Livonia is DayZ’s second official map — smaller, greener and more forested than Chernarus, with its own flavour of survival. This guide covers the DayZ Livonia map and where to go.
Livonia at a glance
Livonia (also called Enoch) is roughly 163 km² — noticeably smaller than Chernarus’s 230 km² — set in a dense Central European landscape of thick forests, farmland, lakes and small towns. The heavy tree cover makes it feel more claustrophobic and ambush-prone than Chernarus’s open fields.
Key locations
- Towns & villages — scattered settlements for early survival loot.
- Military zones — the airfield and military camps hold the best weapons and gear (and the most PvP).
- The forests — Livonia’s defining feature; great for hidden bases and ambushes, easy to get lost in.
- Hunting — Livonia leans into hunting and a more PvE survival feel, with abundant wildlife.
Livonia vs Chernarus
Livonia is more compact and forested, which means closer encounters and a stronger survival/PvE vibe, while Chernarus is bigger, more open and the classic DayZ experience. Many servers run one or the other; some rotate.
Navigating Livonia
As always in DayZ, there’s no default GPS — use an in-game map, compass and landmarks. Our free DayZ interactive map covers Livonia with loot zones, military areas and points of interest so you can plan routes through the forests.
Run Livonia your way
On your own DayZ server you can run Livonia (or Chernarus) with your own loot and rules for your group. Set it up with our server config generator.
Frequently asked questions
How big is the Livonia map in DayZ?
Around 163 km² — smaller and more forested than Chernarus (230 km²).
Is Livonia better than Chernarus?
Different feel — Livonia is compact, forested and more PvE/survival; Chernarus is bigger, more open and the classic experience. It comes down to preference.
Where is the best loot in Livonia?
The airfield and military camps hold the best weapons and gear — and the most dangerous PvP.
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