Is Germany Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Germany is generally a very safe destination for solo female travelers. The crime rate is low and local citizens are typically courteous and helpful. Public transportation, including trains and busses, is widely available and secure. Nevertheless, previously would be wise to respect general safety guidelines as in any other place, such as avoiding isolated areas late at night and being aware of your belongings. German people usually speak English, which makes communication easier. Remember, always trust your instincts.

Safety rating

4.5 /5

Based on 195 experiences from female travelers

4.5 /5

Based on our research and crime data

4.2 /5

Based on 1567 experiences from local women

Germany is currently ranked #41 safest country for solo female travelers, with an overall safety rating of 4.5 out of 5. Check the full ranking.

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How safe is Germany?

Safety at night:Safe

Germany, in general, has a high level of safety even at night. However, like any other urban areas in the world, some parts can be less secure than others. It's always prudent to stay aware of your surroundings, avoid less populated areas, and stick to well-lit lanes. German law enforcement is reliable and emergency services are responsive. Public transportation networks function well into the night and they are normally secure. If you're feeling uneasy, taxis are readily accessible and dependable.

Public transportation:Very safe

Public transportation in Germany is one of the safest, most efficient, and reliable in the world. Stations and vehicles are generally well-lit and security personnel are frequently present. Whether it's bus, tram, U-Bahn or S-Bahn, it is well-maintained and punctual. Especially in bigger cities like Berlin, Munich, or Hamburg, you can safely travel even at night. It is also common for women to travel alone. However, like anywhere, always maintain general safety awareness.

Street harassment:Low

Germany is generally a safe country for solo female travelers. The incidence of street harassment isn't commonplace, but it's always a good idea to stay alert just like you would in any other country. Most people uphold respect and personal space. Especially in urban areas, you can expect the majority of people to keep to themselves. However, be sure to familiarize yourself with the local customs and observe the behaviors and actions of the locals so you can navigate through the streets safely.

Petty crimes:Low

Germany is generally a safe country with a strong law enforcement presence. Petty crimes like pickpocketing or purse snatching are relatively low compared to other European countries. However, like any major city around the world, they can occur in crowded areas, tourist hotspots, or public transportation. So, while the risk isn't high, it's important to always stay vigilant and keep a close watch on your belongings.

Is Germany worth visiting?

Overall rating

4.7 /5

based on 195 experiences from female travelers

Things to do

4.5/5

Safety

4.5/5

Food

4.3/5

Budget-friendly

3.7/5

Berlin, Group travel

I love Berlin and all its vibe, we were a group of 3 girls and we had no problems at any time regarding insecurity Maybe at night I wouldn't go back alone, we went to KitKat and the atmosphere was great and totally liberal and safe. I will repeat the trip to Berlin in the summer because I fell in love with this city.

