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Thierstein, Germany
Bavaria · Germany
Thierstein is a small town in Bavaria, Germany with a population of 1,278. Elevation: 1,972 ft (601 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Thierstein
Thierstein is a municipality in the district of Wunsiedel in Bavaria in Germany.
People
Economy
C+Housing
A+Climate
| Population | 1,278 |
| Population Density | 32 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,972 ft (601 m) |
| Coordinates | 50.1064°, 12.1020° |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
| Country | 🇩🇪 Germany |
| State / Province | Bavaria |
| Average Temperature | 46°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 47.2 inches (1,198 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 60.9 inches (155 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $35,838 |
About Thierstein
Thierstein is a small town in Germany (Bavaria) with a population of 1,278. The city sits at an elevation of 1,972 feet (601 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 32°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Berlin.
Income: Thierstein vs Germany
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $35,838 |
| 52% below Germany avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 50 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $69,200 |
| 75% below Germany avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $346 |
| 70% below Germany avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 71.1% |
| Owner-Occupied | 71.1% |
| Renter-Occupied | 28.9% |
| Housing Units | 511 |
Property Tax
Climate in Thierstein
Thierstein has an average annual temperature of 7.6°C (46°F). The hottest month is Jul (16.9°C), the coldest is Jan (-1.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 762 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.9°F |
| 15% below Germany avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 205 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,972 ft (601 m) |
| Area | 40.4 sq mi (104.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 32/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 50.1064°N, 12.1020°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°F (-0°C) | 2.4 in | |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest |
| March | 36°F (2°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 3.1 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 3.3 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 2.9 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 2.2 in | |
| October | 44°F (7°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 35°F (2°C) | 2.3 in | |
| December | 31°F (-1°C) | 2.8 in |
Thierstein has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 30°F in February to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.3") and April the driest (1.9").
Schools in Thierstein
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grundschule Thierstein-Höchstädt i. Fichtelgebirge | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Thierstein
87 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| - 0 N - 70s on Radio | 70er, 70s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| - 0 N - 80s on Radio | 80er, 80s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| - 1 A - Oldies von 1A Radio | 60er, 60s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| - 0 N - Classic Rock on Radio | 80er, 80s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| - 0 N - 90s on Radio | 90er, 90s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| - 0 N - Chillout on Radio | ambient, chillout | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| - 0 N - New Wave on Radio | 80s, alternative | MP3 128 kbps | |
| - 0 N - Lounge on Radio | ambient, chillout | MP3 128 kbps | |
| - 0 N - 60s on Radio | 60er, 60s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| - 0 N - Gothic on Radio | darkwave, ebm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| - 0 N - Indie on Radio | alternative, electro | MP3 128 kbps | |
| - 0 N - Smooth Jazz on Radio | chillout, easy listening | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| - 0 N - Soft Rock on Radio | balladen, rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| - 0 N - Heavy Metal on Radio | hard rock, hevy metal | MP3 128 kbps | |
| - 0 N - Reggae on Radio | dancehall, latin | MP3 128 kbps | |
| - 0 N - Greatest Hits on Radio | 2000er, 2000s | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| - 0 N - Country on Radio | country, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| - 0 N - 2000s on Radio | 00er, 00s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| - 0 N - Oldies on Radio | 60er, 60s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| - 0 N - Klassik on Radio | classical, klassik | MP3 128 kbps | |
| - 0 N - Relax on Radio | 80er, 80s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| - 0 N - Hot on Radio | dance, hits | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| - 0 N - Electro on Radio | dance, deephouse | MP3 128 kbps | |
| - 0 N - Schlager Gold on Radio | 50er, 50s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| - 0 N - Deutsch Rap on Radio | hip hop, rap | MP3 128 kbps | |
| - 0 N - Movies on Radio | classical, movies | MP3 128 kbps | |
| - 0 N - Blues on Radio | blues, r&b | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| - 0 N - Schlager Kult on Radio | oldies, schlager | MP3 128 kbps | |
| - 0 N - Jazz on Radio | jazz, smooth jazz | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| - 1 A - Classic Rock von 1A Radio | 80er, 80s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| - 0 N - House on Radio | dance, electro | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| - 0 N - Techno on Radio | dance, deephouse | MP3 128 kbps | |
| - 0 N - Jukebox on Radio | 60er, 60s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| - 1 A - Schlager Gold von 1A Radio | 50er, 50s | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| - 0 N - Rock on Radio | alternative, classic rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| - 1 A - Jazz von 1A Radio | jazz, smooth jazz | MP3 128 kbps | |
| - 0 N - Latin on Radio | latin, reggaeton | MP3 128 kbps | |
