Exploration is a huge part of Elden Ring, and with a brand new region waiting for you in the Shadow of the Erdtree expansion, deciding where to go first can be a daunting task.The Land of Shadow is absolutely massive. While it’s only about the size of Limgrave on paper, the verticality of the new region means there’s much more to discover than you may think. Just like the base game, every deep cave or tall cliff is home to new weapons, armor, and equipment that will help you prepare for the road ahead. Here are some places that you should check out first when you start playing Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree.Best Areas to Explore First in Elden Ring Shadow of the ErdtreeThere are a few early-game locations that are perfect starting points for your Shadow of the Erdtree journey. The first place we recommend visiting is Belurat, Tower Settlement. This is the first major dungeon of the expansion, and you can access it right from the beginning of the DLC. Just foll…