Water hardness in Vieux-Condé
49.1 °fH very hard
Tap water in Vieux-Condé is very hard: 49.1 °fH (491 mg/L · 28.7 gpg · 27.5 °dH).
Source: Ministère de la Santé (ARS), contrôle sanitaire SISE-Eaux, commune 59616 (2026-08) · data checked 2026-10-19
In Vieux-Condé (Nord), water from Eau Du Valenciennois measures 491 mg/L as CaCO₃, a high value that places it in the very hard category. Measured data from the ARS SISE-Eaux health monitoring (commune 59616), August 2026 record.
TH en °fH : douce < 15, moyennement dure 15–25, dure 25–35, très dure > 35 °fH (classes usuelles ARS).
Water data
| Total hardness | 49.1 °fH |
|---|---|
| Utility | Eau Du Valenciennois |
How Vieux-Condé compares
- Tap water in Vieux-Condé is 105 % harder than the median of the 33641 cities we track in France (23.9 °fH).
- By hardness it ranks 79 of 33641 in France (1 = hardest); 100 % of these cities have softer water.
- In Nord it is number 1 of 634 cities; the regional median is 35.8 °fH.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Odomez, 2 km away (38.7 °fH).
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: Vez, 139 km away (64.2 °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 Vieux-Condé
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H06 |
| Miele | 28 °dH |
| AEG / Electrolux | 6 |
| Beko | 6th |
| Hoover | S4 |
| LG | H4 |
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 Vieux-Condé water hard or soft?
It is very hard: 491 mg/L as CaCO₃ (28.7 gpg, 27.5 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Vieux-Condé 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 Vieux-Condé water?
28.7 gpg, equal to 27.5 °dH, 49.1 °fH or 491 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Vieux-Condé?
For 491 mg/L (27.5 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: maximum level (5–7).
Do I need a water softener in Vieux-Condé?
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 59616 (2026-08). Method: own measurement. Ministère de la Santé (ARS), contrôle sanitaire SISE-Eaux, commune 59616 · Outdated figure? Tell us