Is Norway Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Norway

I would say Norway is a very safe country. I often walk around alone, even at nighttime, and I've never felt unsafe. People generally mind their own business, meaning they will not approach or disturb you unless necessary. It is not common to be robbed or mugged. It is also fairly safe to leave your belongings unattended in public spaces like cafes or libraries for a short period of time if you have to use the toilet etc.

Like all places, precautions should be taken. In general, the country is safe and you can relax your guard a bit. I have personally not experienced violence and nor has anyone of my closest female friends. Just be smart under your stay (:

I feel extremely safe all over Norway. Both in rural areas and in the big cities alone after dark. The only thing I would be concerned about is going hiking alone without the necessary equipment and experience. Not because of other people, but because the force of nature is real, and the weather can change very quickly from blue sky and sunshine to snow storm.

Solo travel experience

I felt very safe travelling to Norway. It’s a country with law obidient people that love rules lots. I felt safe to walk even during the late evening walks. It was amazing. The food is quite expensive but if you a good researcher you can find a cheap places as well.

Solo travel experience

I traveled low budget, there were many beautiful places to stay for free with a lot of times clean public toilets and a watertap. To avoid high costs for ‘bomvei’ you need to avoid tolk roads as there are many of them in Norway. I traveled two weeks and never had an unsafe feeling. Only one time when I was high in the mountains and there was 4G or 5G. I like to have contact with people at home ai they can see where I am. for that reading I use Polarsteps. Sonthey know i’m okay.

Group travel experience

Travelled with a friend doing a road trip from bergen to Oslo. As avid hikers we wanted to explore the country and its beauty. We did ao muc hiking, we kayaker and wild camped.... it was absolutely amazing We absolutely loved this country The scenery, the Waterfalls, mountains and oh my god the fjords were absolutely stunning We fell in love, and would absolutely recommend

Family travel experience

Amazing trip, I have seen some of the best views and done amazing walks. Would totally recommend if you can afford it. Keep in mind Norway is really expensive (same prices as Switzerland!) and especially Lofoten as it is so far away from everything and most of the products are imported. I wouldn’t be able to tell you exactly what my budget was as I travelled with my family. Great great walks with amazing views, totally breath-taking.