Water hardness in Rechberghausen
15.2 °dH very hard
Tap water in Rechberghausen is very hard: 15.2 °dH (271 mg/L · 15.8 gpg · 27.1 °fH).
Source: Gemeinde Rechberghausen, Trinkwasseranalyse 2025 / 2026 (Webseite) (2026) · data checked 2026-11-12
German law (WRMG) uses 3 bands: soft < 8.4 °dH, medium 8.4–14 °dH, hard > 14 °dH.
Water data
| Total hardness | 15.2 °dH |
|---|---|
| Utility | Gemeinde Rechberghausen, Eigenbetrieb Wasserversorgung |
How Rechberghausen compares
- Tap water in Rechberghausen is 32 % harder than the median of the 809 cities we track in Germany (11.5 °dH).
- By hardness it ranks 253 of 809 in Germany (1 = hardest); 69 % of these cities have softer water.
- In Baden-Württemberg it is number 54 of 146 cities; the regional median is 12.8 °dH.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Alfdorf, 10 km away (11.4 °dH).
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: Donzdorf, 11 km away (19 °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 Rechberghausen
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H04 |
| Miele | 15 °dH |
| AEG / Electrolux | 4 |
| Beko | 4th |
| Hoover | S2 |
| 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 Rechberghausen water hard or soft?
It is very hard: 271 mg/L as CaCO₃ (15.8 gpg, 15.2 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Rechberghausen 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 Rechberghausen water?
15.8 gpg, equal to 15.2 °dH, 27.1 °fH or 271 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Rechberghausen?
For 271 mg/L (15.2 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: maximum level (5–7).
Do I need a water softener in Rechberghausen?
Yes, unless you are only passing through: scale damages appliances within a few years.
Source
Source: Gemeinde Rechberghausen, Trinkwasseranalyse 2025 / 2026 (Webseite) (2026). Method: computed from supplier's calcium and magnesium. Gemeinde Rechberghausen, Trinkwasseranalyse 2025 / 2026 (Webseite) · Outdated figure? Tell us