Is Nantes safe for solo female travelers?

Nantes is generally quite safe for solo female travelers. The locals are friendly and the city has low crime rates, particularly in relation to violent or serious crime. However, like any large city, there can be occasional petty crimes like pick pocketing, especially in crowded, touristy areas or late at night. It's always important to be street smart - keep your belongings close, be aware of your surroundings, and avoid isolated areas at night.

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How safe is Nantes for solo female travelers?

Travel safety index

3.7 /5

based on 4 experiences from female travelers

Couple travel

Nantes was absolutely safe but there’s nothing to do as activity but about food they have the best butter i have ever tested

Posted: May 14, 2025
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Athina

Athina

Greece

Solo travel

Safety is not what Nantes gives as I heard but I never felt in danger. In the other hand Nate’s is very popular for the art and cultural event. Nantes had also an airport that makes your travel life easier.

Posted: October 18, 2024
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Solo travel

I love nantes! It's great for 2-3 days visit. The natural history museum is a must do, as well as walking the "green line" which takes you all around the city. A lot of the activities are pretty cheap or free (museums or walking around). You can visit Trentemoult within Nantes, beautiful buildings and quiet atmosphere. Nantes is not the cheapest, but you can definitely find good deals. I can't speak on accomodation as I was staying with a friend.

Posted: April 29, 2024
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How safe is Nantes for women?

Local safety index

2.9 /5

Based on 34 local experiences

Local crime index

2.6 /5

Based on 34 local experiences

Be careful when going out at night, especially if you are alone. Prefer going out during the day. I have never had any problems personally, but some neighborhoods can feel unsafe. It is better to be accompanied.

Posted: November 5, 2025
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Agathe

Agathe

I don't really feel safe in Nantes. During the day, I don't really have any problems, apart from street harassment in certain areas such as Commerce. However, at night, you have to be very careful. Many neighborhoods are dangerous, particularly Hangar à bananes, which is one of the places where you can party at night.

Posted: September 8, 2025
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Raphaëlle

Raphaëlle

It really depends on where you go, I personally never felt in danger, even alone in the dark because i take ways I know well. But there are some places that are more dangerous or at least scarier at night like the city center where there is a lot of drug dealing.

Posted: August 21, 2025
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Hospitality Exchange in Nantes

Molly

Molly

Nantes

Can host for:

3 days

About me

Hi, my name is Molly, born in the UK but grew up in France, I’ve always embraced different cultures and traveling. Important things in my life are my loved ones, the environnement, music and community. I’m very lucky to be able to speak English, French and Spanish. See you soon! x

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Enora

Enora

Nantes

Can host for:

3 days

About me

Hiiii, I'm a french student who would love to met new people, host people at my place (even if it's tiny) and just make new friends !

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Philippine

Philippine

Nantes

Can host for:

3 days

About me

Hey! I am Philippine, 24 years old, from Nantes. I have planned to move a lot this summer, in France and Europe and I will be delighted to meet cool people! I like new adventures, climbing, doing with my hands, cooking, thrifting, animals, hiking and sunbathing :)

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Emilie

Emilie

Nantes

Can host for:

7 days

About me

Hi I'm Emilie a french girl of 24 years old, I have an apartment with an additional bedroom that I don't use. I live with my boyfriend but he's spending every Monday and Tuesday in Paris for work. He's Italian and we mainly speak a mix of Italian and french. We can also speak English. I recently decided to change studies and job and I'm now having some months free so I can easily help someone visiting the city of Nantes. I love to cook typical dishes and btw I have an unfinished puzzle to do so if you like puzzle parties you're more than welcome ! See you around :)

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Sofia

Sofia

Nantes

Can host for:

2 days

About me

Hi, I’m Sofia, 26 :) Originally from Russia, now studying in France. I’m passionate about art, culture, and discovering new cities. I love photography and film, and always up for a museum visit, a cozy coffee spot, or a spontaneous city stroll.

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Alexa

Alexa

Nantes

Can host for:

3 days

About me

Hi there ! My name is Alexa, I live in Nantes in the south of Bretagne in France. I work as a tour manager for a theater company and a band playing music for kids. I love discovering new cultures, meeting new people, new countries, have a passion for languages, music, books, cooking, gardening and cats 🐈 Looking forward to meeting you ! Alexa 🌸

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Eve

Eve

Nantes

Can host for:

2 days

About me

Hi, My name is Eve, I’m 31 years old. I’m passionate about board games and I’ve been living in Nantes for 5 years. Before that, I lived in Germany (a language I’d be happy to practice again!). I bought my apartment a few months ago, and I’d like to occasionally host people until a friend moves into the second bedroom in September. I have a cat named Ada — like the inventor of the programming language — and… surprise… I work in that field as an ERP integrator. I love my job because it's all about understanding systems, like with board games ;) #INTP Looking forward to meeting you :)

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Constance

Constance

Nantes

Can host for:

3 days

About me

Hey girls :) I’m a French med student, grew up in China and Hong Kong. I love travelling around, discovering new cultures, trying new food ! I’m down to host, just know I have a very fluffy white cat :)

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Expats in Nantes

Cléo

Cléo

Nantes

About me

Hello, I'm Cléo! I'm 18 years old and I live in France :) This summer, I'm solo traveling in Europe, from France to Sweden & Finland, following by the Baltic countries, Poland, Czech Republik and Germany. I am looking for travel buddies, feel free to join! I love travelling, as ecologically as possible, while meeting people and discovering local cultures. Moreover, I am deeply interested by political sciences and ecological justice :)

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Pauline

Pauline

Nantes

About me

Enchantée, je m'appelle Pauline, j'ai 23 ans et je suis toute fraîchement diplômée. Je pars en voyage d'octobre 2025 à Noël 2025. L'objectif est de me ressourcer, me vider l'esprit mis avant tout de faire des rencontres et d'apprendre des autres !

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