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Schmallenberg, Germany

North Rhine-Westphalia · Germany

Schmallenberg is a small city in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany with a population of 26,132. Elevation: 1,348 ft (411 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.0 /5.0
A Great
26,132 Population 191/sq mi density
1,348 ft Elevation 411 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
46.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$33,082 Median Income
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Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$33,082 median income
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$79,000 home value, $395/mo rent

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About Schmallenberg

Schmallenberg

Schmallenberg is a town and a climatic health resort in the High Sauerland District, Germany. By area, it is the third biggest of all cities and towns of the state of North Rhine-Westphalia and the second biggest of the region of Westphalia.

People

Population26,132
Density191/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$33,082

Housing

A+
Home Value$79,000
Rent$395
Ownership59.0%
Housing Units10,453

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
Rain46.0 in/yr
Sunny Days252/yr
Elevation1,348 ft (411 m)
Population26,132
Population Density191 / sq mi
Elevation1,348 ft (411 m)
Coordinates51.1547°, 8.2851°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceNorth Rhine-Westphalia
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation46.0 inches (1,169 mm)
Annual Snowfall13.6 inches (34 cm)
Median Household Income$33,082

About Schmallenberg

Schmallenberg is a small city in Germany (North Rhine-Westphalia) with a population of 26,132. The city sits at an elevation of 1,348 feet (411 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 31°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Berlin.

The median household income in Schmallenberg is $33,082, which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 1,019 business establishments.

Income: Schmallenberg vs Germany

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,082
56% below Germany avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)1,019

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Schmallenberg is $79,000, 72% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $395 (66% below the national average of $1,163). 59.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 10,453 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$79,000
72% below Germany avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$395
66% below Germany avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership59.0%
Owner-Occupied59.0%
Renter-Occupied41.0%
Housing Units10,453

Property Tax

Climate in Schmallenberg

Schmallenberg has an average annual temperature of 8.3°C (47°F). The hottest month is Jul (16.6°C), the coldest is Jan (0.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 975 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0.8°C / 33°F -2.2° / 3.7° 101.0
Feb 1°C / 34°F -2.6° / 4.6° 69.2
Mar 4°C / 39°F -0.6° / 8.7° 92.2
Apr 7.8°C / 46°F 1.9° / 13.7° 39.0
May 11.4°C / 53°F 5.5° / 17.4° 75.7
Jun 14.6°C / 58°F 8.9° / 20.3° 77.7
Jul 16.6°C / 62°F 10.8° / 22.5° 100.2
Aug 16°C / 61°F 10.2° / 21.9° 96.1
Sep 12.7°C / 55°F 7.3° / 18.1° 66.8
Oct 8.8°C / 48°F 4.5° / 13.1° 74.3
Nov 4.5°C / 40°F 1.4° / 7.6° 74.9
Dec 1.6°C / 35°F -0.9° / 4.2° 108.2
Schmallenberg has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 252 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 13.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,348 feet.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average44.6°F
17% below Germany avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days252 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,348 ft (411 m)
Area137.0 sq mi (354.7 km²)
Population Density191/sq mi
Coordinates51.1547°N, 8.2851°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.0"
21% above Germany avg
Snowfall 13.6"
Wettest Month (Dec) 5.24"
Driest Month (Apr) 3.03"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

385 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M3.9 on Feb 14, 2011.

May 16, 1991 4 km ENE of Hörstel, Germany M4.7 136 km
Aug 3, 2007 2 km SE of Wehr, Germany M4.4 111 km
Nov 29, 1997 6 km SE of Burgschwalbach, Germany M4.3 102 km
Jan 20, 2000 4 km NW of Rheinbach, Germany M4.3 112 km
Jan 6, 2003 2 km NE of Hörstel, Germany M4.3 137 km
May 22, 2004 2 km ENE of Nickenich, Germany M4.2 104 km
Jul 24, 2009 2 km NW of Kamp-Lintfort, Germany M4.1 129 km
Mar 17, 2002 1 km SE of Stolberg, Germany M4.0 150 km
Jul 26, 2000 6 km ESE of Holzhausen an der Haide, Germany M4.0 108 km
Nov 29, 1997 7 km N of Taunusstein, Germany M3.9 105 km
Feb 14, 2011 4 km NE of Nassau, Germany M3.9 96 km
Mar 22, 1993 3 km NW of Tecklenburg, Germany M3.8 126 km
May 26, 1990 1 km SE of Steinbach am Taunus, Germany M3.8 113 km
Nov 18, 1990 1 km SSW of Kaub, Germany M3.8 126 km
Jan 24, 2008 1 km N of Rheurdt, Germany M3.7 131 km
Feb 9, 2003 1 km SE of Saffig, Germany M3.7 105 km
Mar 20, 2007 5 km SSE of Schapen, Germany M3.7 142 km
Jan 29, 1994 2 km WNW of Tecklenburg, Germany M3.7 124 km
Oct 3, 2001 2 km NE of Niederzier, Germany M3.6 128 km
Jul 30, 1997 1 km ENE of Miehlen, Germany M3.6 107 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: West Eifel Volcanic Field (149 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
West Eifel Volcanic Field Maar(s) 600 m (1,969 ft) -8300 149 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 31°F (-1°C) 4.9 in Coldest
February 31°F (-0°C) 3.4 in
March 37°F (3°C) 4.2 in
April 42°F (6°C) 3.0 in Driest
May 51°F (11°C) 3.1 in
June 56°F (13°C) 3.5 in
July 60°F (15°C) 3.7 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 3.1 in
September 53°F (12°C) 3.5 in
October 45°F (7°C) 3.9 in
November 37°F (3°C) 4.5 in
December 33°F (1°C) 5.2 in Wettest

