Hochspeyer
City in Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany
Overview
Hochspeyer is a charming small town in Rhineland-Palatinate set alongside lush forests and scenic trails. It is known for its calm atmosphere, friendly community, and easy train access to larger cities like Kaiserslautern. The town appeals to families, nature enthusiasts, and travelers seeking a tranquil base near the Palatinate Forest.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Germany
Land
Rhineland-Palatinate
Population
4,738
Time Zone
Europe/Berlin
Coordinates
49.44°, 7.90°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
92
Female Safety
88
LGBTQ+ Safety
82
Traffic Safety
82
Food Safety
98
Monthly Cost
$1,610
Local Cost
$1,040
Local Income
$2,630
Cashless
62
English
60
Temperature
10.1°C
Summer Avg
19.7°C
Winter Avg
1.1°C
Record High
39.5°C
Record Low
-20.7°C
Humidity
79%
Precipitation
677 mm
Internet Speed
100 Mbps
Upload
35 Mbps
Latency
11 ms
City Vibrancy
7
Coworking
0
Cafes
6
Nightlife
1
Parks
0
Transport
60
Walk Score
60
Footways
120.0
Airport
RMS
Distance
21 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 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 78/100.