Water hardness in Neubrandenburg
17.2 °dH very hard
Tap water in Neubrandenburg is very hard: 17.2 °dH (307 mg/L · 17.9 gpg · 30.7 °fH).
Source: Stadtwerke Neubrandenburg (neu.sw), Analysewerte Trinkwasser der Stadt Neubrandenburg 01.01.2025 bis 31.12.2025 (2025-12) · data checked 2026-10-20
Range across supply zones: 261–330 mg/L.
3 supply zones — hardness varies by neighbourhood; the figure above is the median.
Hardness by district / supply zone
| °dH | mg/L | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Wasserwerk Groß Nemerow | 14.6 | 261 | very hard |
| Wasserwerk II | 17.2 | 307 | very hard |
| Wasserwerk III | 18.5 | 330 | very hard |
Stadtwerke Neubrandenburg publishes one sample per waterworks, taken in December 2025, and the three works give 260.6 to 330.2 mg/L CaCO₃ with a median of 307.0 mg/L. An undated page on the utility's site shows slightly lower values, so we use the dated analysis. Treat the figure as a snapshot, not a yearly average.
German law (WRMG) uses 3 bands: soft < 8.4 °dH, medium 8.4–14 °dH, hard > 14 °dH.
Water data
| Total hardness | 17.2 °dH |
|---|---|
| Utility | Stadtwerke Neubrandenburg GmbH (neu.sw) |
How Neubrandenburg compares
- Tap water in Neubrandenburg is 50 % harder than the median of the 809 cities we track in Germany (11.5 °dH).
- By hardness it ranks 180 of 809 in Germany (1 = hardest); 78 % of these cities have softer water.
- In Mecklenburg-Vorpommern it is number 4 of 7 cities; the regional median is 17.2 °dH.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Malchow, 34 km away (13.5 °dH).
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: Stahnsdorf, 131 km away (23.3 °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 Neubrandenburg
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H05 |
| Miele | 17 °dH |
| AEG / Electrolux | 4 |
| Beko | 5th |
| 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 Neubrandenburg water hard or soft?
It is very hard: 307 mg/L as CaCO₃ (17.9 gpg, 17.2 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Neubrandenburg 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 Neubrandenburg water?
17.9 gpg, equal to 17.2 °dH, 30.7 °fH or 307 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Neubrandenburg?
For 307 mg/L (17.2 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: maximum level (5–7).
Do I need a water softener in Neubrandenburg?
Yes, unless you are only passing through: scale damages appliances within a few years.
Source
Source: Stadtwerke Neubrandenburg (neu.sw), Analysewerte Trinkwasser der Stadt Neubrandenburg 01.01.2025 bis 31.12.2025 (2025-12). Method: figure published by the water supplier. Stadtwerke Neubrandenburg (neu.sw), Analysewerte Trinkwasser der Stadt Neubrandenburg 01.01.2025 bis 31.12.2025 · Outdated figure? Tell us