Posted: March 30, 2025Experienced: December, 2024

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Minja

Finland

Berlin, Group travel

My friend and I did a 5 day trip to Berlin to see Sabrina Carpenter and here’s how our experience of the city was! What we did: Activities: Berlin Zoo, Dungeon Sights: Bradenburg Gate, Reichstag Building, Holocaust Memorial, Checkpoint Charlie, Berlin Dom, Museum Island, Berlin Wall, East Side Gallery, RAW-Gelände ⭐️ Recommendations: + We really liked all the places I just listed! + Museum Island was so pretty, I could have soent all day just walking around the area and all the gorgeous buildings! A picnic in sunset would be beautiful there + The Zoo was super nice, especially to my friend who had never bene to one! - RAW-Gelände seemed cooler on TikTok, but might be that we just visited at a bad time! 🛏️ Accommodation: We stayed at the a&o Hostel Mitte, which was rather good for the price we paid! The location was quite nice, between city centre and East Side Gallery, just a 10min walk away from Ostbahnhof station. The hostel was huge and had a lot of school kids so was a bit noisy at times and not perhaps on the cleanest side - but not gonna complain for the 13€/night we paid! 🚗 Getting around: During the 5 days that we stayed, there was a public transport strike for 2 days so we had to take Ubers more than we would have wanted to! The oublic transportation seemed really good otherwise, and getting tickets from the BVG app was easy. We took the day ticket (24 Stunden) twice, and it was 12,30€ so jot too bad at all! Ubers were roughly 10-12€ for the short rides we took. Also used the scooters at some point, big recommendation for them too! 💸 Budget: In total I spent around 300€ so roughly 60€/day, including accommodation, transportation, food, sights and shopping. Accommodation: 13€/night in a hostel Public transport: roughly 2-20€ day Food: 15-35€/day Activities: 40€ total (excluding the concert lol) 🚨Safety: We both felt quite safe even walking at night. Our hostel was located near KitKat and Tresot which was supposed to be sketchier area (at least according to the hostel reviews lol) but we didn’t feel unsafe. Overall tips: • Carry some cash with you as some stores and restaurants might mot accept card payments! • If you are planning on going to museums or doing activities etc, book in advance! You might save money, and some places are booked out fast! We for example weren’t able to go in the Reichstag Building without booking days in advance. • Take pics in the Photoautomats! The city has photobooths everywhere, definitely get some photos as a memory. We paid 3-5€ for a set of 4 pics :)

Posted: March 24, 2025

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Caislyn

Czech Republic

Munich, Solo travel

What I did in Munich: Visited BMW Museum Visited Olympic Park Liked around Mariaplatz Square Ate a traditional meal in Mariaplatz Visited and took a tour of Bayern-München Allianz Stadium I was there a day and a half total. It was very safe and clean, the people are friendly to help guide me for transportation, all the places I visited to I was satisfied. I’m not a Maylee car person but it was cool to see the BMW museum and they have free bathrooms WC:) The Olympic park was very pretty and has a little hike at a hill you can see great views from. I felt safe even getting off my bus at 2AM, but kept being aware of my surroundings. Hostels are about $20-$25 USD a night. I highly recommend Munich!!

Posted: March 21, 2025

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Offenbach am Main, Solo travel

Offenbach is quite nice and a good and cheap option to Frankfurt. The metro only takes 20 min to get to Frankfurt from there. Definitely don't miss the weekly market, it is the best thing about Offenbach! Try the Kartoffelpuffer there!

Posted: March 17, 2025

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Berchtesgaden, Solo travel

10/10 trip !!! The mountains are unbelievable until you get to experience them yourself 😍 Everyone is super nice and helpful even though not many of the citizens knows or likes to speak English, but they do their best :) It feels generally safe, but there are definitely some risks here and there especially close to the train station. Recommendations: - Königsee to see the lake and take a boat to either St. Bartholomä for 22,50€ (adult return ticket). - Bus to Salzburg for ~7€ - Berchtesgaden royal palace tour for 15€ (adult entrance/tour) - SoundCafé (local bar) - Kaserbar (nightclub) - Any small cafés or restaurants downtown - Hintersee - Hiking

Posted: March 16, 2025

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Celina

Germany

Germany, Solo travel

I really enjoyed my vacation in Germany. I felt very safe here. My favorite cities are Munich and Hamburg. There are many cities in Germany that are not very attractive. But you must see these two cities.

Posted: March 16, 2025

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Potsdam, Group travel

Just got back from Potsdam and it was a total vibe. Started at Sanssouci Palace — it’s like a real-life fairy tale, but with more fancy gardens and less magic. The wind had other plans for my hair, though. Then I checked out the Dutch Quarter, which felt like Amsterdam’s cuter cousin. Had some ridiculously strong coffee at a cozy café and just soaked it all in. Definitely a day well spent!

