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Nestled in the rolling hills of southwest Germany, Emmendingen offers expats a quiet, orderly life close to nature without being isolated—ideal if you value calm over convenience. Daily life moves at a relaxed pace, with reliable public transport linking you to Freiburg and the Black Forest within 30 minutes. Housing is modest and affordable compared to larger cities, though choices for international schools or diverse expat communities are limited. Safety and healthcare are solid, but not exceptional. It’s a place that rewards integration: German proficiency opens doors, and those who embrace local rhythms often find a grounded, stable life here.
Population
27,383
Area
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Density
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Founded
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Language
German
Districts & Neighborhoods in Emmendingen
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Climate & Weather in Emmendingen
Emmendingen has a **temperate oceanic climate (Köppen Cfb)** with warm summers, cool to cold winters, and precipitation spread through the year. Long-term data show average temperatures around 10.9-11°C annually, with summer highs often near 26-27°C and winter lows around 0°C or slightly below.
Summer Average
20°C
Winter Average
3°C
Climate Type
Oceanic
Rainy Days
119
Sunny Days
180
Humidity
80%
Spring
March - May
7-20°C
Spring is mild and gradually warms from cool March conditions to pleasant May weather. Rainfall is frequent enough to keep the landscape green, with increasing sunshine through the season.
Moderate rainfall
Summer
June - August
20-27°C
Summer is generally warm and comfortable, with average highs around 26-27°C and occasional hotter days above 30°C. Rainfall still occurs, often as showers or thunderstorms, so summers are not dry.
Moderate rainfall
Autumn
September - November
6-22°C
Autumn starts mild in September and turns cooler and wetter by November. Cloud cover increases and temperatures fall steadily toward winter.
Moderate rainfall
Winter
December - February
-1-6°C
Winter is cool to cold, with average temperatures near freezing on the coldest nights and daytime highs usually in the single digits. Snow can occur, but rain and overcast conditions are also common.
Moderate rainfall
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Air Quality
Emmendingen
Advantages
Emmendingen
Perfect Rhine Valley location
Excellent public transportation access
Proximity to Black Forest
Strong community spirit
Affordable living costs
Close to France and Switzerland
Disadvantages
Emmendingen
Limited job opportunities locally
Dependent on car transport
Few nightlife entertainment options
Small expat community support
Safety & Security in Emmendingen
Overall Safety Score
Includes resilience and environmental factors
Moderate
53
/100
Germany Avg
56
Europe Avg
58
Worldwide Avg
57
Crime & Safety Metrics
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Emmendingen
Germany Average
No city-specific data available — showing Germany country averages instead.
Safety Index
0510
Moderate
Safety from Crime
0510
Moderate
Safe Alone (Day)
0510
Good
Safe Alone (Night)
0510
Moderate
Safety from Violent Crime
0510
Moderate
Safety from Property Crime
0510
Moderate
Environmental & Natural Hazard Risks
Resilience Score: 81/100
No data for Emmendingen — showing hazard indicators from nearby Villingen-Schwenningen (~48 km).
