Is Denmark safe for solo female travelers?

Denmark is a remarkably safe destination for solo female travelers. The crime rate is very low and locals are renowned for their friendliness and helpfulness. There's an excellent public transportation system which functions efficiently even late at night, and it's generally safe for women to walk alone. However, as with any travel, keep basic precautions in mind like avoiding less crowded areas during late hours and not displaying your valuables publicly.

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How safe is Denmark for solo female travelers?

Travel safety index

4.7 /5

based on 94 experiences from female travelers

Copenhagen, Family travel

Heyy lovelies🫶🏼 I was in CPH for 5 days over my birthday and it was very enjoyable. The sights were very nice, it’s a great place for a city trip even with family. If you’re looking to do lots of sights and museum tour, you should book the Copenhagen card. You pay a fixed price and can get into many sights for free. But there’s a calculator for that to see if it makes sense for you. Very recommended my me and my fam🫶🏼

Posted: March 10, 2026
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Copenhagen, Family travel

Went there with my family and we had an absolute blast! I definitely recommend renting a bicycle for a day (we used Donkey Republic which is very popular throughout the coty & you can do everything in an app) and visiting Superkilen park as well as riding across Cirkelbroen, Cykelslangen and other bridges on bike. I promise they are a lot of fun to bike even if you normally don't enjoy riding a bicycle very much (like me and my family)! Plus you can also reach further away places you want to...

Posted: March 4, 2026
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Copenhagen, Couple travel

Beautiful area, many cultural experiences, and delicious food. It was a pricey area and didn't have much for activities. I like adventure and a boat ride is about as much adventure as possible here. Worth a day visit.

Posted: February 3, 2026Experienced: May, 2025
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How safe is Denmark for women?

Local safety index

4.7 /5

Based on 235 reports

Local crime index

1.6 /5

Based on 235 reports

Copenhagen

I have to admit that I did not go to Copenhagen solo, it was a family trip. Nonetheless, I don't think I would've felt any less safe if I were to travel there alone. I felt very safe at all times, even at night for solo females and I think it's safe to say this is the safest capital city I've ever been to!

Posted: March 4, 2026
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mette

Kolding

Kolding is like most other danish cities quit safe. But of course always think of safety. I've been walking around Kolding at night and have felt safe. Most people in Denmark are kind and want to help if needed.

Posted: February 11, 2026
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Nana

Copenhagen

I wouldn't go through an empty park in the dark, but if there are others, then I wouldn't worry. It's a very safe, rich and chill city. Nothing has ever happened to me Take care of pickpockets around main attractions.

Posted: January 8, 2026
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Safety in Denmark

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Lili

Lili

Roskilde

Can host for:

7 days

About me

I'm a 20 year-old psychology student, doing Erasmus in Denmark and looking to travel around Europe. I do not put any rules on my travels because "You only live once" and I feel like it's worth the risk if the experience has a potential to be memorable and enjoyable.

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Sharon

Sharon

Horsens

Can host for:

3 days

About me

Hi! <3 I was born in Spain, moved to Sweden 8 years ago, and then to Denmark half a year ago 🇪🇸 🇸🇪 🇩🇰 I am half Colombian and half Romanian 🇨🇴 🇷🇴 and I love exploring, traveling and meeting new people! 🏳️‍🌈☮️🌻

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