Is Erfurt Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Erfurt

Safety rating

Safe
3.7 /5

Women living in Erfurt consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 3.7 out of 5.

Crime rating

Low
1.6 /5

Women living in Erfurt consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 1.6 out of 5.

Violence rating

2.5%

On average 2.5% percentage of women in Germany have experienced physical and/or sexual violence from an intimate partner at some time in their life, according to OECD Data.

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Crime & Safety Statistics

Based on 9 experiences

Safety rating:

3.7/5Safe

Safety walking alone after dark:

3.1/5Moderate

Safety using public transport:

3.8/5Safe

Crime rate:

1.6/5Low

Worries of being sexually harassed:

1.7/5A Bit Worried

Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped:

1.4/5Not at all worried

Worries of being physically attacked:

1.2/5Not at all worried

Worries of home broken and things stolen:

1/5Not at all worried

Worries of being mugged or robbed:

1.1/5Not at all worried

Worries of being kidnapped or murdered:

1.1/5Not at all worried

How safe is Erfurt?

Erfurt is the capital of Thuringia. It’s still kind of a small city. At least it feels like it. After you lived there a while you know a lot of people and a lot of people know you. It’s pretty common that you get talken to in the city and sometimes people also harass you. Driving at night with the tram is horrible. You get harassed a lot

Posted: January 11, 2025
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Erfurt is a pretty safe place regarding pickpocketing etc. There might be some catcalling, but you’ll mostly be left alone. Please note though: With the growth oft the fascist party afd there has been a notable rise in racist comments towards poc and insults towards queer or leftist-looking-people (for example on public transport). Stay safe!

Posted: January 7, 2025
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Overall, Erfurt is pretty safe because the city is not very big, so there are not many people out. There are two places where it is a bit dangerous, especially at night: "Anger" and the main train station. But except for these two places, it's very safe based on my experience.

Posted: January 2, 2025
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All in one really Safe. Never something happens to me but still worried bc i see what happens to people on the Internet. If you are carefull you are Safe (just don't drink thinks from strangers etc.) Also if you are in a Group its even better

Posted: December 24, 2024
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I think Erfurt is a quite safe place. I life here for about 2 years and never experienced any kind of really dangerous situation. Sure I am afraid in the dark, especially alone and of course I make myself aware of my surroundings when I walk home but it never happend anything to me or my female friends. What’s important to mention is that although I was never sexually assaulted or attacked in any kind whatsoever it can happen and it happened to other women! But not just to talk about the city in the dark it’s an extremely nice city with friendly people in the daytime. There are lots of small cute coffee shops and interesting historical buildings. Don’t miss your chance to visit this lovely little city. :)

Posted: December 24, 2024
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Weronika

Weronika

Erfurt is a pretty safe city. I'd avoid hanging around Anger (a center place) after 10 pm, though. Overall there are street lights everywhere, and the police presence is high. During the day, I would not worry at all.

Posted: August 12, 2024
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I have been living here almost a year and haven’t really experienced something too unpleasant. Overall it’s beautiful and safe city but at night HBF and around Anger street might be filled with rsther sketchy people at times so rather be careful. Also, be careful when you are around Nord Erfurt as sometimes nazis can be seen

Posted: June 21, 2024
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The german city Erfurt is a place where a lot of students are and in the student groups you feel pretty safe. As a woman obviously you always are going to think about possibilities that could happen to you just to protect yourself but specifically in the city we don’t have these thoughts.

Posted: April 7, 2024
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Erfurt is a small German City. Besides the „normal“ amount of harrasment which is experienced by almost every woman everywhere, there is nothing to be worried about! At day time there really is nothing to be worried about. At night time you can easily go clubbing or get drinks in bars. The areas which are far from the city Center (Rieth, Wiesenhügel) may be a little more dangerous but I wouldn’t recommend staying in these areas anyhow.

Posted: March 19, 2024
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Is Erfurt worth visiting?

Solo travel

Was on a multiple day bicycling tour through Germany. Spent one whole day in Erfurt. Very pretty city and also (without planning) was there during the happening of a music festival. No entry fees which I absolutely loved and very good music and vibes. People dancing everywhere and also nice decorations. That trip made Erfurt one of my favorite cities in Germany.

Posted: March 25, 2024
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Meet locals in Erfurt

Laura:)

Laura:)

About Me

hi!:) I'm Laura from Düsseldorf, living next to Erfurt, Germany currently where I go to uni. I love photography, being artsy - writing poetry, creating art, thus I love travelling and making memories ^°^, I love diving, I am to sports and adventures. Also I love knitting, making music and watching the sunset and hiking! Aaaand most importantly I love to dance and laugh!!

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Muri

Muri

About Me

Hey, my name ist Muriel, but you can call me Muri. I live in Erfurt and love this City, because it is so small and cozy. I love to travel and see the world. I have been to many different countries und have met many culture. I'm open to share some experience and get also some tips for my next travels :) I can speak German and Englisch...I'm also learning Hebrew right now, because I study in Erfurt :)

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Safety in Germany

Frequently asked questions

Is Erfurt safe?

Women living in Erfurt consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 3.7 out of 5.

Is Erfurt safe to walk alone at night?

Women living in Erfurt consider walking alone at night to be moderately safe, with an overall safety rating of 3.1 out of 5.

Is public transport safe in Erfurt?

Women living in Erfurt consider public transport to be relatively safe, with an overall safety rating of 3.8 out of 5.

What is the crime rate in Erfurt?

Women living in Erfurt consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 1.6 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually harassed in Erfurt?

Women living in Erfurt consider the risk of being sexually harassed to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.7 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually assaulted or raped in Erfurt?

Women living in Erfurt consider the risk of being sexually assaulted or raped to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.4 out of 5

What is the risk of being physically attacked in Erfurt?

Women living in Erfurt consider the risk of being physically attacked to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.2 out of 5

What is the risk of burglary in Erfurt?

Women living in Erfurt consider the risk of burglary to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1 out of 5

What is the risk of being mugged or robbed in Erfurt?

Women living in Erfurt consider the risk of being mugged or robbed to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.1 out of 5

What is the risk of being kidnapped or murdered in Erfurt?

Women living in Erfurt consider the risk of being kidnapped or murdered to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.1 out of 5