Is Netherlands Safe for Solo Female Travelers?
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Amsterdam, Group travel
Amsterdam was by far the safest and kindest place I have been to so far. I traveled with my female friend and we had an amazing time. We got lost a few times (public transportation confuses us haha) but recieved so much help from a lot of great folks! Everyone was so friendly!
Posted: October 7, 2026Experienced: August, 2026
Angelica
United Kingdom
Amsterdam, Group travel
Amsterdam was absolutely AMAZING! 🇳🇱🔥 I had such a good time I literally lost my voice from all the partying 😃😂 The nightlife, the food, the atmosphere and the beautiful places made the whole trip unforgettable. And then there was the Red Light District… 😳😂 I’d heard about it, but seeing it in real life was definitely a bit of a shock! Amsterdam certainly knows how to surprise you. 😂 The October weather was actually pretty good too, which made exploring the city even better. Amsterdam...
Posted: September 27, 2026
Amsterdam, Family travel
I loved Amsterdam. It is a lovely city with a lot of nice museums with lovely art and it's a great place to learn about history. The parks are great too. I really enjoyed the food. The city is very clean, especially the art. The bridges are lovely. Overall the Venice of the North is a lovely city.
Posted: September 24, 2026Experienced: July, 2024
Elena
Netherlands
Netherlands, Family travel
I visited The Netherlands since I was a kid with my family. There are obviously some bad streets but not where the usual attractions are. STROOPWAFELS eat them unless you're allergic, buy them, gift them. POFFERTJES I love those little creatures (little pancakes) Museums!!! So many museums. Tips: install 9292 for travel advice, DO NOT BUY tickets from there, use the real NS app (for trains)(and look carefully for all the options)or the appropriate GVB for Amsterdam tramline daily tickets. Ov...
Posted: September 20, 2026
Cecily
United States
Netherlands, Solo travel
I absolutely loved the Netherlands! Stayed there for 1.5 months (someone offered me a sublet 🤭) Went all over and everyone was so kind and helpful. I LOVED all the museums and galleries! Two things I would recommend - 1. Get a museum pass 2. Get out of Amsterdam and explore the towns nearby!!
Posted: September 20, 2026Experienced: July, 2024
Amsterdam, Couple travel
Incredible weekend despite the downpour, I should have taken an umbrella. The people are super friendly, We did most of the visit walking, there are plenty of activities. We went to the Van Gogh Museum and then to a concert in a bar. Can't wait to go back for tulip season !
Posted: September 7, 2026Experienced: August, 2025
Zeyna
Palestine
Amsterdam, Solo travel
Amsterdam really feels safe and welcoming , almost everyone there speaks English and willing to help out if you ask . The canals , the old buildings , the bikes ! It just feels magical ! Some touristic places can be a bit dirty during the day because of crowds tho . And regarding the food prices you can find a sandwich for 5€ in the supermarket up until a meal for 30€ . I went in July but it rained a couple times so maybe take a jacket even if it’s technically summer . The public...
Posted: August 2, 2026
MATHILDE
France
Netherlands, Group travel
I have done woofing (volunteering) in the Netherlands farm during 3 months with my best friend ! We have visited all the country! It’s was really amazing! We learned a lot of new things and meet a lot of new people!
Posted: July 29, 2026
Bara
Czech Republic
Breda, Group travel
Dear Travel Ladies, my trip to Breda was due to school conference, but in my free time I got to explore the beautiful places in the city itself. It was a very cozy experience, there weren't many people and the architecture of the city looked very nice
Posted: July 19, 2026Experienced: June, 2026
Lulu
Poland
Netherlands, Solo travel
🇳🇱 My First Solo Trip in Europe: The Netherlands ✨ I’d like to begin posting here by sharing my very first solo trip in Europe, the Netherlands. It had been on my bucket list since I was a child, especially because I grew up learning about Dutch history. Now that I’m living in Poland, I finally dared myself to go. I thought solo travel would be scary, but it turned out to be one of the most unforgettable experiences of my life. My journey started with an afternoon FlixBus from Wrocław to...
