Heidenau
City in Saxony, Germany
Overview
Heidenau is a small, peaceful town located in Saxony, Germany, set close to the Elbe river. Its charming streets and friendly community make it an ideal stopover for those exploring the region or seeking a quiet retreat. While small in size, it boasts beautiful natural surroundings and easy access to Dresden and Saxon Switzerland.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Germany
Land
Saxony
Population
2,365
Time Zone
Europe/Berlin
Coordinates
50.97°, 13.87°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
75
Female Safety
70
LGBTQ+ Safety
60
Traffic Safety
80
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$1,475
Local Cost
$862
Local Income
$1,800
Cashless
45
English
35
Temperature
8.7°C
Summer Avg
18.6°C
Winter Avg
-0.9°C
Record High
37.3°C
Record Low
-25.0°C
Humidity
80%
Precipitation
716 mm
Internet Speed
266 Mbps
Upload
30 Mbps
Latency
20 ms
City Vibrancy
18
Coworking
0
Cafes
3
Nightlife
3
Parks
12
Transport
100
Walk Score
100
Footways
209.0
Airport
DRS
Distance
19 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 12 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-08.
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 55/100.