Water hardness in Braunschweig
8.4 °dH hard
Tap water in Braunschweig is hard: 8.4 °dH (150 mg/L · 8.8 gpg · 15 °fH).
Source: BS|ENERGY Trinkwasser-Vollanalyse 2026, WTI Prüfbericht 2026B0104714 (2026-06) · data checked 2026-10-19
BS|ENERGY's 2026 full analysis gives 149.9 mg/L CaCO₃, measured at a single sampling point at the Bürgerpark pumping station on 18 May 2026. It does not represent the whole city and no zone range is available. Treat it as an indication and ask BS|ENERGY about your own area.
German law (WRMG) uses 3 bands: soft < 8.4 °dH, medium 8.4–14 °dH, hard > 14 °dH.
Water data
| Total hardness | 8.4 °dH |
|---|---|
| Utility | BS|ENERGY |
How Braunschweig compares
- Tap water in Braunschweig is 27 % softer than the median of the 809 cities we track in Germany (11.5 °dH).
- By hardness it ranks 556 of 809 in Germany (1 = hardest); 31 % of these cities have softer water.
- In Niedersachsen it is number 24 of 94 cities; the regional median is 7 °dH.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Liebenburg, 39 km away (2.8 °dH).
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: Burgdorf, 40 km away (10.7 °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 Braunschweig
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H02 |
| Miele | 8 °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 Braunschweig water hard or soft?
It is hard: 150 mg/L as CaCO₃ (8.8 gpg, 8.4 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Braunschweig 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 Braunschweig water?
8.8 gpg, equal to 8.4 °dH, 15 °fH or 150 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Braunschweig?
For 150 mg/L (8.4 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: level 4–5.
Do I need a water softener in Braunschweig?
Recommended if you have a water heater, boiler or tankless unit: it saves repairs and detergent.
Source
Source: BS|ENERGY Trinkwasser-Vollanalyse 2026, WTI Prüfbericht 2026B0104714 (2026-06). Method: own measurement. BS|ENERGY Trinkwasser-Vollanalyse 2026, WTI Prüfbericht 2026B0104714 · Outdated figure? Tell us