Is Graz Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Graz is deemed quite safe for solo female travelers. Local authorities are reliable and emergency services are very responsive and efficient. It has low crime rates and incidents of petty crime such as pickpocketing are relatively uncommon. The city is quite navigable, with good public transportation options and well-lit areas, though as with any travel destination, possessing a level of situational awareness is always necessary. The locals are friendly and most people speak English, making it easier for travelers to communicate and seek help if necessary.

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4.5 /5

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4.2 /5

Based on 15 experiences from local women

Graz is currently ranked #92 safest place for solo female travelers, with an overall safety rating of 4.5 out of 5. Check the full ranking.

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How safe is Graz?

Safety at night:Safe

Graz is generally very safe at night, especially in the city center where there are always people around. However, being a solo female traveler, maintaining usual safety precautions in less crowded and dimly lit areas during night time is always advisable. The overall atmosphere is calm and locals are friendly and willing to help. Use common sense, avoid suspicious looking areas or people and you should feel relatively safe during your nighttime excursions in Graz.

Public transportation:Very safe

Public transportation in Graz is highly efficient, reliable, and well-managed, making it is an ideal and secure choice for a solo female traveler. Most of the travelers and local individuals generally use the tram or bus system owing to regularity and widespread routes throughout the city. During late-night hours, when travel can potentially present risk situations, the transportation services extend their security measures ensuring a safe environment. Furthermore, announcements are both in German and English, which eliminates linguistic barriers. There's generally good lighting at stops and stations, which also contributes to a sense of security. Hence, it ensures reassured and effortless travel around the city.

Street harassment:Low

Graz, is generally safe for solo female travelers. Street harassment instances are relatively low, and the locals are known for being respectful and polite. However, as with any city, it is important to exercise normal caution, especially during late hours. If you come across any uneasy situation, locals or law enforcement are usually available and ready to assist.

Petty crimes:Low

Graz generally has a low level of petty crimes like pickpocketing and purse-snatching, especially compared to major metropolitan cities around the world. As with any city, being cautious and aware of your surroundings at all times can substantially decrease your likelihood of falling victim to these crimes, but on the whole, Graz is quite safe even for solo female travelers.

Is Graz worth visiting?

Amila

Austria

Solo travel

I feel most people are nice here. I recommend the mountain Schöckel. As a Chinese I’m not used to eating traditional food in Graz but Italian restaurants never disappointed me. Every meal cost about 10-30 Euro. I rent a room for 500 Euro a month because i have to work here for one year

Posted: November 7, 2024

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Solo travel

Graz is really safe and beautiful city. I am living it in here for 2 months and i am happy in here. If you want to travel around city you should use bikes. It is way easier and cheap way of doing it. I think you will enjoy here!

Posted: November 7, 2023

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Is Graz safe for women?

Safety index

4.2 /5

Based on 15 local experiences

Crime index

1.9 /5

Based on 15 local experiences

It’s just a calm and small city. Not much to worry about :) I would just avoid Griesplatz - that’s quite sketchy. When it is a holiday, and there are a lot of people on the streets, I maybe would not go in the city center - there have been accident with cars… None of the less, you can visit Graz alone as a women

Posted: February 2, 2025

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Graz is very safe, you can walk alone at night without feeling in danger. The eastern part of the city is less livable, but I have been there a lot and I did not feel in danger even at night. It is a student city.

Posted: January 16, 2025

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Hi, I am Julia. ☺️ I am 22 yrs old, I live in Austria Graz 🇦🇹 I love meeting new people to exchanging ideas, culture and stories. My hobbies include running, stretching, gym, watching movies, nature, animals, fashion and aviation <3

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Hey, my name is Carmen and I am from a small village in the north of Italy and I am currently studying in Graz, Austria:)

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Graz

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Hey, my name is Carmen and I am from a small village in the north of Italy and I am currently studying in Graz, Austria:)

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Graz

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I‘m an outgoing and confident girly, i‘m a musician and a photographer, and i like to describe my personality with the „orange cat energy“ 🐈🤓 I love outdoor activities like going for walks, swimming, bouldering, volleyball, et but not to an extreme extend 🥲 I like a chill hike but anything more than that is probably too much for me. So I‘m happy to go outside and do stuff but if you‘re keen to just have a chill cozy couch day I‘m cool with that too. :) I‘m into good food, music, photography, (board) games, arts and crafts and I love a good spa day. ⛲️ Mental health and spirituality is very important to me! I respect all believes but please don‘t bring your religion into my home. I‘m happy to learn about it but I just care about who you are as a person and how you treat other people, no matter what your religion. :)

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