Is Besancon safe for solo female travelers?

Besancon is generally safe for solo female travelers. It’s a serene city with friendly locals and a lessened risk of crime. However, like any other location around the world, it’s good to maintain general safety precautions such as not walking in poorly lit areas at night and always being aware of personal belongings.

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How safe is Besancon for female travelers?

How safe is Besancon for women?

Local safety index

3.2 /5

Based on 3 local experiences

Local crime index

1 /5

Based on 3 local experiences

Im new here but it’s like every city you get catcall at night like everywhere. But it’s mostly safe depending on the area you’re visiting or going to id mostly recommend staying in the central area of this town

Posted: September 28, 2025
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I don't really know, but there are always people in the street, so we can get help if we need it. I'm a girl, and of course, I'm afraid of men's comments and attacks, but it's okay in Besançon. Maybe just the comments tire me.

Posted: December 24, 2024
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Besançon is like every city during the night, there is one neighborhood where you should not hang out at night but the rest of the city is very safe and calm. I never feared being attacked in the street. Downtown, sometimes there is drunk people but you can simply avoid them, they wont attack you but maybe ask you for money. If you refuse, nothing will happen, they leave and that’s it. During the day, you can go everywhere without fear, it’s a very Nice city surrounded by nature.

Posted: May 20, 2024
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