Hänigsen
City in Lower Saxony, Germany
Overview
Hänigsen is a charming village located in Lower Saxony, Germany, known for its tranquil surroundings, traditional German architecture, and strong sense of community. With a small-town feel and proximity to nature, it's a relaxing destination for visitors seeking authenticity.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Germany
Land
Lower Saxony
Population
6,033
Time Zone
Europe/Berlin
Coordinates
52.48°, 10.09°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
88
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
80
Traffic Safety
90
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$1,928
Local Cost
$1,130
Local Income
$2,120
Cashless
72
English
55
Temperature
9.4°C
Summer Avg
17.9°C
Winter Avg
1.1°C
Record High
35.2°C
Record Low
-21.8°C
Humidity
82%
Precipitation
726 mm
Internet Speed
147 Mbps
Upload
45 Mbps
Latency
12 ms
City Vibrancy
7
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
1
Parks
6
Transport
27
Walk Score
27
Footways
53.0
Airport
HAJ
Distance
28 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 9 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 63/100.