How much energy do solar panels produce in Hörstel?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Hörstel, Germany produces approximately 5,030 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Hörstel?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €763 per year (accounting for 24% self-consumption and feed-in tariff for surplus). The payback period is 8.5 years.

What is the optimal panel angle in Hörstel?

The optimal tilt angle for solar panels in Hörstel is 39 degrees facing -2 degrees from south.

Solar Panels in Hörstel

Germany · 52.30°N, 7.58°E

Solar Potential

Moderate

1,006 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

Configure system size and battery to see realistic savings

Data last updated: March 2026

System Size

Battery Storage

Annual Output

5,030kWh

Net Annual Savings

€763

Payback Period

8.5 yrs

25-Year Net

€17,762

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (24% of 5,030 kWh)1,207 kWh × 0.384 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€463

Injected to grid (76% of production)3,823 kWh × 0.079 €/kWh

→ Feed-in revenue+€300

Net Annual Savings€763

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

155 kWh

253 kWh

450 kWh

591 kWh

625 kWh

616 kWh

612 kWh

571 kWh

483 kWh

344 kWh

199 kWh

132 kWh

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Dec

Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	155	36
February	253	59
March	450	108
April	591	146
May	625	158
June	616	159
July	612	159
August	571	147
September	483	121
October	344	84
November	199	47
December	132	31
Total	5,030	1,258

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,172 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

53 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

39° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 52.29763°N, 7.58382°E
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 39°
Optimal Azimuth: -2°
Yearly Irradiation: 1258 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price: 0.384 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff: 0.079 EUR/kWh
Install Cost: 1,300 EUR/kWp

€1,976

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