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Schrecksbach, Germany
Hesse · Germany
Schrecksbach is a small town in Hesse, Germany with a population of 3,343. Elevation: 738 ft (225 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Schrecksbach
Schrecksbach is a municipality in the Schwalm-Eder district in Hesse State, Germany.
People
Economy
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A+Climate
| Population | 3,343 |
| Population Density | 115 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 738 ft (225 m) |
| Coordinates | 50.8333°, 9.2833° |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
| Country | 🇩🇪 Germany |
| State / Province | Hesse |
| Average Temperature | 47°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.2 inches (768 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 7.2 inches (18 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $28,945 |
About Schrecksbach
Schrecksbach is a small town in Germany (Hesse) with a population of 3,343. The city sits at an elevation of 738 feet (225 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 32°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Berlin.
Income: Schrecksbach vs Germany
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $28,945 |
| 61% below Germany avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 130 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $67,600 |
| 76% below Germany avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $338 |
| 71% below Germany avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 78.8% |
| Owner-Occupied | 78.8% |
| Renter-Occupied | 21.2% |
| Housing Units | 1,337 |
Property Tax
Climate in Schrecksbach
Schrecksbach has an average annual temperature of 9°C (48°F). The hottest month is Jul (17.9°C), the coldest is Jan (0.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 661 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.8°F |
| 13% below Germany avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 281 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 738 ft (225 m) |
| Area | 29.2 sq mi (75.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 115/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 50.8333°N, 9.2833°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: West Eifel Volcanic Field (187 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| West Eifel Volcanic Field | Maar(s) | 600 m (1,969 ft) | -8300 | 187 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°F (0°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 33°F (0°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 2.7 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 2.9 in | Wettest |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 2.4 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 2.5 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 34°F (1°C) | 2.9 in |
Schrecksbach has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 32°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.9") and February the driest (1.9").
Schools in Schrecksbach
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Georg-August-Zinn-Schule | - | - | - | - |
| Schule am Metzenberg | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Schrecksbach
52 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| _DEEJAY REMIXE_ Your Radio for finest House, EDM, Electro, Dance, Mashup, Hypertechno, Techno, Bootleg, Charts, Top40, Chillout, Lounge, HipHop, Urban & Latin Party DJ Remixes! | #mashup, bass | MP3 192 kbps | |
| RADIO BOB - Power Metal | metal, power metal | MP3 | |
| RADIO BOB - Blues [mp3 | 192 kbps] | 1920s, 1960s | MP3 | |
| ERF Plus | christian | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 0nlineradio BACH | bach, classic | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio BOB - Nu Metal (mp3 192) | metal, nu metal | MP3 | |
| RADIO BOB - 70er Rock [aac | 64 kbps] | 1970s, classic rock | AAC | |
| RADIO BOB - Southern Rock [aac | 64 kbps] | alternative, blues | AAC | |
| Radio Bob - Classic Rock | - | MP3 | |
| hr1 Nordhessen | adult contemporary | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Epic Lounge - SAX HOUSE LOUNGE | ambient, ambient and relaxation music | MP3 192 kbps | |
| hr3 Nordhessen | pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio BOB - Nu Metal (aac 64) | metal, nu metal | AAC | |
| RADIO BOB - 70er Rock [mp3 | 192 kbps] | 1970s, classic rock | MP3 | |
| RADIO BOB! 2000er Rock [64 kbit/s AAC] | alternative rock, emo | AAC | |
| Technolovers HARDSTYLE | dance, electronic | MP3 192 kbps | |
| EPIC CLASSICAL - Classical Background Music | chill, chillout | MP3 192 kbps | |
| HARMONY.FM | 80s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Technolovers EURODANCE | 80's, 80er | MP3 192 kbps | |
| RADIO BOB - Blues [aac | 64 kbps] | 1920s, 1960s | AAC | |
| Radio Bob | rock/hardrock | MP3 | |
| Radio bob | - | AAC | |
| RADIO BOB! Rockparty | metal, rock | MP3 | |
| PetShopBoys | 1980's, 1980s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 0nlineradio DEUTSCH | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| RADIO BOB - Newcomer | new rock, newcomer | MP3 | |
| RADIO BOB - Chillout Unplugged Songs [mp3 | 192 kbps] | aor, art rock | MP3 | |
| hr3 Osthessen | pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Epic Lounge - SOUL LOUNGE | ambient and relaxation music, chill | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Bob - Mittelalter Rock | - | MP3 | |
| Freies Radio Kassel | - | MP3 170 kbps | |
| Technolovers TRANCE | melodic trance, progressive trance | MP3 192 kbps | |
| RADIO BOB - Roadtrip | classic rock, hard rock | MP3 | |
| Epic Lounge - GAMING LOUNGE | ambient, ambient and relaxation music | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Technolovers VOCAL TRANCE | melodic trance, trance | MP3 192 kbps | |
| hr4 Nordhessen | oldies, volksmusik | MP3 128 kbps | |
| FMRausch: FM Rausch Radio | ambient, avantgarde | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Bob! Britpop | - | MP3 | |
| Radio BOB! National (192kbps) | 80s, 90s | MP3 | |
| RADIO BOB! DONOTS | - | MP3 | |
| Radio Bob - Country | country | MP3 | |
| Lumbung radio | alternative, arts | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Bob - Women of Rock | rock, women | MP3 | |
| RADIO BOB - Chillout Unplugged Songs [aac | 64 kbps] | aor, art rock | AAC | |
| RADIO BOB - Southern Rock [mp3 | 192 kbps] | alternative, blues | MP3 | |
| Noise On FM | dance, house | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Epic Lounge - WORKDAY LOUNGE | ambient and relaxation music, chillout | MP3 192 kbps | |
| EPIC CLASSICAL - Classical Romance | chillout, classical | MP3 192 kbps | |
| hr1 Osthessen | adult contemporary | MP3 128 kbps | |
