Women living in Heidelberg consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 4.4 out of 5.
Women living in Heidelberg consider the crime rate to be very low, with an overall crime rating of 1.2 out of 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.
Based on 19 experiences
Safety rating: | 4.4/5 | Safe |
Safety walking alone after dark: | 4/5 | Safe |
Safety using public transport: | 4.6/5 | Very Safe |
Crime rate: | 1.2/5 | Very Low |
Worries of being sexually harassed: | 1.5/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped: | 1/5 | Not at all worried |
Worries of being physically attacked: | 1.1/5 | Not at all worried |
Worries of home broken and things stolen: | 1/5 | Not at all worried |
Worries of being mugged or robbed: | 1/5 | Not at all worried |
Worries of being kidnapped or murdered: | 1/5 | Not at all worried |
I came here on my own and I live here on my own. Most of the time I feel very safe. I love this city and the few times I felt unsafe was when I was walking past homeless people. But I think the homeless rate is lower than in other cities and I think it is a very safe city.
Posted: July 11, 2025Aziza
I’ve been living in Heidelberg for just about a year now, and from the very beginning, I had the feeling that this city is incredibly safe. There’s hardly any crime, and even when using public transport, you always feel comfortable and secure. People here are generally very open and friendly – if you ever need help, you can be sure someone will offer it without hesitation.
Posted: July 7, 2025Heidelberg is a student city, since we have a big university here, meaning there are a lot of very cool young people :) also it’s quite touristy, because of the popular old town and its castle. from my experience i would say it’s a pretty safe city, but of course you are never completely safe from some questionable people (men🤨😂)
Posted: June 4, 2025Bibi
Heidelberg is a pretty safe city in Germany. It is a university city which is why a lot of students live here. Overall Heidelberg isn’t such a big city which makes it safer as well. I feel safe walking alone at night and I’ve never heard that anything happened to my friends or family.
Posted: May 25, 2025Heidelberg is quite safe - nevertheless, as safe as the city may be, there are parts of the city and times / situations of course that require a little bit more attention - but nothing you wouldn't be aware of as a woman anyways.
Posted: May 10, 2025Beatrice
Heidelberg is a peaceful student town. It's very beautiful and also is a big attraction for tourists and international students. Therefore it is very safe. Sometimes of course things can happen but it is very rare to hear or experience. Not to be worried at all.
Posted: April 27, 2025Val
Argentina
My first time in Heidelberg! I had the time of my life! Such a beautiful place. It started cloudy but then it was so sunny! I didn't try the food or buy anything, I was so enhanced by the city, that I just walked through it! There is a lot of nature and it felt super peaceful. I recommend paying a visit, it's so worth it.
Posted: June 9, 2024I would define recommend Heidelberg, it has good authentic food and historical old buildings. There is a castle with a wonderful view. It is one of the places you should not miss when visiting Germany.
Posted: May 17, 2024