Helsa
City in Hessen, Germany
Overview
Helsa is a charming small town set in the wooded hills of Hessen, Germany, known for its half-timbered houses and easy access to nature trails. Visitors can enjoy a peaceful atmosphere, friendly locals, and a blend of authentic rural and historic environments.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Germany
Land
Hessen
Population
5,754
Time Zone
Europe/Berlin
Coordinates
51.26°, 9.69°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
87
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
80
Traffic Safety
80
Food Safety
97
Monthly Cost
$1,847
Local Cost
$1,100
Local Income
$2,200
Cashless
75
English
55
Temperature
8.5°C
Summer Avg
17.5°C
Winter Avg
-0.1°C
Record High
36.5°C
Record Low
-18.9°C
Humidity
83%
Precipitation
742 mm
Internet Speed
168 Mbps
Upload
91 Mbps
Latency
18 ms
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
19
Walk Score
19
Footways
37.0
Airport
KSF
Distance
27 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 46 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 70/100.