Schmallenberg has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 31°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.2") and April the driest (3.0").

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Schools in Schmallenberg

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Katholische Grundschule Schmallenberg - - - -
Grundschule Gleidorf - - - -
Kath. Grundschule Berghausen - - - -
Valentin-Schule - - - -
Schulzentrum Schmallenberg - - - -
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Radio Stations near Schmallenberg

35 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Technolovers EDM club house, dance MP3 192 kbps
0nlineradio HÄNDEL classic, classic jazz MP3 192 kbps
Technolovers DEEP HOUSE deep house, electro house MP3 192 kbps
RauteMusik - TECHNO acid, acidcore MP3 192 kbps
Technolovers DRUM N BASS bass, drum & bass MP3 192 kbps
0nlineradio HOUSE dance, dance music MP3 192 kbps
Epic Lounge - IBIZA CHILLOUT LOUNGE ambient, ambient and relaxation music MP3 192 kbps
0nlineradio CLASSIC ROCK active rock, classic rock MP3 192 kbps
0nlineradio GOSPEL christian-gospel, gospel MP3 192 kbps
Radio Sauerland 80er, 90er MP3 128 kbps
ROMANTIC PIANO by Epic Piano classic, classical MP3 192 kbps
ERF Jess christian MP3 128 kbps
0nlineradio LO-FI chillout, easy listening MP3 192 kbps
BreakZ HipHop & House edm, elektro MP3 192 kbps
bigFM Hessen hip-hop, pop AAC
EPIC CLASSICAL - Classical Dinner ambient, chillout MP3 192 kbps
Technolovers HARDCORE electronic, electronica MP3 192 kbps
Dunkler Welle - Das Schwärzeste Radio Im Netz eclectic MP3 320 kbps
WDR 2 Südwestfalen local news, pop MP3 128 kbps
TSCHAIKOWSKI by Epic Piano classical, classical piano MP3 192 kbps
0nlineradio 80s 1980s, 80er MP3 192 kbps
0nlineradio KARNEVAL carnival, hits MP3 192 kbps
0nlineradio CHRISTMAS ballade, ballads MP3 192 kbps
Radius 92.1 - Das Campusradio für Siegen campusradio, deutsch MP3 192 kbps
0nlineradio LATIN hiphop, latin MP3 192 kbps
0nlineradio CHILLOUT chill, chillout MP3 192 kbps
PIANO COVERHITS by Epic Piano charts, classical piano MP3 192 kbps
Technolovers MELBOURNE BOUNCE bass, club dance MP3 192 kbps
0nlineradio 2010er 2010's, 2010er MP3 192 kbps
EPIC CLASSICAL - Classical Restaurant Music #, chillout MP3 192 kbps
0nlineradio SCHUMANN boston symphony orchestra, classic hits MP3 192 kbps
RauteMusik Caribbean Wave afro, afro-latin music MP3 192 kbps
Technolovers HOUSE dance, dance music MP3 192 kbps
0nlineradio LOVEHITS liebe, liebeslieder MP3 192 kbps
CHRISTMAS PIANO by Epic Piano christian, christmas MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Schmallenberg

