Water hardness in Veszprémfajsz
29.7 °dH very hard
Tap water in Veszprémfajsz is very hard: 29.7 °dH (530 mg/L · 31 gpg · 53 °fH).
Source: NNGYK — Magyarországi települések ivóvízminősége (HUMVI 2024) (2024) · data checked 2026-10-29
Veszprémfajsz in Veszprém county has the highest value in this batch, 530.1 mg/L, according to the 2024 NNGYK register. That is very hard, and above the 500 mg/L level we flag for extra review. The register does not state the source, so treat the figure with some caution. Heavy scaling of kettles and boilers is likely.
Hungarian suppliers report total hardness in German degrees (nk°) or mg/L CaO; the limit is 50–350 mg/L CaO.
Water data
| Total hardness | 29.7 °dH |
|---|
How Veszprémfajsz compares
- Tap water in Veszprémfajsz is 85 % harder than the median of the 3053 cities we track in Hungary (16.1 °dH).
- By hardness it ranks 39 of 3053 in Hungary (1 = hardest); 99 % of these cities have softer water.
- In Veszprém it is number 14 of 189 cities; the regional median is 21 °dH.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Nemesvámos, 3 km away (21.4 °dH).
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: Gerjen, 98 km away (37.4 °dH).
Ranking of the hardest and softest water in Hungary →
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 Veszprémfajsz
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H06 |
| Miele | 30 °dH |
| AEG / Electrolux | 7 |
| Beko | 6th |
| Hoover | S4 |
| LG | H4 |
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 Veszprémfajsz water hard or soft?
It is very hard: 530 mg/L as CaCO₃ (31 gpg, 29.7 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Veszprémfajsz safe to drink?
Hardness is not a health issue; it is about limescale, taste and appliances. Mains water must meet national drinking-water standards. Hungarian suppliers report total hardness in German degrees (nk°) or mg/L CaO; the limit is 50–350 mg/L CaO.
How many grains per gallon is Veszprémfajsz water?
31 gpg, equal to 29.7 °dH, 53 °fH or 530 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Veszprémfajsz?
For 530 mg/L (29.7 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: maximum level (5–7).
Do I need a water softener in Veszprémfajsz?
Yes, unless you are only passing through: scale damages appliances within a few years.
Source
Source: NNGYK — Magyarországi települések ivóvízminősége (HUMVI 2024) (2024). Method: figure published by the water supplier. NNGYK — Magyarországi települések ivóvízminősége (HUMVI 2024) · Outdated figure? Tell us