Water hardness in Emmendingen
8.7 °dH hard
Tap water in Emmendingen is hard: 8.7 °dH (155 mg/L · 9.1 gpg · 15.5 °fH).
Source: Stadtwerke Emmendingen Trinkwasseranalyse Kernstadt, Stand 05/2024 (2024-05) · data checked 2026-10-23
Range across supply zones: 150–195 mg/L.
3 supply zones — hardness varies by neighbourhood; the figure above is the median.
Hardness by district / supply zone
| °dH | mg/L | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Bürkle-Bleiche (Senioren-Wohnanlage) | 8.7 | 155 | hard |
| Kernstadt (Windenreute, Maleck; TB Emmendingen + TB Allmend) | 8.4 | 150 | hard |
| Mundingen (Rathaus Mundingen) | 10.9 | 195 | very hard |
Stadtwerke Emmendingen publishes separate analyses for the core town, Mundingen and Bürkle-Bleiche, all from April and May 2024. The median is 155.3 mg/L CaCO₃ with a range of 149.9 to 194.5 mg/L, and Mundingen is the hardest at the upper end. The Bürkle-Bleiche value comes from one building and the reports are older than the 2025 cycle, so treat the figures as approximate.
German law (WRMG) uses 3 bands: soft < 8.4 °dH, medium 8.4–14 °dH, hard > 14 °dH.
Water data
| Total hardness | 8.7 °dH |
|---|---|
| Utility | Stadtwerke Emmendingen (SWE) |
How Emmendingen compares
- Tap water in Emmendingen is 24 % softer than the median of the 809 cities we track in Germany (11.5 °dH).
- By hardness it ranks 546 of 809 in Germany (1 = hardest); 32 % of these cities have softer water.
- In Baden-Württemberg it is number 124 of 146 cities; the regional median is 12.8 °dH.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Waldkirch, 9 km away (2.5 °dH).
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: Kenzingen, 9 km away (21.2 °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 Emmendingen
| 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 Emmendingen water hard or soft?
It is hard: 155 mg/L as CaCO₃ (9.1 gpg, 8.7 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Emmendingen 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 Emmendingen water?
9.1 gpg, equal to 8.7 °dH, 15.5 °fH or 155 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Emmendingen?
For 155 mg/L (8.7 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: level 4–5.
Do I need a water softener in Emmendingen?
Recommended if you have a water heater, boiler or tankless unit: it saves repairs and detergent.
Source
Source: Stadtwerke Emmendingen Trinkwasseranalyse Kernstadt, Stand 05/2024 (2024-05). Method: figure published by the water supplier. Stadtwerke Emmendingen Trinkwasseranalyse Kernstadt, Stand 05/2024 · Outdated figure? Tell us