Water hardness in Gorzów Wielkopolski
287 mg/L very hard
Tap water in Gorzów Wielkopolski is very hard: 287 mg/L (16.7 gpg · 16.1 °dH · 28.6 °fH).
Source: PWiK Gorzów Wlkp., wartości parametrów jakości wody (2026-09) · data checked 2026-10-29
Range across supply zones: 263–451 mg/L.
4 supply zones — hardness varies by neighbourhood; the figure above is the median.
Hardness by district / supply zone
| mg/L | mg/L | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Stacja pomp Górczyn | 263 | 263 | very hard |
| SUW Kosynierów Gdyńskich | 451 | 451 | very hard |
| SUW Kłodawa | 266 | 266 | very hard |
| SUW Siedlice | 307 | 307 | very hard |
PWiK Gorzów Wielkopolski reports four supply zones with a median of 286.5 mg/L CaCO₃ (September 2026). The range is wide, from 263 to 451 mg/L, so some addresses receive much harder water than the median suggests. Very hard water here means regular descaling of kettles and boilers; a softener is worth considering at the upper end of the range.
Polish suppliers report total hardness in mg/L CaCO₃; the drinking-water regulation range is 60–500 mg/L.
Water data
| Total hardness | 287 mg/L |
|---|---|
| Utility | PWiK Sp. z o.o. Gorzów Wielkopolski |
How Gorzów Wielkopolski compares
- Tap water in Gorzów Wielkopolski is 17 % harder than the median of the 91 cities we track in Poland (245 mg/L).
- By hardness it ranks 18 of 91 in Poland (1 = hardest); 81 % of these cities have softer water.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Świnoujście, 146 km away (226 mg/L).
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: Stargard, 68 km away (425 mg/L).
Ranking of the hardest and softest water in Poland →
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 Gorzów Wielkopolski
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H04 |
| Miele | 16 °dH |
| AEG / Electrolux | 4 |
| Beko | 5th |
| 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 Gorzów Wielkopolski water hard or soft?
It is very hard: 287 mg/L as CaCO₃ (16.7 gpg, 16.1 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Gorzów Wielkopolski safe to drink?
Hardness is not a health issue; it is about limescale, taste and appliances. Mains water must meet national drinking-water standards. Polish suppliers report total hardness in mg/L CaCO₃; the drinking-water regulation range is 60–500 mg/L.
How many grains per gallon is Gorzów Wielkopolski water?
16.7 gpg, equal to 16.1 °dH, 28.6 °fH or 287 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Gorzów Wielkopolski?
For 287 mg/L (16.1 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: maximum level (5–7).
Do I need a water softener in Gorzów Wielkopolski?
Yes, unless you are only passing through: scale damages appliances within a few years.
Source
Source: PWiK Gorzów Wlkp., wartości parametrów jakości wody (2026-09). Method: figure published by the water supplier. PWiK Gorzów Wlkp., wartości parametrów jakości wody · Outdated figure? Tell us