As an experienced gamer and Harry Potter fan, I was eagerly anticipating the arrival of Hogwarts Legacy – and one feature I couldn‘t wait to experience was broom flight! Once unlocked, soaring over the expansive Hogwarts map uncovers new challenges and mysteries. Dotted across the landscape are 20 landing platforms for your broom or magical mount – but what secrets do they hold?
In this comprehensive guide, I‘ll cover everything you need to know about locating and mastering every landing platform while sharing my insider tips for advanced players. Consider this your key to unlocking broom flight mastery in Hogwarts Legacy!
Unlocking Broom Flight and Landing Challenges
Before you can start scouting landing platforms, you‘ll need to complete the Broom Flight Challenge during the main Flying Class quest at Hogwarts. This grants you access to broom mounts and introduces special landing challenges spread across four tiers:
- Tier 1: Land on 2 platforms to earn the Quidditch Captain‘s Uniform
- Tier 2: Land on 4 platforms to earn the Quidditch Captain’s Helmet
- Tier 3: Land on 6 platforms to earn the Quidditch Captain’s Gloves
- Tier 4: Land on 8 platforms to earn the Quidditch Captain’s Cape
These challenges are an exciting way to explore the world while earning sweet in-game rewards. Now let‘s get to locating those sneaky landing spots!
North Ford Bog Platforms
Surrounded by lush forests and winding rivers, North Ford Bog holds ancient magical secrets perfect for aspiring wizards.
The first platform lies just south of Pitt-Upon-Ford Floo Flame perched atop a secluded cliff. Beware of stealthy Demiguises lurking in the brush during your descent!
For the second platform, travel east from East North Ford Bog Floo Flame across the river basin. You’ll spot this landing pad on a ridge overlooking sprawling marshlands right before a bandit hideout – so be ready for combat if you stir up trouble!
Hogsmeade Valley Platform
Even seasoned Quidditch players can overlook this tricky platform situated east of Hogsmeade Valley Floo Flame. Veer slightly north passing the Poacher‘s Encampment to a rocky crag nested between mountains.
Use the valley ridgelines to guide your broomstick to the isolated pad – and drink in gorgeous Scottish highland views along your flight!
4 Platforms Hidden Around Hogwarts
Hogwarts Castle conceals some of the most surprising landing zones – including two in the North Hogwarts region. Seek out the first on a forest ridge southwest of Jackdaw‘s Tomb or northwest from the East Floo Flame.
Venture farther northeast from Korrow Ruin’s Floo Flame across the mountains to uncover the second peakside pad – but only after besting a Merlin Trial!
In South Hogwarts, trace the coastline south from Aranshire Floo Flame to score landing bragging rights on their seaside platform.
For the final magical mount touchdown, face the fantastic beasts! Soar northwest from Keenbridge Floo Flame over the Forbidden Forest to an intimidating plateau surrounded by Thestrals near Hagrid’s Hut.
Conquering Cliffs Along The Coast
Some of the most thrilling broom flight happens across the rugged cliffs and coves surrounding Hogwarts Legacy’s magical isles.
Feldcroft Region holds a swashbuckling four platforms, including one only master fliers can stick. Approach the first from North Feldcroft Floo Flame and let the glittering treasure vault be your beacon over the trees.
Continue conquering Feldcroft’s coastal heights by looping past two Merlin Trials to the second platform in the southeast mountains. Alternatively, sail due north from the Catacombs below!
For the third landing, trace the wooded river inlet northwest from South Feldcroft Floo Flame. Then gear up for a daring flight along sheer irondale cliffs southwest of the final fiery platform.
Other stunning seaside landing pads include South Sea Bog’s grassy hill studded with standing stones near The Mine’s Eye Floo Flame and Marunweem Lake’s stony crag requiring threstal navigation from Tower Tunnel Floo Flame!
Secret Remote Landing Zones Off The Map
Venturing farther into the magical unknown? Then seek out these ultra-remote landing platforms unseen by most Hogwarts Legacy explorers.
On the southwest Poidsear Coast, scope a jutting peninsula only accessible once you unlock the southern Floo Flames. Traverse the cliffs on broomstick then brace for spectacular views!
In Cragcroftshire’s sleepy fishing hamlets, trace the wooded inlets south from Cragcroft Floo Flame before touching down seaside next to glistening caverns perfect for practicing Water-Making Spell charms.
For true broomstick bragging rights, conquer two virtually inaccessible platforms along the sheer cliffs of Manor Cape. Seek out hints of shoreline Hippogriffs and glowing magical clues guiding you to elevated perches muggles couldn‘t fathom!
Lastly, seasoned Quidditch champions can attempt locating Clagmar Coast’s windswept pinnacle watchtower – but only by piecing together obscure memoirs detailing the craggy ridge‘s hidden entrance east of Kestrel Commons.
| Location | Nearby Floo Flame | Notable Encounters |
|---|---|---|
| North Ford Bog Platform 1 | Pitt-Upon-Ford | Demiguises |
| North Ford Bog Platform 2 | East North Ford Bog | Bandit Camp |
| Hogsmeade Valley | Hogsmeade Valley | Poacher Camp |
| North Hogwarts Platform 1 | Jackdaw‘s Tomb | Small Bandit Camp |
| North Hogwarts Platform 2 | Korrow Ruins | Merlin Trial |
| South Hogwarts Platform | Aranshire | Coastline Cliffs |
| Hogwarts Valley Platform 1 | West Hogwarts Valley | Waterfront Ridge |
| Hogwarts Valley Platform 2 | Keenbridge | Thestrals |
| Feldcroft Platform 1 | North Feldcroft | Treasure Vault |
| Feldcroft Platform 2 | South Feldcroft | Merlin Trials |
| Feldcroft Platform 3 | South Feldcroft | Forest River |
| Feldcroft Platform 4 | Irondale | Extreme Cliffs |
| South Sea Bog Platform | The Mine‘s Eye | Standing Stones |
| Poidsear Coast Platform | South Poidsear Coast | Seacliffs |
| Marunweem Lake Platform 1 | Marunweem Bridge | Wizard Duelists |
| Marunweem Lake Platform 2 | Tower Tunnel | Thestrals |
| Cragcroftshire Platform | Cragcroft | Fishing Village |
| Manor Cape Platform 1 | West Manor Cape | Puffskeins |
| Manor Cape Platform 2 | West Manor Cape | Hippogriffs |
| Clagmar Coast Platform | Clagmar Castle | Hidden Cliffs |
Insider Techniques for Broom Flight Mastery
Ready to take your Hogwarts Legacy aerial skills to the next level? Here are my best tips for navigating landing challenges with speed and style:
- Activate Eagle Eye – This reveals landing platforms on your map allowing you to pinpoint their location!
- Plot Efficient Routes – Link multiple platforms in one circuit to complete tiers faster.
- Flaunt Your Flight Skills – Dazzle enemies with Quidditch-worthy aerial attacks from your broom!
- Respect the Rules – Stick your landing by touching down fully on platforms and coming to a complete stop.
- Customize Your Broom – Pick broom modifications and gears to match your playstyle.
- Attempt Time Trials – Challenge your friends to beat your fastest landing platform run times!
So break out your finest brooms, wand, and wizard robes and let the aerial adventures begin! Hogwarts Legacy’s secret landing zones await.