| hr4 Osthessen | oldies, schlager | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Technolovers DIRTY HOUSE | club dance, edm | MP3 192 kbps | |
| 0nlineradio - TRENDING CHARTS | 2023s, charts | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Schrecksbach
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alsfelder Märchenhaus | ||||
| Bergbau-Museum Frielendorf | ||||
| Besucherbergwerk Bertsch | ||||
| Das kleine Feuerwehrmuseum | ||||
| Gedenkstätte und Museum Trutzhain | ||||
| Handwerkerstübchen | ||||
| Heimat Museum | ||||
| Heimatmuseum Bad Zwesten | ||||
| Heimatmuseum Neukirchen | ||||
| Hessische Braunkohle Bergbaumuseum - Bergbaugeschichte/Besucherstollen | ||||
| Hessisches Braunkohle Bergbaumuseum - Themenpark "Kohle & Energie" | ||||
| Historisches Bergamt Bergfreiheit | ||||
| Hohhaus-Museum | ||||
| Hohhaus-Museum geologische Abteilung | ||||
| Landtechnisches Museum | ||||
| Lebendiges Bienenmuseum Knüllwald | ||||
| Malerstübchen | ||||
| Märchenhaus | ||||
| Mühlenmuseum | ||||
| Mühlenmuseum Steinmühle | ||||
| Museum der Schwalm | ||||
| Museum Kirtorf | ||||
| Puppenmuseum | ||||
| Schloßmuseum | ||||
| Schneewittchenhaus | ||||
| Schwälmer Dorfmuseum Holzburg | ||||
| Stadtarchiv Alsfeld | ||||
| Stadtmuseum Alsfeld | ||||
| Stadtmuseum Alsfeld |
Libraries in Schrecksbach
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bücherei Frielendorf | 0.0 | |||||
| Bücherei Uttershausen | 0.0 | |||||
| Bürger- und Lesetreff | 0.0 | |||||
| Gemeindebücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Hohhaus-Bibliothek / Stadtarchivs | 0.0 | |||||
| Kultur-Schmiede e.V. Remsfeld | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Lauterbach | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Schrecksbach
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wochenmarkt Di | |||||
| Wochenmarkt Di |
Restaurants in Schrecksbach
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Schrecksbach
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Schrecksbach
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Schrecksbach
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Schrecksbach
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Schrecksbach
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brauerei Friedrich Haaß KG |
Stadiums & Teams in Schrecksbach
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Schrecksbach
48 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kassel Airport | KSF | Large Airport |
| Fritzlar Army Airfield | FRZ | Medium Airport |
| Allendorf-Eder Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Alsfeld Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Amöneburg Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Anspach-Taunus Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Auf der Schaufel Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bad Hersfeld Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Brilon-Hochsauerland Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Büren Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Dehausen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Der Dingel Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Dornberg-Sontra Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Edermünde-Grifte Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Flugplatz „Graner Berg“ | - | Small Airport |
| Fulda-Jossa Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Gedern Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Gelnhausen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Gießen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Gießen-Lützellinden Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Gießen-Reiskirchen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hessisch Lichtenau Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hoherodskopf Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Homberg (Ohm) Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Huhnrain Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Johannisau Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Korbach Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lager Hammelburg Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Langenberg Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Langenselbold Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lauterbach Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Marburg-Schönstadt Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Mengeringhausen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Mosenberg Airfeld | - | Small Airport |
| Nidda Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ober-Mörlen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Oberleichtersbach Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Pfingstweide Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Plätzer Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Pohlheim Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Reichelsheim Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Schotten Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Waldeck Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Warburg-Am Heinberg Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Wasserkuppe Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Witzenhausen-Burgberg Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Ziegenhain-Der Ring Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Zierenberg Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Schrecksbach
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Breitzke |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Schrecksbach
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| evang. - luth. Kirchengemeinde Holzburg - Fischbach | |
| Evangelische Kirche | |
| Kapelle Schönberg | |
| Kirche Hattendorf |
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What is the population of Schrecksbach?
Schrecksbach has a population of 3,343 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 115 people per square mile, spread across 29.2 square miles.
Is Schrecksbach expensive to live in?
The median household income is $28,945, 61% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $67,600 (76% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $338 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Schrecksbach?
Schrecksbach has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 281 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.2 inches, with 7.2 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Schrecksbach?
There are 130 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Schrecksbach?
The median home value in Schrecksbach is $67,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $338. The homeownership rate is 78.8%.