Rochlitz
City in Saxony, Germany
Overview
Rochlitz is a small, picturesque town in Saxony, Germany, with a charming medieval center and scenic surroundings along the Zwickauer Mulde river. The town is celebrated for Rochlitz Castle and its tranquil, authentic atmosphere. Visitors experience local traditions, quiet exploration, and stunning northern Saxony countryside.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Germany
Land
Saxony
Population
5,716
Time Zone
Europe/Berlin
Coordinates
51.05°, 12.80°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
85
Female Safety
77
LGBTQ+ Safety
69
Traffic Safety
82
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$1,675
Local Cost
$840
Local Income
$2,100
Cashless
65
English
55
Temperature
9.2°C
Summer Avg
18.6°C
Winter Avg
-0.1°C
Record High
37.2°C
Record Low
-20.5°C
Humidity
80%
Precipitation
670 mm
City Vibrancy
11
Coworking
0
Cafes
4
Nightlife
1
Parks
6
Transport
100
Walk Score
100
Footways
614.0
Airport
AOC
Distance
22 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.
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 67/100.