Ostercappeln
City in Lower Saxony, Germany
Overview
Ostercappeln is a picturesque small town in Lower Saxony, Germany, set amidst rolling hills and verdant forests. Known for its traditional villages, warm local culture, and outdoor opportunities, it's an ideal base for those seeking peace, nature, and authentic North German charm.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Germany
Land
Lower Saxony
Population
10,208
Time Zone
Europe/Berlin
Coordinates
52.35°, 8.23°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
90
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
78
Traffic Safety
85
Food Safety
98
Monthly Cost
$1,637
Local Cost
$1,020
Local Income
$2,200
Cashless
74
English
65
Temperature
9.7°C
Summer Avg
17.8°C
Winter Avg
1.8°C
Record High
36.1°C
Record Low
-18.6°C
Humidity
83%
Precipitation
724 mm
City Vibrancy
4
Coworking
0
Cafes
1
Nightlife
1
Parks
2
Transport
24
Walk Score
24
Footways
48.0
Airport
FMO
Distance
44 km
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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 2025-12-07.
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 64/100.