Water hardness in Provins
25.6 °fH very hard
Tap water in Provins is very hard: 25.6 °fH (256 mg/L · 15 gpg · 14.3 °dH).
Source: Ministère de la Santé (ARS), contrôle sanitaire SISE-Eaux, commune 77379 (2026-07) · data checked 2026-10-19
Provins (Seine-et-Marne) is supplied by Veolia (GIE Île-de-France). Measured hardness is 256 mg/L as CaCO₃, which is very hard. Source: SISE-Eaux health control (ARS, commune 77379), July 2026.
TH en °fH : douce < 15, moyennement dure 15–25, dure 25–35, très dure > 35 °fH (classes usuelles ARS).
Water data
| Total hardness | 25.6 °fH |
|---|---|
| Utility | Veolia - Gie Ile De France |
How Provins compares
- Tap water in Provins is 7 % harder than the median of the 33641 cities we track in France (23.9 °fH).
- By hardness it ranks 14680 of 33641 in France (1 = hardest); 56 % of these cities have softer water.
- In Seine-et-Marne it is number 385 of 500 cities; the regional median is 27.7 °fH.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Melz-sur-Seine, 11 km away (19.1 °fH).
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: La Saulsotte, 15 km away (34.5 °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 Provins
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H04 |
| Miele | 14 °dH |
| AEG / Electrolux | 3 |
| Beko | 4th |
| Hoover | S2 |
| LG | H3 |
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 Provins water hard or soft?
It is very hard: 256 mg/L as CaCO₃ (15 gpg, 14.3 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Provins 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 Provins water?
15 gpg, equal to 14.3 °dH, 25.6 °fH or 256 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Provins?
For 256 mg/L (14.3 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: maximum level (5–7).
Do I need a water softener in Provins?
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 77379 (2026-07). Method: own measurement. Ministère de la Santé (ARS), contrôle sanitaire SISE-Eaux, commune 77379 · Outdated figure? Tell us