grimm Troupe, Lifeblood, Godmaster).

This project is not affiliated with Team Cherry. Hollow Knight and all related content are the property of Team Cherry. Sources: Hollow Knight Wiki, Wikipedia.