How much energy do solar panels produce in Gelnhausen?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Gelnhausen, Germany produces approximately 5,198 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Gelnhausen?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €773 per year (accounting for 23% self-consumption and feed-in tariff for surplus). The payback period is 8.4 years.

What is the optimal panel angle in Gelnhausen?

The optimal tilt angle for solar panels in Gelnhausen is 37 degrees facing -1 degrees from south.

Solar Panels in Gelnhausen

Germany · 50.20°N, 9.19°E

Solar Potential

Moderate

1,040 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

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Data last updated: March 2026

System Size

Battery Storage

Annual Output

5,198kWh

Net Annual Savings

€773

Payback Period

8.4 yrs

25-Year Net

€18,006

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (23% of 5,198 kWh)1,195 kWh × 0.384 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€458

Injected to grid (77% of production)4,002 kWh × 0.079 €/kWh

→ Feed-in revenue+€315

Net Annual Savings€773

Installation cost (5 kWp × 1,300 €/kWp)€6,500

Germany Solar Policy

Feed-in tariff guaranteed 20 years. 0% VAT on solar since 2023. FiT degresses 1% every 6 months.

Source: BNetzA, Eurostat H1 2025

The savings estimates shown are for informational purposes only and do not constitute financial advice. Actual savings depend on your specific installation, roof condition, shading, consumption patterns, and future electricity price changes. Feed-in tariffs and regulations change frequently. Always obtain quotes from certified installers and consult a financial advisor before making investment decisions.

Monthly Energy Production

173 kWh

279 kWh

460 kWh

595 kWh

623 kWh

635 kWh

644 kWh

592 kWh

511 kWh

354 kWh

192 kWh

141 kWh

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Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	173	40
February	279	65
March	460	111
April	595	148
May	623	158
June	635	165
July	644	169
August	592	154
September	511	129
October	354	87
November	192	46
December	141	34
Total	5,198	1,306

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,211 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

55 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

37° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 50.20164°N, 9.18742°E
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 37°
Optimal Azimuth: -1°
Yearly Irradiation: 1306 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price: 0.384 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff: 0.079 EUR/kWh
Install Cost: 1,300 EUR/kWp

€2,101

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