Water hardness in Gauting
20 °dH very hard
Tap water in Gauting is very hard: 20 °dH (357 mg/L · 20.9 gpg · 35.7 °fH).
Source: Würmtal-Zweckverband Trinkwasser Prüfbericht (Stand April 2026) (2026-04) · data checked 2026-11-03
The Würmtal-Zweckverband report of April 2026 gives one network sampling point for the whole association, which covers Gauting, Krailling, Gräfelfing and Planegg. The value is printed as about 20.0 °dH, which is roughly 357.0 mg/L CaCO₃, so treat it as approximate and as a very hard figure for the area rather than for one street. Nearby, Germering is at 353 mg/L, Olching at 229 mg/L and Munich at 282 mg/L.
German law (WRMG) uses 3 bands: soft < 8.4 °dH, medium 8.4–14 °dH, hard > 14 °dH.
Water data
| Total hardness | 20 °dH |
|---|---|
| Utility | Würmtal-Zweckverband für Wasserversorgung und Abwasserbeseitigung (Planegg) |
How Gauting compares
- Tap water in Gauting is 74 % harder than the median of the 809 cities we track in Germany (11.5 °dH).
- By hardness it ranks 67 of 809 in Germany (1 = hardest); 91 % of these cities have softer water.
- In Bayern it is number 19 of 137 cities; the regional median is 15.8 °dH.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Emmering, 15 km away (5.9 °dH).
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: Ampfing, 80 km away (26 °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 Gauting
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H05 |
| Miele | 20 °dH |
| AEG / Electrolux | 5 |
| Beko | 6th |
| Hoover | S3 |
| LG | H3 |
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 Gauting water hard or soft?
It is very hard: 357 mg/L as CaCO₃ (20.9 gpg, 20 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Gauting 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 Gauting water?
20.9 gpg, equal to 20 °dH, 35.7 °fH or 357 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Gauting?
For 357 mg/L (20 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: maximum level (5–7).
Do I need a water softener in Gauting?
Yes, unless you are only passing through: scale damages appliances within a few years.
Source
Source: Würmtal-Zweckverband Trinkwasser Prüfbericht (Stand April 2026) (2026-04). Method: figure published by the water supplier. Würmtal-Zweckverband Trinkwasser Prüfbericht (Stand April 2026) · Outdated figure? Tell us