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
alte Besteckfabrik
Alte Sägemühle Remblinghausen
Bergbaumuseum Siciliaschacht
Besucherbergwerk Ramsbeck
DampfLandLeute – Museum Eslohe
Drehkoite
Galileo-Park
Gerichtsmuseum Bad Fredeburg
Heimat- und Jagdmuseum 'Alte Schmitte'
Heimatmuseum
Heimatmuseum
Heimatmuseum
Heimatmuseum
Heimatmuseum „Alte Mühle“
Heimatmuseum Feudingen
Hinterlandmuseum
Ikonenmuseum Biedenkopf im Schenkbarschen Haus
Industriemuseum Trafostation
Informationszentrum Wald
Internationales Radiomuseum
Kulturgut Schrabbenhof
Kunsthaus alte Mühle
Kunstschmiede Schütte
LWL-Museum für Naturkunde Außenstelle Kahler Asten Winterberg
Museum am Rothaarsteig
Museum der Stadt Bad Berleburg
Museum für Landwirtschaft und Technik
Pilzmuseum
Sauerland-Museum
Schenkbarsches Haus Museum
Schiefer Schaubergwerke Raumland
Schieferbau Nuttlar
Schieferbergbau- und Heimatmuseum
Schloss Berleburg
Stadtarchiv "Wilhelmsburg"
Stahlbergmuseum
Stertschultenhof
Stickereimuseum
Waldarbeitermuseum
Wintersport-Museum

Libraries in Schmallenberg

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Fachbibliothek Meschede0.0
Gemeindebücherei St. Walburga0.0
Stadtbibliothek Alt-Arnsberg0.0
Stadtbibliothek Meschede0.0
Stadtbücherei0.0
Stadtbücherei0.0
Stadtbücherei Feudingen0.0
Touristinformation0.0
Treffpunkt Bücherei0.0

Farmers Markets in Schmallenberg

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Gutenbergplatz
Marktplatz
Marktplatz
Neumarkt

Hotels in Schmallenberg

14 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Alpin Hotel Sauerland
Bergdorf LiebesGrün
Gasthof Heimes
Gasthof Röhrig
Hanses Bräutigam
Hotel & Gasthof Hubertushöhe
Hotel Deimann
Hotel Gasthaus Tröster
Hotel Haus Hilmeke
Hotel Stoffels
Hotel Störmann
Jagdhaus Wiese
Rothaarkamm
Zum Grubental

Restaurants in Schmallenberg

18 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Asia Hin
Bacio
Bustaurant
Eiscafe San Remo
Fuji Restaurant
Gasthof Hubertus
Gasthof Kräme
Gasthof Voss
Hawerländer Wirtsgut
Heumes Scheune
Hubertushöhe
Kraftfutter
Landgasthof Heimkehof
Landschaftsgasthaus Schanze
Pizzeria Capri
Pizzeria Colosseum
Schäferhof
Zum Grubental

Cafes in Schmallenberg

6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bacio - Café & Bar
Bäckerei Cafe Pension Paul Dommes
Cafe Blanke
Café Zeit am Wasserrad
Hawerland-Cafe
Wisent-Hütte

Theatres in Schmallenberg

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Theaterschmiede

Zoos in Schmallenberg

1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Wisent-Wildnis

Dentists in Schmallenberg

6 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dr. Gilsbach
Dr. med. Erich Richter
Dr. Neise
Marc Toma und Kollegen
Sabine Broy
Zahnarztpraxis Dr. med. Lilia Gries

Gas Stations in Schmallenberg

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Esso
Raiffeisen
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Banks in Schmallenberg

4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Sparkasse Geschäftsstelle Gleidorf
Sparkasse Mitten im Sauerland
Volksbank
Volksbank Bigge-Lenne

Gyms in Schmallenberg

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Körperformen

Breweries in Schmallenberg

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bräukels

Stadiums & Teams in Schmallenberg

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Schmallenberg

6 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Skihang Dautphetal-Holzhausen 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hesselbacher Gletscher 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Skiarena Hahnenbecke 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Skiliftkarussell Winterberg 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Skihang am Poppenberg in Brilon 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Skihang Tüppel 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Schmallenberg

