Saalfeld
City in Thuringia, Germany
Overview
Saalfeld is a picturesque town in Thuringia, Germany, known for its charming old town, fairy-tale grottoes, and scenic river landscapes. Its relaxed atmosphere makes it ideal for history buffs, families, and nature lovers alike.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Germany
Land
Thuringia
Population
29,121
Time Zone
Europe/Berlin
Coordinates
50.65°, 11.37°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
85
Female Safety
82
LGBTQ+ Safety
65
Traffic Safety
80
Food Safety
96
Monthly Cost
$1,975
Local Cost
$957
Local Income
$2,300
Cashless
70
English
57
Temperature
8.0°C
Summer Avg
17.5°C
Winter Avg
-1.3°C
Record High
36.9°C
Record Low
-21.9°C
Humidity
83%
Precipitation
737 mm
Internet Speed
57 Mbps
Upload
28 Mbps
Latency
18 ms
City Vibrancy
25
Coworking
0
Cafes
7
Nightlife
9
Parks
9
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
ERF
Distance
47 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 4 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
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 75/100.