Kandern

City in Baden-Württemberg, Germany

Overview

Set in the rolling hills of the Black Forest near the Swiss border, Kandern is a picturesque German town known for its pottery tradition and lush natural surroundings. Its small-town charm and welcoming community make it a relaxing destination for history buffs and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Germany
Land
Baden-Württemberg
Population
8,456
Time Zone
Europe/Berlin
Coordinates
47.71°, 7.66°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
90
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
80
Traffic Safety
90
Food Safety
98
Monthly Cost
$2,050
Local Cost
$1,100
Local Income
$2,650
Cashless
65
English
55
Temperature
8.9°C
Summer Avg
17.8°C
Winter Avg
0.0°C
Record High
34.3°C
Record Low
-19.0°C
Humidity
83%
Precipitation
1061 mm
Internet Speed
74 Mbps
Upload
32 Mbps
Latency
15 ms
City Vibrancy
3
Coworking
0
Cafes
1
Nightlife
1
Parks
1
Transport
27
Walk Score
27
Footways
54.0
Airport
BSL;MLH;EAP
Distance
16 km

Frequently Asked Questions

Data sources

Source-backed data

NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 37 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.

Estimated data

Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 77/100.