Gersten
City in Lower Saxony, Germany
Overview
Gersten is a peaceful rural village in Lower Saxony, Germany, known for its welcoming community and tranquil landscapes. It provides an authentic experience of village life and is surrounded by fields and moors.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Germany
Land
Lower Saxony
Population
1,216
Time Zone
Europe/Berlin
Coordinates
52.58°, 7.52°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
90
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
70
Traffic Safety
95
Food Safety
98
Monthly Cost
$1,600
Local Cost
$962
Local Income
$2,150
Cashless
68
English
65
Temperature
9.8°C
Summer Avg
17.7°C
Winter Avg
2.1°C
Record High
36.0°C
Record Low
-17.7°C
Humidity
83%
Precipitation
750 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
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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.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-08.
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.