Water hardness in Besigheim
9 °dH hard
Tap water in Besigheim is hard: 9 °dH (161 mg/L · 9.4 gpg · 16.1 °fH).
Source: Stadt Besigheim – Zonenplan Wasserversorgung, Wasserhärtegrade der Versorgungszonen (2023) · data checked 2026-10-29
Range across supply zones: 157–307 mg/L.
3 supply zones — hardness varies by neighbourhood; the figure above is the median.
Hardness by district / supply zone
| °dH | mg/L | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 1 Bodenseewasser BWV (Schimmelfeld, Ingersheimer Feld, Husarenhof, Ottmarsheim) | 9 | 161 | hard |
| Zone 2 Wasser Unterriexingen enthärtet (Neusatz, Weststadt, Schäuber, Löchgauer Feld) | 8.8 | 157 | hard |
| Zone 3 Neckarhäldenquelle gemischt mit Bodenseewasser (Wörth, Kernstadt) | 17.2 | 307 | very hard |
Besigheim's zone plan shows three supplies. Zone 1 takes Bodensee water at 160.7 mg/L CaCO₃, zone 2 takes Unterriexingen water that is softened at 157.1 mg/L, and zone 3 (Wörth and the Kernstadt) mixes Neckarhäldenquelle water with Bodensee water at 307.0 mg/L. Your zone decides whether you need scale protection, so check the zone map.
German law (WRMG) uses 3 bands: soft < 8.4 °dH, medium 8.4–14 °dH, hard > 14 °dH.
Water data
| Total hardness | 9 °dH |
|---|---|
| mmol_l | 3.1 |
| Utility | Wasserversorgung Besigheim (Eigenbetrieb) |
How Besigheim compares
- Tap water in Besigheim is 22 % softer than the median of the 809 cities we track in Germany (11.5 °dH).
- By hardness it ranks 528 of 809 in Germany (1 = hardest); 34 % of these cities have softer water.
- In Baden-Württemberg it is number 116 of 146 cities; the regional median is 12.8 °dH.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Neuenbürg, 41 km away (3.5 °dH).
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: Bietigheim-Bissingen, 5 km away (17.3 °dH).
Ranking of the hardest and softest water in Germany →
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 Besigheim
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H02 |
| Miele | 9 °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 Besigheim water hard or soft?
It is hard: 161 mg/L as CaCO₃ (9.4 gpg, 9 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Besigheim safe to drink?
Hardness is not a health issue; it is about limescale, taste and appliances. Mains water must meet national drinking-water standards. German law (WRMG) uses 3 bands: soft < 8.4 °dH, medium 8.4–14 °dH, hard > 14 °dH.
How many grains per gallon is Besigheim water?
9.4 gpg, equal to 9 °dH, 16.1 °fH or 161 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Besigheim?
For 161 mg/L (9 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: level 4–5.
Do I need a water softener in Besigheim?
Recommended if you have a water heater, boiler or tankless unit: it saves repairs and detergent.
Source
Source: Stadt Besigheim – Zonenplan Wasserversorgung, Wasserhärtegrade der Versorgungszonen (2023). Method: figure published by the water supplier. Stadt Besigheim – Zonenplan Wasserversorgung, Wasserhärtegrade der Versorgungszonen · Outdated figure? Tell us