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Open-source MCP server over a git-backed Obsidian vault. Single-user, self-host. Six tools, hybrid search, provenance/blame, auto-link discovery.

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Grove – Open-source remote MCP server for Obsidian vaults

by jmilinovich·Apr 14, 2026·3 points·0 comments

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Remote MCP server makes Obsidian vaults accessible from Claude on any device.

Strengths
  • Hybrid BM25+vector search balances keyword relevance with semantic understanding
  • Write queue with mutex prevents sync conflicts when multiple clients edit
  • Six composable MCP tools designed to avoid overwhelming agent tool selection
Weaknesses
  • Requires self-hosting and server maintenance for full control
  • Depends on git-tracked vault structure—won't work with standard Obsidian sync
Category
Target Audience

Obsidian users and personal knowledge management enthusiasts

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