Raesfeld
City in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
Overview
Raesfeld is a picturesque small town in North Rhine-Westphalia, renowned for its impressive moated castle and verdant rural landscapes. The town exudes a tranquil, welcoming ambiance while offering visitors a taste of traditional Westphalian life. Its historic center and proximity to nature make it a delightful stop for travelers seeking authenticity.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Germany
Land
North Rhine-Westphalia
Population
11,859
Time Zone
Europe/Berlin
Coordinates
51.77°, 6.85°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
88
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
70
Traffic Safety
87
Food Safety
98
Monthly Cost
$1,845
Local Cost
$1,190
Local Income
$2,700
Cashless
68
English
58
Temperature
10.0°C
Summer Avg
17.8°C
Winter Avg
2.3°C
Record High
36.8°C
Record Low
-17.2°C
Humidity
83%
Precipitation
768 mm
Internet Speed
132 Mbps
Upload
159 Mbps
Latency
8 ms
City Vibrancy
10
Coworking
0
Cafes
3
Nightlife
1
Parks
6
Transport
34
Walk Score
34
Footways
67.0
Airport
ESS
Distance
41 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.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 3 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 72/100.