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A Mountainous Start with Nearby Cherry Groves

This seed offers a quick descent to resources and scenic mountain biomes within easy reach.

An overhead view of varied terrain with dense forests, winding rivers, rocky grey mountains, and patches of pink-leafed cherry groves, with a small marker at the center indicating the spawn point.
3D fly-over of the world around spawn, rendered from the seed. Click to open it in the interactive 3D map.
Version
Java 26.2
+11
26.226.1.226.1.126.11.21.111.21.101.21.91.21.81.21.71.21.61.21.51.21.4
Spawn
8, 8
Spawn biome
Forest
Seed -7618010152907057522

You spawn directly in a Forest biome, but don't let the unassuming start fool you. Right below your feet, a Mineshaft awaits at (0, 0), just 11 blocks away. This gives you immediate access to underground resources for an early game boost. It's a fantastic advantage for players who like to get mining right away.

While the immediate spawn might feel a bit ordinary, the true gems of this seed are not far off. A scenic Cherry Grove biome is located about 172 blocks from your starting point, offering beautiful pink trees and a picturesque landscape. Additionally, you'll find Snowy Slopes about 96 blocks away, and a Grove about 64 blocks out, providing diverse terrain for exploration.

Beyond the surface, an Amethyst Geode is just 23 blocks away at (-8, 25), perfect for collecting valuable amethyst shards early on. If you're looking for a challenge, an Ancient City lies about 159 blocks from spawn at (128, 112), ready for those brave enough to explore its depths. These close-proximity structures offer excellent early game opportunities.

What you land in

You begin your journey in a Forest biome at y=94, a comfortable surface height. The immediate area is fairly flat, surrounded by a mix of trees, offering a standard but functional spawn. Within arm's reach, you'll find plenty of wood for your initial crafting needs, making for a straightforward start to your adventure.

Structures nearest to spawn

This seed shines with its incredibly close underground structures. A Mineshaft is practically under your feet, and an Amethyst Geode is also very near. For surface dwellers, a Village is about 264 blocks away, and a Ruined Portal at about 299 blocks offers a quick way to the Nether. Other notable structures like Trial Chambers are about 305 blocks away.

StructureCoordinates (X, Z)Blocks from spawn
Mineshaft 0, 0 11
Amethyst Geode -8, 25 23
Ancient City 128, 112 159
Village 160, 224 264
Ruined Portal 288, 112 299
Trial Chambers -208, 224 305
Igloo 64, -352 364
Trail Ruins 224, 368 420
Pillager Outpost 1,056, 192 1,064
Woodland Mansion 736, -816 1,100
Jungle Temple 784, -1,216 1,449
Ocean Monument -1,648, -304 1,685
Ocean Ruin -1,744, -240 1,769
Shipwreck -1,744, -336 1,785
Buried Treasure -311, 1,785 1,805
Desert Well 1,069, -1,795 2,092
Desert Pyramid 1,392, -1,904 2,360
Swamp Hut -752, 2,272 2,388
Stronghold -988, -1,628 1,915

Nearest instance of each type inside a 5,000-block box centred on spawn. Coordinates are the structure's origin; ancient cities and mineshafts sit far below the surface.

Biome mix around spawn

The area around spawn is predominantly Forest, making up over 30% of the nearby biomes. However, you'll quickly encounter varied landscapes including Meadow and Plains. For those seeking beauty, a Cherry Grove is a relatively close 172 blocks away. Mountain lovers will appreciate Snowy Slopes at about 96 blocks and Jagged Peaks about 244 blocks away.

BiomeShareNearest patch (blocks)
Forest 30.8% 0
Plains 13.5% 45
River 7.5% 187
Meadow 6.7% 32
Dark Forest 6.1% 774
Old Growth Birch Forest 5.4% 560
Birch Forest 4.4% 615
Taiga 4.1% 295
Grove 4% 64
Old Growth Spruce Taiga 3.4% 484
Cherry Grove 3.2% 172
Jagged Peaks 2.5% 244
Snowy Slopes 2.4% 96
Old Growth Pine Taiga 1.7% 358
Stony Shore 1.3% 702
Ocean 1.1% 769

Surface biome sampled on a grid across a 2,048×2,048 block box centred on spawn. Biomes under 1% share are omitted, except the biome you spawn in.

Is this seed for you?

This seed is ideal for players who enjoy a quick start with immediate access to mining and valuable resources. The nearby mountains and Cherry Grove offer fantastic locations for building a scenic base, while the close Ancient City provides an early challenge. It's great for those who want a blend of resource gathering and diverse exploration without traveling vast distances.

Worth it for

  • Mineshaft only 11 blocks from spawn - immediate underground resources
  • Amethyst Geode about 23 blocks from spawn - easy access to amethyst
  • Ancient City about 159 blocks away - early endgame challenge
  • Cherry Grove about 172 blocks away - beautiful, rare biome within easy reach

Worth knowing

  • Spawn is in a plain Forest biome - nothing dramatic right at your feet
  • Nearest Village is about 264 blocks away - requires a bit of a walk for trading