Water hardness in Eisenstadt
13.5 °dH very hard
Tap water in Eisenstadt is very hard: 13.5 °dH (241 mg/L · 14.1 gpg · 24.1 °fH).
Source: Wasserleitungsverband Nördliches Burgenland - Trinkwasseruntersuchung GHB Eisenstadt (2024-11) · data checked 2026-10-20
The Wasserleitungsverband Nördliches Burgenland, which is based in Eisenstadt, tested the GHB Eisenstadt zone between October and November 2024. The result is 241.0 mg/L CaCO₃. It covers that zone only, and we cannot confirm every local network in the town. The report is almost two years old. Expect limescale on appliances.
Angabe in °dH; Härtebereiche wie in Deutschland üblich.
Water data
| Total hardness | 13.5 °dH |
|---|---|
| Utility | Wasserleitungsverband Nördliches Burgenland (seat Eisenstadt) |
How Eisenstadt compares
- Tap water in Eisenstadt is close to the median of the 159 cities we track in Austria (14 °dH).
- By hardness it ranks 82 of 159 in Austria (1 = hardest); 48 % of these cities have softer water.
- In Burgenland it is number 27 of 72 cities; the regional median is 11.6 °dH.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Wulkaprodersdorf, 6 km away (10.7 °dH).
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: Wiener Neustadt, 22 km away (17 °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 Eisenstadt
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H04 |
| Miele | 14 °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 Eisenstadt water hard or soft?
It is very hard: 241 mg/L as CaCO₃ (14.1 gpg, 13.5 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Eisenstadt 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 Eisenstadt water?
14.1 gpg, equal to 13.5 °dH, 24.1 °fH or 241 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Eisenstadt?
For 241 mg/L (13.5 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: maximum level (5–7).
Do I need a water softener in Eisenstadt?
Yes, unless you are only passing through: scale damages appliances within a few years.
Source
Source: Wasserleitungsverband Nördliches Burgenland - Trinkwasseruntersuchung GHB Eisenstadt (2024-11). Method: own measurement. Wasserleitungsverband Nördliches Burgenland - Trinkwasseruntersuchung GHB Eisenstadt · Outdated figure? Tell us