Water hardness in Mosbach
10.9 °dH very hard
Tap water in Mosbach is very hard: 10.9 °dH (195 mg/L · 11.4 gpg · 19.5 °fH).
Source: Stadtwerke Mosbach – Wasserhärte Mosbach (Karte) (2025) · data checked 2026-11-02
Range across supply zones: 159–248 mg/L.
2 supply zones — hardness varies by neighbourhood; the figure above is the median.
Hardness by district / supply zone
| °dH | mg/L | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Bergfeld/Hardhof/Kaserne | 8.9 | 159 | hard |
| Kernstadt, Waldstadt, Neckarelz, Diedesheim | 13 | 231 | very hard |
Stadtwerke Mosbach publishes a hardness map with two zones. Bergfeld, Hardhof and the barracks area are at 158.9 mg/L CaCO₃, while the Kernstadt, Waldstadt, Neckarelz and Diedesheim are at 231.2 mg/L. The city figure of 195.0 mg/L is a midpoint, and the map shows a top value of 248.1 mg/L. Look up your street on the map before relying on one number.
German law (WRMG) uses 3 bands: soft < 8.4 °dH, medium 8.4–14 °dH, hard > 14 °dH.
Water data
| Total hardness | 10.9 °dH |
|---|---|
| Utility | Stadtwerke Mosbach |
How Mosbach compares
- Tap water in Mosbach is 5 % softer than the median of the 809 cities we track in Germany (11.5 °dH).
- By hardness it ranks 443 of 809 in Germany (1 = hardest); 45 % of these cities have softer water.
- In Baden-Württemberg it is number 91 of 146 cities; the regional median is 12.8 °dH.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Eberbach, 17 km away (2.1 °dH).
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: Oedheim, 15 km away (16.6 °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 Mosbach
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H03 |
| Miele | 11 °dH |
| AEG / Electrolux | 3 |
| 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 Mosbach water hard or soft?
It is very hard: 195 mg/L as CaCO₃ (11.4 gpg, 10.9 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Mosbach 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 Mosbach water?
11.4 gpg, equal to 10.9 °dH, 19.5 °fH or 195 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Mosbach?
For 195 mg/L (10.9 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: maximum level (5–7).
Do I need a water softener in Mosbach?
Yes, unless you are only passing through: scale damages appliances within a few years.
Source
Source: Stadtwerke Mosbach – Wasserhärte Mosbach (Karte) (2025). Method: figure published by the water supplier. Stadtwerke Mosbach – Wasserhärte Mosbach (Karte) · Outdated figure? Tell us