Is Aarhus Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Aarhus, is considered very safe for solo female travelers. The city is known for its low crime rates, welcoming locals, and well-lit, accessible streets. Safety measures such as police presence, CCTV coverage, and generally alert community provide an added degree of assurance. Like any other place, maintaining personal safety norms like not venturing into isolated areas at late hours or keeping personal belongings secure is advisable.

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4.8 /5

Based on our research and crime data

4.6 /5

Based on 25 experiences from local women

Aarhus is currently ranked #41 safest place in Denmark for solo female travellers, with an overall safety rating of 4.2 out of 5. . Check the full ranking.

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How safe is Aarhus?

Safety at night:Safe

Aarhus is generally quite safe at night. Like any city, it's recommended to exercise reasonable caution and stay in well-lit, populated areas. Instances of violent crime are low and locals are friendly and willing to help. However, it's best to be aware of your surroundings, especially if you are unfamiliar with the area.

Public transportation:Very safe

Public transportation in Aarhus has a reputation for being particularly safe. Buses, trains, and light rail services are reliable, clean, and often monitored by security personnel. Travelers rarely report incidents. It's also easy to navigate with clear signage and digital announcements are in Danish and English. People are generally respectful and helpful to tourists. Even at night, transit systems are considered fairly safe.

Street harassment:Low

Aarhus is generally very safe and respectful towards women. Instances of street harassment, such as catcalling or unsolicited attention, are quite rare. The Danish culture promotes respect and equality, making it a suitable travel destination for solo female travelers. However, like any city around the world, it is encouraged to maintain standard precautions, especially during the night or in less crowded areas. Most locals are friendly and helpful, and any occasional harassment is likely to be met with disdain from bystanders.

Petty crimes:Very low

Aarhus has a very low petty crime rate. Petty crimes like pickpocketing or bag snatching are not common. It's generally a safe city with a good law enforcement presence and a well-lit urban environment. Stay mindful of your belongings as you would when traveling to any foreign place, but overall, Aarhus presents a minimal risk for petty crimes.

Is Aarhus worth visiting?

Family travel

It was pretty safe, it's a cute charming calm city. I recommend the deer park to the south of the city, with the beach next door it's a great walk. The museum not to be missed is the ARoS museum, a museum of contemporary and classical art visible from all over the city with its rainbow panorama. And don't forget to pass by the nice latin neighborhood.

Posted: August 5, 2024Experienced: March, 2024

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Salome

Denmark

Solo travel

Aarhus is a very cute city with something for everyone. It’s a very cultural city where you get a good insight into the danish everyday life. I was there during the AARHUS FESTUGE which is a week of cultural activity such as concerts and events

Posted: November 21, 2023

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Is Aarhus safe for women?

Safety index

4.6 /5

Based on 25 local experiences

Crime index

1.3 /5

Based on 25 local experiences

Julia

Aarhus is a pretty safe city but like any city, you should watch out for bike theft as the number one criminal act that happens The city’s is pretty friendly also at night time. Of course, there’s always a chance of something happening if you’re in the wrong place at the wrong time, but I’ve lived here my whole life and have never had any problems. As long as you use common sense, Aarhus is a great place to visit or live without feeling unsafe.

Posted: May 27, 2025

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Malene

I have not experienced any harm done to me while living here, but I think every woman know somebody who has, so I'm not gonna proclaim Aarhus is 100% safe. I genuinely feel safe walking around at night in busy areas in town

Posted: May 27, 2025

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