Posted: July 13, 2026Experienced: April, 2026
Is Netherlands safe for women?
Leeuwarden
Leeuwarden is quite a safe city, there are a few (mostly small) streets which I wouldn't take at night but most of the streets are fine Furthermore, the streets are well-lit and in most streets you can cycle safely alone
Posted: October 9, 2026Oppenhuizen
It’s a very small town so it’s rare that anything happens here. If something does happen it’s usually in the nearby city Sneek. Being alone at night in Oppenhuizen is more than fine. Sneek is also usually pretty safe during the day but I wouldn’t recommend going out at night by yourself, especially as a woman.
Posted: September 26, 2026Enschede
Enschede is a very, very save city, even at night. Everybody is very friendly, helping and likes to communicate with you.
Posted: September 20, 2026Amstelveen
Amstelveen feels very safe and peaceful, including in the evenings & nights. It’s a quiet residential area with good public transport connections to Amsterdam. I generally feel comfortable walking around on my own at any time, and it’s a nice place to stay if you want somewhere calmer than the centre of Amsterdam!
Posted: September 19, 2026
Tanja
Heinkenszand
It’s a smaller village not a lot to do pretty safe just some annoying farmers now and then. Just stay away from the dark unlight roads during the night and if you do want to cycle somewhere just make sure you have someone with you
Posted: September 8, 2026Groningen
i think it's a pretty safe city? i don't really know about how it is at night because i usually don't really go out, so i might be wrong. I usually feel safe here, but that's also because i know the city. I think it's a pretty low-key city that's great and safe to explore!
Posted: September 4, 2026Safety in Netherlands
Hospitality Exchange in Netherlands
Pien
Hook of Holland
Can host for:
3 nights
About me
Hi, I’m Pien from The Netherlands. Nice to meet you! I work in childcare management and am self-employed. Sometimes I work from home. Every other year I visit Japan or Australia every to visit friends and family. I’m planning to see more of Europe in the next few years. On good weather days, I like to take my motorbike. I stay active by walking and strength training. I like good food and good company. Feel free to reach out if you need a place to crash.
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Astrid
Zwolle
Can host for:
7 nights
About me
Hello! I’m Astrid ( aka the Ginger) a passionate vegan chef and the founder of Culinaire Connectie, where I craft plant-based meals that celebrate flavor and creativity. Alongside running my business, I work as a caretaker for children, a role that brings me immense joy and purpose. When I’m not in the kitchen or caring for little ones, you’ll likely find me out hiking through nature, diving into new underwater worlds, or spinning to the rhythm of Cuban salsa. I’m always up for meeting new people, sharing stories, and building connections over good food and good vibes. Every month, I love hosting dinners for friends, bringing people together through delicious, plant-based dishes that I create. Looking forward to connecting and sharing a meal (or dance!) soon!
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Julia
Amersfoort
Can host for:
3 nights
About me
I am tourism management professional from the Netherlands. I am traveling a lot and I would love to meet and to get to know as many nice people as possible. Ig: @zjuuliaa
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Tamarah
Nijmegen
Can host for:
3 nights
About me
Hi butterflies, I myself like to fly away to other places to meet other butterflies and beautiful people and their colors of traditions and cultures. But I also can really enjoy to stay in my cocoon and would love to welcome other butterflies and people, having a great time with them in my wonderful, social and green hometown. Even though I am born with a muscular disease and I am using a power wheelchair to move around, it absolutely doesn’t make me to stay in my cocoon all the time. On the contrary! I’m looking for the possibilities, and not the impossibilities. That’s my life motto! And independency with a physical disability is also a high priority in my undertaking life. :) Every year I’m making a trip to have a water sports holiday on a great lake (sailing, canoeing, rowing and even water skiing). When I’m in my hometown I love to be with my fellow butterfly friends to have a good fresh (vegetarian) meal and to enjoy their company. I can also really enjoy of the serenity of nature or writing my thoughts and feelings down on paper as poetry.