| - 1 A - NDW (Neue Deutsche Welle) von 1A Radio | 80er, 80s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| - 0 N - 50s on Radio | 50s, 60er | MP3 128 kbps | |
| - 0 N - Soft Pop on Radio | balladen, lovesongs | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| - 0 N - Deutsch Pop on Radio | balladen, pop | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| - 0 N - Christmas on Radio | christmas, holiday | MP3 128 kbps | |
| - 1 A - 80er von 1A Radio | 80er, 80s | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| - 0 N - Evergreens on Radio | 60er, 60s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| - 0 N - Hits on Radio | black, dance | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| - 0 N - Deutsch Rock on Radio | alternative, deutsch rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| - 0 N - Schlager on Radio | discofox, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| BurnFM - musik intensiv! | alternative, hard rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| - 0 N - Dance on Radio | dance, house | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| - 1 A - Christmas on Radio | christmas, holiday | MP3 128 kbps | |
| - 1 A - Chillout von 1A Radio | ambient, chillout | MP3 128 kbps | |
| - 0 N - Party on Radio | dance, discofox | MP3 128 kbps | |
| - 1 A - Weihnachten von 1A Radio | christliche musik, discofox | MP3 128 kbps | |
| - 1 A - Entspannt von 1A Radio | chillout, easy listening | MP3 128 kbps | |
| - 0 N - 2010s on Radio | 10er, 10s | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| - 0 N - K-Pop on Radio | asian, k-pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| - 0 N - Volksmusik on Radio | schlager, volksmusik | MP3 128 kbps | |
| - 0 N - Disco on Radio | 70er, 70s | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| - 1 A - Relax von 1A Radio | ambient, chillout | MP3 128 kbps | |
| - 1 A - Schlager Kult von 1A Radio | oldies, schlager | MP3 128 kbps | |
| - 1 A - Deutsch Pop von 1A Radio | balladen, pop | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| - 0 N - Charts on Radio | dance, hits | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| - 0 N - Gold on Radio | 50er, 50s | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| - 1 A - Hits von 1A Radio | black, dance | MP3 128 kbps | |
| - 0 N - Weihnachten on Radio | christliche musik, discofox | MP3 128 kbps | |
| - 0 N - Love on Radio | balladen, love songs | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| - 1 A - Volksmusik von 1A Radio | schlager, volksmusik | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| - 0 N - Gay on Radio | dance, gay | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| - 0 N - Black on Radio | black, hip hop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| - 1 A - 70er von 1A Radio | 70er, 70s | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| - 1 A - Charts von 1A Radio | dance, hits | MP3 128 kbps | |
| - 1 A - Party von 1A Radio | dance, discofox | MP3 128 kbps | |
| - 0 N - Pop on Radio | black, dance | MP3 128 kbps | |
| - 0 N - Top 40 on Radio | dance, hits | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| - 1 A - 90er von 1A Radio | rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RadioSelection | hitselection, public radio | AAC 128 kbps | |
| - 1 A - Rock von 1A Radio | alternative, classic rock | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| - 1 A - 2000er von 1A Radio | 00er, 00s | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| - 1 A - Deutsch Rap von 1A Radio | hip hop, rap | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Radio Euroherz (LQ) | - | AAC | |
| Radio BOB Rockabilly | rock | MP3 | |
| - 1 A - Schlager von 1A Radio | discofox, pop | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| - 1 A - Pop von 1A Radio | black, dance | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| - 0 N - Radio on Radio | hits, oldies | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| - 1 A - 60er von 1A Radio | 60er, 60s | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Radio Euroherz (HQ) | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Euroherz | - | AAC |
Museums in Thierstein
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| "Narrenkästchen" | ||||
| aaf de Gmoi | ||||
| Archiv des Kreises Asch | ||||
| Auto-moto muzeum | ||||
| Bäckereimuseum Buchta | ||||
| Bayerisches Grenzmuseum Schirnding | ||||
| Bergwerk »Kleiner Johannes« | ||||
| Deutsches Fahrzeugmuseum | ||||
| Deutsches Porzellanmuseum mit Zentralem Archiv der Deutschen Porzellanindustrie | ||||
| Dorfmuseum Kleinwendern | ||||
| Egerland Museum | ||||
| Eisenbahnmuseum "Bw Adorf" | ||||
| Entomologisches Museum Marktleuthen | ||||
| Erika-Fuchs-Haus, Museum für Comic und Sprachkunst | ||||
| Feuerwehrmuseum der Freiwilligen Feuerwehr Marktredwitz | ||||
| Fichtelgebirgsmuseum | ||||
| Framus-Werksmuseum | ||||
| Gerber Hans Haus | ||||
| German Porcelain Museum | ||||
| Glasschleif | ||||
| Goethe-Zimmer | ||||
| Hammerschloss | ||||
| Heimat- und Handfeuerwaffenmuseum | ||||
| Heimat- und Schloßmuseum | ||||
| Heimatmuseum | ||||
| Historisches Sägewerk | ||||
| historisches Waschhaus | ||||
| Kunsthalle | ||||
| Künstlerhaus | ||||
| Museum am Maxplatz | ||||
| Museum Bayerisches Vogtland | ||||
| Museum Mitterteich | ||||
| Museum of Aš Region | ||||
| Musikinstrumenten-Museum Markneukirchen | ||||
| Musikwerkausstellung | ||||
| Muzeum Aš | ||||
| Perlmutter- und Heimatmuseum | ||||
| Porzellanikon - Staatliches Museum für Porzellan | ||||
| Rauner Hammer | ||||
| Reichenbacher Bauernmuseum | ||||
| Rogg in | ||||
| Sächsisches Bademuseum Bad Elster | ||||
| Sack's Destille seit 1864 | ||||
| Sandauer Heimatstube | ||||
| Schul- und Heimatmuseum | ||||
| Stiftlandmuseum | ||||
| Theres-Neumann-Museum | ||||
| Town museum | ||||
| Traktor-Museum am Bahnhof | ||||
| Vogtländisches Freilichtmuseum Landwüst | ||||
| Volkskundliches Gerätemuseum | ||||
| Volkskundliches Gerätemuseum Arzberg-Bergnersreuth | ||||
| Wissenschaftliche Sammlung von Käfern und Schmetterlingen |
Libraries in Thierstein
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| community library Friedenfels | 0.0 | |||||
| Evang. Gemeindebücherei Tröstau | 0.0 | |||||
| Evangelische Gemeindebücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Gästebibliothek Bad Alexandersbad | 0.0 | |||||
