Bad König
City in Hessen, Germany
Overview
Bad König is a picturesque spa town set in the Odenwald hills of Hessen, Germany, known for its therapeutic thermal baths and relaxed small-town atmosphere. Its blend of historic charm, green landscapes, and health-oriented lifestyle make it a favorite destination for wellness seekers and nature lovers.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Germany
Land
Hessen
Population
9,857
Time Zone
Europe/Berlin
Coordinates
49.74°, 9.01°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
92
Female Safety
90
LGBTQ+ Safety
85
Traffic Safety
88
Food Safety
98
Monthly Cost
$1,827
Local Cost
$1,070
Local Income
$2,350
Cashless
65
English
58
Temperature
10.0°C
Summer Avg
19.6°C
Winter Avg
0.9°C
Record High
39.5°C
Record Low
-20.8°C
Humidity
79%
Precipitation
740 mm
Internet Speed
140 Mbps
Upload
65 Mbps
Latency
11 ms
City Vibrancy
13
Coworking
0
Cafes
4
Nightlife
2
Parks
7
Transport
60
Walk Score
60
Footways
119.0
Airport
FRA
Distance
46 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 35 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 76/100.