Schmallenberg
City in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
Overview
Schmallenberg is a picturesque town set in the heart of North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, known for its charming architecture and surrounding nature. The city offers a blend of historic ambiance, wellness retreats, and outdoor activities, making it a serene destination for all types of travelers.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Germany
Land
North Rhine-Westphalia
Population
24,970
Time Zone
Europe/Berlin
Coordinates
51.15°, 8.29°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
90
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
70
Traffic Safety
85
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$1,672
Local Cost
$950
Local Income
$2,400
Cashless
65
English
55
Temperature
8.3°C
Summer Avg
16.8°C
Winter Avg
0.0°C
Record High
36.8°C
Record Low
-19.0°C
Humidity
85%
Precipitation
909 mm
Internet Speed
77 Mbps
Upload
34 Mbps
Latency
12 ms
City Vibrancy
17
Coworking
0
Cafes
4
Nightlife
3
Parks
10
Transport
60
Walk Score
60
Footways
119.0
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 8 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 2025-12-06.
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 70/100.