Bad Karlshafen
City in Hessen, Germany
Overview
Bad Karlshafen is a picturesque spa town in the Weser Uplands, renowned for its baroque architecture and serene riverside setting. Its rich history, wellness culture, and proximity to scenic hiking and biking routes make it a charming destination for relaxation and outdoor adventure.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Germany
Land
Hessen
Population
3,701
Time Zone
Europe/Berlin
Coordinates
51.64°, 9.45°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
87
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
76
Traffic Safety
84
Food Safety
97
Monthly Cost
$1,575
Local Cost
$960
Local Income
$2,200
Cashless
69
English
56
Temperature
8.6°C
Summer Avg
17.4°C
Winter Avg
0.2°C
Record High
36.5°C
Record Low
-19.0°C
Humidity
83%
Precipitation
755 mm
Internet Speed
119 Mbps
Upload
25 Mbps
Latency
14 ms
City Vibrancy
25
Coworking
0
Cafes
7
Nightlife
0
Parks
18
Transport
100
Walk Score
100
Footways
296.0
Airport
KSF
Distance
25 km
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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 2 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 67/100.