Water hardness in Bruck an der Leitha
13.2 °dH very hard
Tap water in Bruck an der Leitha is very hard: 13.2 °dH (237 mg/L · 13.8 gpg · 23.6 °fH).
Source: Stadtgemeinde Bruck an der Leitha, Trinkwasser Bruck und Wilfleinsdorf - Wasserwerte (2026-07) · data checked 2026-10-23
Range across supply zones: 209–264 mg/L.
2 supply zones — hardness varies by neighbourhood; the figure above is the median.
Hardness by district / supply zone
| °dH | mg/L | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Bruck/Leitha (Bereich Zentral) | 14.8 | 264 | very hard |
| Wilfleinsdorf | 11.7 | 209 | very hard |
The town of Bruck an der Leitha publishes results for two zones, Bruck and Wilfleinsdorf, sampled on 16 July 2026 and posted in September. The median is 236.5 mg/L CaCO₃, with Wilfleinsdorf at 208.8 mg/L and the Bruck zone at 264.2 mg/L. The page prints no unit; we read the values as German degrees (°dH) because they match the calcium and magnesium figures on the same page. The page does not say where the water comes from, so check which zone your street is in before choosing a descaler or softener.
Angabe in °dH; Härtebereiche wie in Deutschland üblich.
Water data
| Total hardness | 13.2 °dH |
|---|
How Bruck an der Leitha compares
- Tap water in Bruck an der Leitha is 5 % softer than the median of the 159 cities we track in Austria (14 °dH).
- By hardness it ranks 86 of 159 in Austria (1 = hardest); 46 % of these cities have softer water.
- In Niederösterreich it is number 42 of 46 cities; the regional median is 15.5 °dH.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Podersdorf am See, 19 km away (10.6 °dH).
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: Bruckneudorf, 1 km away (22.3 °dH).
Ranking of the hardest and softest water in Austria →
What it means at home
- Severe scale: heater elements and washing-machine heaters fail early.
- Detergent use is very high; taps and screens coat within days.
- Dishwasher at maximum salt setting.
- An ion-exchange softener is practically essential; RO for drinking water.
How much salt will you use for softening?
Yes. At this hardness a softener pays for itself through appliance life and detergent.
Descale a coffee machine or kettle about every 1 months (typical manufacturer guidance for this hardness).
Estimates for planning, not a quote. Check your appliance manual for exact settings.
Dishwasher setting in Bruck an der Leitha
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H04 |
| Miele | 13 °dH |
| AEG / Electrolux | 3 |
| Beko | 4th |
| Hoover | S2 |
| LG | H2 |
From each brand's manual for the model family named in the source; your model may differ, so check its manual. All brands and how to change the setting →
FAQ
Is Bruck an der Leitha water hard or soft?
It is very hard: 237 mg/L as CaCO₃ (13.8 gpg, 13.2 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Bruck an der Leitha safe to drink?
Hardness is not a health issue; it is about limescale, taste and appliances. Mains water must meet national drinking-water standards. Angabe in °dH; Härtebereiche wie in Deutschland üblich.
How many grains per gallon is Bruck an der Leitha water?
13.8 gpg, equal to 13.2 °dH, 23.6 °fH or 237 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Bruck an der Leitha?
For 237 mg/L (13.2 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: maximum level (5–7).
Do I need a water softener in Bruck an der Leitha?
Yes, unless you are only passing through: scale damages appliances within a few years.
Source
Source: Stadtgemeinde Bruck an der Leitha, Trinkwasser Bruck und Wilfleinsdorf - Wasserwerte (2026-07). Method: figure published by the water supplier. Stadtgemeinde Bruck an der Leitha, Trinkwasser Bruck und Wilfleinsdorf - Wasserwerte · Outdated figure? Tell us