Water hardness in Montbéliard
22.8 °fH very hard
Tap water in Montbéliard is very hard: 22.8 °fH (228 mg/L · 13.3 gpg · 12.8 °dH).
Source: Ministère de la Santé (ARS), contrôle sanitaire SISE-Eaux, commune 25388 (2026-08) · data checked 2026-10-19
In Montbéliard (Doubs), the ARS health-control data (SISE-Eaux, August 2026) show 228 mg/L CaCO₃, or 22.8 °f, which is very hard. The network falls under Sepm. Regular descaling of appliances is useful.
TH en °fH : douce < 15, moyennement dure 15–25, dure 25–35, très dure > 35 °fH (classes usuelles ARS).
Water data
| Total hardness | 22.8 °fH |
|---|---|
| Utility | Sepm |
How Montbéliard compares
- Tap water in Montbéliard is 5 % softer than the median of the 33641 cities we track in France (23.9 °fH).
- By hardness it ranks 17990 of 33641 in France (1 = hardest); 46 % of these cities have softer water.
- In Doubs it is number 454 of 557 cities; the regional median is 25.6 °fH.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Châtenois-les-Forges, 7 km away (6.6 °fH).
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: Allondans, 4 km away (30.6 °fH).
Ranking of the hardest and softest water in France →
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 Montbéliard
| 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 Montbéliard water hard or soft?
It is very hard: 228 mg/L as CaCO₃ (13.3 gpg, 12.8 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Montbéliard safe to drink?
Hardness is not a health issue; it is about limescale, taste and appliances. Mains water must meet national drinking-water standards. TH en °fH : douce < 15, moyennement dure 15–25, dure 25–35, très dure > 35 °fH (classes usuelles ARS).
How many grains per gallon is Montbéliard water?
13.3 gpg, equal to 12.8 °dH, 22.8 °fH or 228 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Montbéliard?
For 228 mg/L (12.8 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: maximum level (5–7).
Do I need a water softener in Montbéliard?
Yes, unless you are only passing through: scale damages appliances within a few years.
Source
Source: Ministère de la Santé (ARS), contrôle sanitaire SISE-Eaux, commune 25388 (2026-08). Method: own measurement. Ministère de la Santé (ARS), contrôle sanitaire SISE-Eaux, commune 25388 · Outdated figure? Tell us