Is Ghent safe for solo female travelers?
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How safe is Ghent for solo female travelers?
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based on 12 experiences from female travelers
Julia
Netherlands
Solo travel
I went to Ghent for 3 days and stayed at the Upplink hostel. It was a great experience because the hostel has a lot of young people, it is in a perfect location and very well organized. The hostel staff were very friendly and gave me a city tour. The city is very beautiful and easy to get around because all the attractions are close by. The castle is definitely worth a visit. Try the Ghent Noses. The restaurants are expensive, and for a solo traveler with a very small salary, I think it is worth buying a sandwich at Carrefour for lunch 🤣
Posted: May 8, 2025
Lucia
France
Group travel
Even though it was a one-day trip, we tasted delicious beers, frites and hamburgers. The architecture of the city is magical and I assure you one day is enough to visit Ghent, we were 4 girls and we never felt insecure, nor rushed. One of the best quick trips to do!
Posted: April 6, 2025Experienced: September, 2024Family travel
Ghent is a really nice and historic city to visit. I do think around 3 days in Ghent will be enough to explore the city. The atmosphere was nice and friendly, we felt very safe. You can take a really nice boat tour, during this a guide will tell you all about the city’s history. Also nice museums are around, like the ‘museum voor schone kunsten’. You will also find some nice bars and pubs.
Posted: March 7, 2025How safe is Ghent for women?
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Britt
To me it’s a very safe place but as a woman I don’t feel safe all the time wherever I am… I do a lot of stuff alone in Ghent (day & night) & so far no bad experiences. I would say you can safely walk around on your own.
Posted: October 6, 2025I have never actually felt unsafe in the city. It ofcourse is something that you always keep in the back of your mind. But I’ve never been in a situation here that I was followed or being spoken to in a wrong way.
Posted: October 1, 2025
Anke
Ghent is mostly safe. During the day definitely and during the night it is mostly safe too. Just always be a bit cautious, but that counts for everywhere you go. Mostly people are friendly and helpful.
Posted: August 25, 2025Safety in Belgium
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Isis
Ghent
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3 days
About me
Hi! I'm a busy student at the University of Ghent. Animals are my passion, more specifically horses. I enjoy loads of little projects and social activities. As a board member of a student organisation, I love to spend my evenings with friends in the city, doing activities or organising them. My hobbies and interests are very broad, from caring for my horse, to poledancing or ballroom dancing, to crocheting or reading a book (these last two are less prominent these days due to my busy schedule unfortunately). Travelling has always had a special place in my heart, I work hard throughout the year to finance my little trips with friends. More than 5 months spent without travelling makes me go crazy!🤪 Italy has a very special place in my heart and tends to be my go-to destination when I need an escape from daily life in Ghent!
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Britt
Ghent
Can host for:
2 days
About me
Hi, I’m Britt, 26 years old and I’m passionate about a lot of things! ☺️ I love travelling, cooking, yoga, eating, nature, surfing, spinning, pole dancing, taking care of children… I can make a long list haha 🩵 That’s why ended up as a nanny of 2 childeren I adore & as a vegan holistic health coach. My heart and soul is in those things and that’s what I mostly try to do: putting my heart and soul in every small thing I do in my day. Only then I can feel like I’m living my life the way I want to! 🧚♀️🫶
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Svea
Ghent
About me
I am svea, 23 years old 🇵🇱🇧🇪 My interests are in art, painting, education, cooking, dancing, spirituality and doing spontaneous crazy things. My sweetheart says I am sweet and caring, all around a charming lady.
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Sara
Ghent
About me
Hi everyone! 😊 I'm Sara, 22 yo and from Italy. I work in a biotech company, but outside of work, I love to dive into my many passions! Cooking (and of course, eating), reading, playing the piano and guitar, and I've recently started learning to sew. I’m always on the move—I love swimming and cycling, and I also have a soft spot for kids, so I babysit in my free time. Traveling has always been a big part of my life: I lived in India for two years and have explored France, Germany, Spain, Austria, Netherlands, Russia, Sweden, Denmark, and Norway. My spirit is always ready to discover new corners of the world! I'm a joyful, empathetic person, always full of energy! I love meeting new people and creating genuine connections. I can’t wait to get to know you all, share travel stories, and continue exploring this beautiful world together! 🌍💖
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