Hitzacker
City in Lower Saxony, Germany
Overview
Hitzacker is a picturesque small town set at the confluence of the Jeetzel and Elbe rivers in Lower Saxony, Germany. Known for its charming historic old town, lively festivals, and lush riverside landscapes, it offers a peaceful mix of culture, history, and outdoor recreation.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Germany
Land
Lower Saxony
Population
5,126
Time Zone
Europe/Berlin
Coordinates
53.15°, 11.04°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
85
Female Safety
80
LGBTQ+ Safety
70
Traffic Safety
80
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$1,787
Local Cost
$1,145
Local Income
$2,400
Cashless
70
English
65
Temperature
9.4°C
Summer Avg
18.2°C
Winter Avg
0.8°C
Record High
35.0°C
Record Low
-23.0°C
Humidity
82%
Precipitation
644 mm
Internet Speed
0 Mbps
Upload
21 Mbps
Latency
17 ms
City Vibrancy
11
Coworking
0
Cafes
3
Nightlife
1
Parks
7
Transport
94
Walk Score
94
Footways
188.0
Airport
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Distance
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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 1 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 82/100.