Water hardness in Burgdorf
10.7 °dH very hard
Tap water in Burgdorf is very hard: 10.7 °dH (191 mg/L · 11.2 gpg · 19.1 °fH).
Source: Stadtwerke Burgdorf GmbH, Betriebsanalyse Burgdorf (Analyse vom 23.03.2026) (2026-03) · data checked 2026-10-23
Stadtwerke Burgdorf publishes its operating analysis of 23 March 2026, and the hardness in it is 191.0 mg/L CaCO₃, which is very hard. We have one analysis for the town and no zone breakdown, so we cannot say whether all districts receive the same water. Celle to the north-east reports 117.1 mg/L and Hannover 214.2 mg/L, so the neighbours vary considerably.
German law (WRMG) uses 3 bands: soft < 8.4 °dH, medium 8.4–14 °dH, hard > 14 °dH.
Water data
| Total hardness | 10.7 °dH |
|---|---|
| Utility | Stadtwerke Burgdorf GmbH |
How Burgdorf compares
- Tap water in Burgdorf is 7 % softer than the median of the 809 cities we track in Germany (11.5 °dH).
- By hardness it ranks 451 of 809 in Germany (1 = hardest); 44 % of these cities have softer water.
- In Niedersachsen it is number 17 of 94 cities; the regional median is 7 °dH.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Celle, 20 km away (6.6 °dH).
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: Garbsen, 28 km away (14.5 °dH).
Ranking of the hardest and softest water in Germany →
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 Burgdorf
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H03 |
| Miele | 11 °dH |
| AEG / Electrolux | 2 |
| Beko | 3rd |
| 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 Burgdorf water hard or soft?
It is very hard: 191 mg/L as CaCO₃ (11.2 gpg, 10.7 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Burgdorf 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 Burgdorf water?
11.2 gpg, equal to 10.7 °dH, 19.1 °fH or 191 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Burgdorf?
For 191 mg/L (10.7 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: maximum level (5–7).
Do I need a water softener in Burgdorf?
Yes, unless you are only passing through: scale damages appliances within a few years.
Source
Source: Stadtwerke Burgdorf GmbH, Betriebsanalyse Burgdorf (Analyse vom 23.03.2026) (2026-03). Method: figure published by the water supplier. Stadtwerke Burgdorf GmbH, Betriebsanalyse Burgdorf (Analyse vom 23.03.2026) · Outdated figure? Tell us