| Gemeindebücherei Oberkotzau | 0.0 | |||||
| Gemeindebücherei Röslau | 0.0 | |||||
| Gemeindebücherei Schirnding | 0.0 | |||||
| Gemeindebücherei Thiersheim | 0.0 | |||||
| Knihovna Aš | 0.0 | |||||
| OTGS | 0.0 | |||||
| Pfarrbücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadbücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Arzberg | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Arzberg | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Hof | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Marktleuthen | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Marktredwitz | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Schönwald | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Selb [7] | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Wunsiedel | 0.0 | |||||
| Town library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Thierstein
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Käse direkt vom Bauernhof | |||||
| Regio-Markt | |||||
| Wochenmarkt | |||||
| Wochenmarkt Hof |
Restaurants in Thierstein
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Thierstein
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Thierstein
2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Thierstein
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Thierstein
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brauerei Hösl | ||||
| Brauerei Lang-Bräu | ||||
| Brauerei Nothaft | ||||
| Ehemalige Brauerei (Brandner Urstoff) | ||||
| Kommunbrauhaus | ||||
| Meinel Bräu | ||||
| Schlossbrauerei Friedenfels | ||||
| Schlossbrauerei Friedenfels | ||||
| Schlossbrauerei Friedenfels | ||||
| Schlossbrauerei Friedenfels | ||||
| Schloßbrauerei Stelzer |
Stadiums & Teams in Thierstein
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Thierstein
13 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandskigebiet Monte Kaolino | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Ski und Snowboardzentrum Fahrenberg | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Skilift Wurmstein | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Snowhill Mariánské Lázně | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Skihang Großbüchelberg | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Skigebiet Ochsenkopf | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Kraslice - Saporo | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Stříbrná - Lišák | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Stříbrná - Lišák | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Nové Hamry - U řeky | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Nové Hamry - Nad kostelem | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Skiabfahrt Nordhalben | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Vogtland Arena | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Thierstein
33 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bayreuth Airport | BYU | Medium Airport |
| Grafenwöhr Army Air Field | - | Medium Airport |
| Hof-Plauen Airport | HOQ | Medium Airport |
| Altdorf-Hagenhausen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Altenbeuthen UL | - | Small Airport |
| Auerbach Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Cheb Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Chemnitz/Jahnsdorf Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Erbendorf Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Fichtelbrunn Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Greiz-Obergrochlitz Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hartenstein-Thierfeld Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hersbruck Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hory Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Kříženec Planá Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Kronach Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Kulmbach Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Milhostov u Chebu ULM | - | Small Airport |
| Ottengrüner Heide Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Pegnitz-Zipser Berg Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Rammertshof Amberg Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Rosenthal-Plössen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Rovná u Sokolova Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Schmidgaden Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Stará Voda Emergency Field | - | Small Airport |
| Tachov Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Tirschenreuth Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Titschendorf Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Tröstau Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Vilseck Army Air Field | - | Small Airport |
| Weiden in der Oberpfalz Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Zell-Haidberg Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Zwickau Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Thierstein
6 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Dekimed | ||
| Fachklinik Sonnenhöhe | ||
| Fachklinikum Sachsenhof | ||
| Klinik "Am Schillergarten" | ||
| Klinik Bad Brambach | ||
| Vogtland-Klinik |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Thierstein
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| St. Michael | |
| St. Michael | |
| St. Thomas Kirche |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Thierstein?
Thierstein has a population of 1,278 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 32 people per square mile, spread across 40.4 square miles.
Is Thierstein expensive to live in?
The median household income is $35,838, 52% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $69,200 (75% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $346 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Thierstein?
Thierstein has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 205 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.2 inches, with 60.9 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Thierstein?
There are 50 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Thierstein?
The median home value in Thierstein is $69,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $346. The homeownership rate is 71.1%.