Is Bergen Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Bergen

Safety index

Safe
4.3 /5

The safety level in Bergen is considered to be high, with an overall safety index of 4.3.

Crime index

Very Low
1 /5

The crime rate in Bergen is considered to be very low, with an overall crime index of 1.

Violence index

11.1%

On average 11.1% percentage of women in Norway have experienced physical and/or sexual violence from an intimate partner at some time in their life, according to OECD Data.

Crime & Safety Stats

Safety index:

4.3/5Safe

Safety walking alone after dark:

3.9/5Safe

Safety using public transport:

4.3/5Safe

Crime index:

1/5Very Low

Worries of being sexually harassed:

1/5Not at all worried

Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped:

1.1/5Not at all worried

Worries of being physically attacked:

1/5Not at all worried

Worries of home broken and things stolen:

1/5Not at all worried

Worries of being mugged or robbed:

1/5Not at all worried

Worries of being kidnapped or murdered:

1/5Not at all worried

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How safe is Bergen for women?

Norway is in general a very safe country. Bergen is no exception. Puddefjordsbroen and Danmarksplass are known drug addict areas. The main thing to worry about is underestimating the nature. Most of the tourists who get in trouble are those who get stuck in the mountains. Read and respect our Fjellvettregler.

Posted: July 15, 2024
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Olia

Olia

Bergen is a super safe city. I really have never felt so safe in any country and city that i'v even been. Plus in the summer time we have kinda "white nights" which makes it even more calm to walk around)

Posted: June 4, 2024
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Lena

Lena

Generally very safe, there are usually some drunk students in the city centre at night, but they don't really bother others. I very rarely feel unsafe alone in the city or outside the city. People mostly keep to themselves

Posted: May 21, 2024
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Siv

Siv

Bergen, like the rest of Norway, is generally very safe. Walking alone at night or traveling around in general is not a problem. Public transport is clean and reliable. Most people speak English and are helpful and polite if you need directions or assistance.

Posted: April 10, 2024
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Bergen is a charming and small city with walking distance to most places. The culture is used to strong women and independent women. Women I. This city is respected and seen equal as men. Also the city have a lot of female owned/run bars and restaurants.

Posted: March 10, 2024
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Bergen is very touristy and safe for women solo travelers. There is gonna be a lot of drug users around at night and early mornings, but they have never talked to me. Bergen is beautiful and you can ask any stranger about directions or help.

Posted: February 20, 2024
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Is Bergen safe to travel?

4.8 /5

Based on 11 experiences

Francesca

Francesca

Italy

Solo travel experience

I felt really safe in Bergen, it's a small town but very touristic and that's why it's very expensive. I stayed in a youth hostel and I used the kitchen to cook my meals. There are a lot of interesting things to do around, just go to the tourist information and they will help you to choose a cruise, a hike or other many activites. My budget was about 70 euros each day.

Posted: July 10, 2024
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Solo travel experience

I felt very safe in Bergen! I would recommend checking out fløyen and Bryggen! There was a lot of good food, I would recommend eating fish while you’re there! Norway is very expensive so keep that in mind, but overall I would recommend Bergen!

Posted: July 1, 2024
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Is Bergen worth visiting?

Overall rating

4.5 /5

based on 11 experiences

Solo travel experience

Spent months waiting for a spontaneous trip to Bergen, because I wanted to choose a sunny week. The travel was more expensive this way but definitely worth it! You don't need more than 2-3 days to visit every sight, but you can spend a couple more days sailing to the fjords etc. Highly recommend!

Posted: July 2, 2024
Things to do: 5/5Food: 4/5Budget-friendly: 5/5Safety: 5/5
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Jasmin

Jasmin (25)

Germany

Family travel experience

I loved Bergen! We went on one of these get your guide tours and it was really worth it! We were a family of 3 (my dad, brother and me) and we stayed at the Scandic Neptun hotel! The breakfast was included, there were 3 single beds so it was perfect for our little trip! We took the train from Oslo to Bergen and had a stop at Myrdal, where we took the Myrdal train which was worth it as well! Can really recommend it! Check out the train schedules on google maps! Super easy and reliable!

Posted: June 12, 2024Experienced: September, 2023
Things to do: 5/5Food: 4/5Budget-friendly: 3/5Safety: 5/5
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Silje

Silje

About Me

Hi! I'm Silje, a digital nomad with my home base in Bergen, Norway. I love to travel and explore new places. I love hiking, so my weekends are often spent in the mountains, although I also enjoy going out with my friends for a beer or a coffee.

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Celina

About Me

First time trying out apps for solo traveling! I wish to travel around to see and learn from different cultures. I am studying Interior architecture, and i love to be creative😊 I like to meet up for some drinks and have fun, and i love to experience new things. Can be spontaneous person! I would love to meet new people😊

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