Bad Köstritz
City in Thuringia, Germany
Overview
Bad Köstritz is a quaint town in Thuringia, renowned for its rich brewing heritage and picturesque landscapes. Its welcoming community and historic architecture make it a pleasant stop for travelers seeking authentic German culture. Outdoor lovers will appreciate its parks, gardens, and proximity to the upper Elster valley.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Germany
Land
Thuringia
Population
3,672
Time Zone
Europe/Berlin
Coordinates
50.93°, 12.01°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
90
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
70
Traffic Safety
75
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$1,528
Local Cost
$882
Local Income
$2,050
Cashless
65
English
50
Temperature
9.1°C
Summer Avg
18.5°C
Winter Avg
-0.1°C
Record High
37.4°C
Record Low
-19.6°C
Humidity
80%
Precipitation
645 mm
Internet Speed
151 Mbps
Upload
27 Mbps
Latency
21 ms
City Vibrancy
7
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
3
Parks
4
Transport
63
Walk Score
63
Footways
125.0
Airport
AOC
Distance
35 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 25 tests. 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 70/100.