Pretzsch
City in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany
Overview
Pretzsch is a picturesque small town on the banks of the Elbe River in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany, known for its rich history and tranquil rural atmosphere. Highlights include the stately Pretzsch Castle and vast meadows perfect for relaxation or nature walks. Ideal for travelers seeking peace, authenticity, and a gateway to the Elbe Cycle Route.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Germany
Land
Saxony-Anhalt
Population
167
Time Zone
Europe/Berlin
Coordinates
51.71°, 12.81°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
85
Female Safety
80
LGBTQ+ Safety
65
Traffic Safety
90
Food Safety
97
Monthly Cost
$1,275
Local Cost
$740
Local Income
$1,800
Cashless
40
English
45
Temperature
9.6°C
Summer Avg
19.2°C
Winter Avg
0.3°C
Record High
37.3°C
Record Low
-22.3°C
Humidity
79%
Precipitation
619 mm
Internet Speed
81 Mbps
Upload
29 Mbps
Latency
10 ms
City Vibrancy
8
Coworking
0
Cafes
3
Nightlife
2
Parks
3
Transport
26
Walk Score
26
Footways
51.0
Airport
—
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 2026-03-23.
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 12 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
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 50/100.