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Anastasia
Utrecht
Can host for:
5 nights
About me
Hello there 🥰 I‘m Stas (Anastasia) and I‘m a professional violinist 🎻 I grew up in Germany, moved to Luxembourg and currently I study in the Netherlands 🇳🇱 I have a burning passion for traveling and want to see 50 countries by the age of 30 🌍 I discover the world on my own and can’t wait to meet other travelers 🧳💗
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Asmin
Leiden
Can host for:
2 nights
About me
Hey hey! I'm Asmin! It's difficult to introduce myself in these few sentences, but what I can say is that I'm a daydreamer, friendly and sensible person and according to my friends I am always an amusing, caring, and alive and kicking person. I was an Erasmus student in Warsaw almost 6 years ago and in 2016 summer I worked in NJ, the USA by work and travel program, I finished my bachelor's and masters in psychology. Now I am doing second masters in clinical psychology. I'm here because traveling, meeting new people, discovering new cultures, and trying new things is my lifeblood so to say, and couchsurfing is a brilliant opportunity to achieve these. I was on couchsurfing before. Here is my profile/references: https://archive.ph/eNIEV What I Can Share with Hosts I'm a petsitter I can help you out with your furry babies. I can cook Turkish foods, we can talk about psychology and I can share my memories and experiences that I gained through my travels and anything that I feel that I know well. I can teach you some Turkish folk dance :) Amazing Things I’ve Done I left all the things and I decided to live in Poland without knowing any Polish and anyone. Well, i tried my best! Scuba diving! You will be addicted to underwater after meeting the wonderful world. It is awesome! I tread the boards 1 musical and 1 play in front of more than 200 people. I climbed the highest point of the Tatra Mountains in Zakopane aannd I didn't break my bones. It is an amazing thing for such a clumsy person like me. I hitchhiked around Europe. Oslo to Stockholm, Warsaw to Vienna, and so on. Totally 5215 km btw October '15- May'16. I attended EQC'16 (European Quidditch Cup) in Italy in April 2016. ( I broke my ribs during the games but I don't regret it. It was an amazing weekend!)
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Mirte
Zwolle
Can host for:
7 nights
About me
Hello! My name is Mirte, and loving travelling! I lived in Ireland for 3 years and made it a home away from home. Recently bought a rooftop tent and I'm planning a big Irish roadtrip in the summer to further explore and visit friends. Can't wait! I am an art teacher at a college and am a volunteer at the local concert hall, so I get to see all the good gigs. I'm open to meeting travel buddies and also looking for someone to mind my cat here in the Netherlands when I'm away.
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Nika
The Hague
Can host for:
3 nights
About me
Hey! Im Nika and im 21 years old. I live in an apartment in The Hague (near Leyweg). Im studying pharmaceutical business administration in Utrecht, I like to watch series and go shopping. I love to travel ! If u need advice, need a place to stay or want to hang out let me know 🥰 Insta Nikashourehdeli
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Jinora
Heerlen
Can host for:
3 nights
About me
I'm 33F with autism and ADHD. I've been on Couchsurfing from 2012 - 2021, and on BeWelcome since 2020. On CS I had over 85 references, on BeWelcome I have 6 comments about me. I have been living on my own for 10 years, my cats have been living with me for 6 and 4 years now. I'm a (sustainable) Tourism student, as well as a business student (at 2 universities).
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Anoek
Leeuwarden
Can host for:
3 nights
About me
Hi! Trying to see the world and make connections! I like to meet new people and try new things and especially learn about new cultures Im from the Netherlands but I have always been surrounded by internationals My Spanish is B1 level btw :)
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