Water hardness in Saalfelden am Steinernen Meer
9.6 °dH hard
Tap water in Saalfelden am Steinernen Meer is hard: 9.6 °dH (171 mg/L · 10 gpg · 17.1 °fH).
Source: Stadtgemeinde Saalfelden - Wassergüte Trinkwasser (Trinkwasseranalyse, Hydrologische Untersuchungsstelle Salzburg) (2026-10) · data checked 2026-10-20
The Saalfelden waterworks posts its test results online, and the latest entry we used is from 6 October 2026. It gives 170.8 mg/L CaCO₃ for a single citywide supply. The value was taken from the web table and not checked against the full analysis PDF. Expect moderate scale on kettles and showerheads.
Angabe in °dH; Härtebereiche wie in Deutschland üblich.
Water data
| Total hardness | 9.6 °dH |
|---|---|
| Utility | Stadtgemeinde Saalfelden am Steinernen Meer, Wasserwerk |
How Saalfelden am Steinernen Meer compares
- Tap water in Saalfelden am Steinernen Meer is 32 % softer than the median of the 159 cities we track in Austria (14 °dH).
- By hardness it ranks 145 of 159 in Austria (1 = hardest); 9 % of these cities have softer water.
- In Salzburg it is number 3 of 4 cities; the regional median is 10.8 °dH.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Bischofshofen, 28 km away (6.1 °dH).
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: Wals-Siezenheim, 41 km away (12 °dH).
Ranking of the hardest and softest water in Austria →
What it means at home
- Fast scale on taps, shower screens and kettle; white spots on glassware.
- Water heater: efficiency loss and element failures within years if unprotected.
- Dry skin and dull hair after showering are common.
- Softener recommended; jug or reverse osmosis for drinking.
How much salt will you use for softening?
Recommended, especially with a heater or boiler: scale cuts efficiency and shortens its life.
Descale a coffee machine or kettle about every 2 months (typical manufacturer guidance for this hardness).
Estimates for planning, not a quote. Check your appliance manual for exact settings.
Dishwasher setting in Saalfelden am Steinernen Meer
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H02 |
| Miele | 10 °dH |
| AEG / Electrolux | 2 |
| Beko | 3rd |
| Hoover | S1 |
| 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 Saalfelden am Steinernen Meer water hard or soft?
It is hard: 171 mg/L as CaCO₃ (10 gpg, 9.6 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Saalfelden am Steinernen Meer 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 Saalfelden am Steinernen Meer water?
10 gpg, equal to 9.6 °dH, 17.1 °fH or 171 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Saalfelden am Steinernen Meer?
For 171 mg/L (9.6 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: level 4–5.
Do I need a water softener in Saalfelden am Steinernen Meer?
Recommended if you have a water heater, boiler or tankless unit: it saves repairs and detergent.
Source
Source: Stadtgemeinde Saalfelden - Wassergüte Trinkwasser (Trinkwasseranalyse, Hydrologische Untersuchungsstelle Salzburg) (2026-10). Method: figure published by the water supplier. Stadtgemeinde Saalfelden - Wassergüte Trinkwasser (Trinkwasseranalyse, Hydrologische Untersuchungsstelle Salzburg) · Outdated figure? Tell us