Schirgiswalde

City in Saxony, Germany

Overview

Schirgiswalde is a picturesque small town in Saxony, Germany, set in the Upper Lusatia region. Renowned for its charming half-timbered houses, serene countryside, and local traditions, it's an ideal spot for those seeking a peaceful getaway with authentic rural flair.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Germany
Land
Saxony
Population
2,865
Time Zone
Europe/Berlin
Coordinates
51.08°, 14.43°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
80
Female Safety
80
LGBTQ+ Safety
65
Traffic Safety
75
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$1,304
Local Cost
$750
Local Income
$1,700
Cashless
50
English
40
Temperature
8.6°C
Summer Avg
18.5°C
Winter Avg
-1.2°C
Record High
37.0°C
Record Low
-27.0°C
Humidity
81%
Precipitation
735 mm
City Vibrancy
3
Coworking
0
Cafes
1
Nightlife
0
Parks
2
Transport
15
Walk Score
15
Footways
30.0
Airport
DRS
Distance
46 km

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 60/100.