Meschede
City in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
Overview
Meschede is a charming town in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, set in the Sauerland region and known for its picturesque landscapes, the Hennesee lake, and lively local culture. The city offers a mix of historic sights, outdoor adventures, and authentic German hospitality.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Germany
Land
North Rhine-Westphalia
Population
29,988
Time Zone
Europe/Berlin
Coordinates
51.35°, 8.28°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
87
Female Safety
84
LGBTQ+ Safety
75
Traffic Safety
83
Food Safety
97
Monthly Cost
$1,787
Local Cost
$982
Local Income
$2,050
Cashless
70
English
65
Temperature
9.1°C
Summer Avg
17.6°C
Winter Avg
1.0°C
Record High
38.0°C
Record Low
-18.4°C
Humidity
83%
Precipitation
844 mm
Internet Speed
124 Mbps
Upload
30 Mbps
Latency
15 ms
City Vibrancy
20
Coworking
0
Cafes
5
Nightlife
10
Parks
5
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
PAD
Distance
37 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 6 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
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 78/100.