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dortmund AirportDTMLarge Airport
Paderborn Lippstadt AirportPADLarge Airport
Siegerland AirportSGEMedium Airport
Ahlen Airfield-Small Airport
Ailertchen Airfield-Small Airport
Allendorf-Eder Airfield-Small Airport
Altena-Hegenscheid Airfield-Small Airport
Amöneburg Airfield-Small Airport
Arnsberg-Menden Airfield-Small Airport
Arnsberg-Ruhrwiese Airfield-Small Airport
Aßlarer Hütte Airfield-Small Airport
Attendorn-Finnentrop Airfield-Small Airport
Bad Marienberg Airfield-Small Airport
Bergneustadt-Auf dem Dümpel Airfield-Small Airport
Betzdorf-Kirchen Airfield-Small Airport
Bottenhorn Airfield-Small Airport
Braunfels Airfield-Small Airport
Breitscheid Airfield-Small Airport
Brilon-Hochsauerland Airfield-Small Airport
Büren Airfield-Small Airport
Dierdorf-Wienau Airfield-Small Airport
Drensteinfurt Ultralight Airfield-Small Airport
Everswinkel Ultralight Airfield-Small Airport
Garbenheimer Wiesen Glider Field-Small Airport
Gießen Airfield-Small Airport
Gießen-Lützellinden Airfield-Small Airport
Gießen-Reiskirchen Airfield-Small Airport
Hamm-Lippewiesen Airfield-Small Airport
Hengsen-Opherdicke Airfield-Small Airport
Hirzenhain Airfield-Small Airport
Homberg (Ohm) Airfield-Small Airport
Hörbach Airfield-Small Airport
Hünsborn Airfield-Small Airport
Iserlohn-Rheinermark Airfield-Small Airport
Iserlohn-Sümmern Glider Field-Small Airport
Kamen-Heeren Airfield-Small Airport
Korbach Airfield-Small Airport
Limburg-Elz Airfield-Small Airport
Marburg-Schönstadt Airfield-Small Airport
Meinerzhagen Airfield-Small Airport
Menden-Barge Airfield-Small Airport
Mengeringhausen Airfield-Small Airport
Meschede-Schüren Airfield-Small Airport
Montabaur Airfield-Small Airport
Nidda Airfield-Small Airport
Oelde Bergeler Airfield-Small Airport
Oeventrop-Ruhrwiesen Airfield-Small Airport
Paderborn-Haxterberg Airfield-Small Airport
Pfingstweide Airfield-Small Airport
Plettenberg-Hüinghausen Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Schmallenberg

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
DHL

Treatment Centers in Schmallenberg

11 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Aslan-Klinik
Aslan-Kurpark-Villa
Baumrainklinik
Fachklinik Hochsauerland
Fachklink Fredeburg
Johannesbad Fachklinik Holthauser Mühle
Klinik für Rehabilitation und Heilverfahren Kloster Grafschaft
Odebornklinik
Rothaarklinik
Rothaarklinik
Therapiezentrum Am Hennepark

Churches & Religious Organizations in Schmallenberg

31 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Am Weißen Stein
Ev. Auferstehungskirche
Ev. Christuskirche
Friedhofskapelle
Heilig-Kreuz-Kapelle
Herz-Jesu-Kirche
Kapelle auf dem Werth
Klosterkapelle
Pfarrkirche St. Cyriakus
Pfarrkirche St. Georg
Pfarrkirche St. Marien
Pfarrkirche St. Peter und Paul
Sankt Nikolaus
St. Agatha
St. Agatha
St. Alexander
St. Antonius
St. Antonius
St. Apollonia
St. Barbara
St. Blasius
St. Bonifatius
St. Hubertus
St. Hubertus
St. Johannes
St. Joseph
St. Katharina
St. Maria Magdalena
St. Nikolaus
St. Vinzentius
Wilzenberg-Kapelle

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Berlin

🇩🇪 About Germany

Capital Berlin
Population 82,927,922
Area 357,021 km²
GDP (USD) $4,562,207,532,490
GDP per capita $54,777
HDI 0.950
Life expectancy 80.5 years
Internet users 92.5%
Urban population 81.9%
Currency EUR (Euro)
Languages German
Calling code +49
TLD .de
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Germany

19 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Neujahr
Jan 6 Epiphany Heilige Drei Könige
Mar 8 International Women's Day Internationaler Frauentag
Apr 3 Good Friday Karfreitag
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Ostersonntag
Apr 6 Easter Monday Ostermontag
May 1 Labour Day Tag der Arbeit
May 14 Ascension Day Christi Himmelfahrt
May 24 Pentecost Pfingstsonntag
May 25 Whit Monday Pfingstmontag
Jun 4 Corpus Christi Fronleichnam
Aug 15 Assumption Day Mariä Himmelfahrt
Sep 20 World Children's Day Weltkindertag
Oct 3 German Unity Day Tag der Deutschen Einheit
Oct 31 Reformation Day Reformationstag
Nov 1 All Saints' Day Allerheiligen
Nov 18 Repentance and Prayer Day Buß- und Bettag
Dec 25 Christmas Day Erster Weihnachtstag
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Zweiter Weihnachtstag

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Frequently Asked Questions About Schmallenberg

What is the population of Schmallenberg?

Schmallenberg has a population of 26,132 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 191 people per square mile, spread across 137.0 square miles.

Is Schmallenberg expensive to live in?

The median household income is $33,082, 56% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $79,000 (72% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $395 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Schmallenberg?

Schmallenberg has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 252 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.0 inches, with 13.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Schmallenberg?

There are 1,019 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Schmallenberg?

The median home value in Schmallenberg is $79,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $395. The homeownership rate is 59.0%.

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