Wachau
City in Saxony, Germany
Overview
Wachau is a peaceful Saxon village northeast of Dresden, blending traditional German countryside charm and easy access to nature. Its small size makes it ideal for relaxation, local experiences, and scenic excursions nearby. Known for its green surroundings and authentic local character, it offers a low-key retreat not far from urban attractions.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Germany
Land
Saxony
Population
4,330
Time Zone
Europe/Berlin
Coordinates
51.16°, 13.91°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
85
Female Safety
83
LGBTQ+ Safety
68
Traffic Safety
75
Food Safety
92
Monthly Cost
$1,768
Local Cost
$992
Local Income
$2,200
Cashless
61
English
52
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
4 Mbps
Upload
2 Mbps
Latency
19 ms
City Vibrancy
4
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
4
Transport
13
Walk Score
13
Footways
25.0
Airport
DRS
Distance
10 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 2025-12-06.
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 45/100.