Municipality profile · Grand Duchy of Luxembourg
Ell
Official record of the quality of the water distributed in Ell. Data sourced from the open data sets of the Water Management Administration (AGE).
Updated: 2026-05-11
Official municipal sourceScore qualité-eau.lu
National rank
93 / 106
National avg.
20.4°fH
Detailed indicators
Hardness
13.0°fH
Soft
Drëpsi certification
✓
AGE audit validated
Nitrates (zone)
100 %
Vulnerable zone · Dir. 91/676/EEC
Position on the French scale
Improve your water
Improving your water in Ell
Compliant tap water doesn't mean ideal water. Two complementary levers: treat limescale (comfort, appliance lifespan) and purify drinking water (nitrates, pesticides, PFAS).
Soft water — softener optional
At 13.0 °fH, the water in Ell is soft: a softener isn't essential. It's still useful for maximum comfort (skin, laundry) or to protect a sensitive installation. If in doubt, ask for advice.
Reverse osmosis — pure drinking water
Ell, like all of Luxembourg, is a nitrate vulnerable zone, and the European PFAS standard has applied since 2026. An under-sink reverse-osmosis unit removes 95–99% of nitrates, pesticides, PFAS and residues — the safest solution for the water you drink.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions — Ell
+Is the water in Ell drinkable?
Yes. Ell holds the Drëpsi excellence certificate awarded by the Water Management Administration, attesting to the compliance of its drinking water installation.
+Should a water softener be installed in Ell?
Not necessary. The hardness in Ell (13.0°fH) is low. The water is naturally soft.
+What is the exact water hardness in Ell?
The hardness of the water distributed in Ell is 13.0°fH (French degrees).
+Are there nitrates in the water of Ell?
Ell, like the entire territory of Luxembourg, is officially classified as a vulnerable zone under the European Nitrates Directive (91/676/EEC). Concentrations at the tap remain within drinking water standards (50 mg/L max).