Posted: March 16, 2025Experienced: March, 2025

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Irene

Italy

Berlin, Group travel

Berlin was my favorite city to travel to. It was an educational trip, although I plan on going back to Berlin for a more local experience. Everything I visited was pure gold. The Art museum is stunning and Architecture in Berlin is just phenomenal. It's just like walking through a mix of modernity and history. It's a city that really speaks for itself. There isn't much nightlife at night during the week, so you always have to search for an open pub or a disco. I stayed 5 nights at "Meinigen Hotel" which is not only an hotel but also a hostel (I think there's more than one Meinigen Hotel but mine was just next to the Berlin Wall). The prices were average and sometimes we moved using the Metro. I recommend trying food specialties and exploring the historical side of the city with a guided tour or being accompanied by a local. Overall safety was just a 10/10 until 1am (i didn't really experience being outside in the late night hours) and I didn't even feel unsafe for a single moment in Berlin. The only weird things that really caught my eye's attention were people drinking early in the morning (like 8am) , a lot of beer and vodka bottles in the street and along the sidewalks and drunk people sleeping on benches in the morning or in the afternoon

Posted: March 13, 2025Experienced: March, 2024

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Cologne, Solo travel

I felt safe. You can see the churches around, there are 12 of them. It's nice to see the botanical garden, grab some Kölsch and stroll around the river. I stayed at Novo Hotel. I walked mostly on foot but it's easier if you rent a bike or go by bus.

Posted: March 10, 2025Experienced: February, 2025

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Anja

Germany

Berlin, Solo travel

I recommend the Kreuzberg area for nice food and night pubs. In general I noticed that prices have become more expensive, but this probably affects all Europe in general. I have been in different spots just for photographic purposes (architecture - ubahn stations etc).

Posted: March 1, 2025

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Is Germany safe for women?

Safety index

4.2 /5

Based on 1567 local experiences

Crime index

2.1 /5

Based on 1567 local experiences

Berlin

While berlin has definitely some rough spots, this is the city I felt the most safe (especially at night) as a single woman. I’ve returned back home countless times at very odd hours and while I’m being vigilant and attentive, I’ve never encountered a bad situation.

Posted: April 1, 2025

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Trier

Trier is usually safe during daytime. At night I don't like to walk around just by myself... I have done it a few times but if there is another way I'd take it. Public Transports are super safe. I never had any issues there...

Posted: April 1, 2025

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Katharina

About Me

Hi!, My name is Katharina. I am 20 years old and I am studying social Work in Germany. When I am on holidays I love to travel and meet new people on my journeys. After I graduated high-school I went for a one year journey to Finland. It was a great experience to get to know locals and learn about the culture of the country. After that I always wanted to have those kind of experiences again when I am travelling. So I am always interested in meeting new people when I am on my journeys. I am an open person and I love to meet people but I would describe myself also like a little bit shy. I am a calm person and besides the big adventures I also like to just drink a cup of tee and relax. I'm interested in backpacking, camping, culture, events, hiking, nightlife, swimming, writing and sunbathing. Especially I love music. Listening to it and sometimes try to do it myself :)

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Maren

About Me

Hello! :) I am dual student and study economics with the specification on digitalisation. I like to do bike tours in the nature and when the weather is bad I like to do cooking with friends or to do creativity things like painting with them. It is so interesting to meet new people from all over the world and I did some Couchsurfing trips. Currently I learn French. So when somebody is here who speaks french wants to connect? :D

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Villingen-Schwenningen

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Kassel

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Hi 🌞 I’m a German student doing an internship in Norway this summer. I am looking for opportunities to meet locals or other travelers in Norway, Sweden and Denmark.

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Leah

About Me

Hey I'm Leah :) I'm 26 and currently living in Nürnberg, Germany. I'm a freelance Designer and part time bartender. Due to my job I will sometimes have job Meetings in different citys in germany and I'm always looking for a new opportunity to meet up with new people :) I like all things Art and Music, I love going to concerts or Artgallerys, going to the movies or just hanging in a bar or café with a nice beer. I'm also down for a night of clubbing. Since I work at a club you might get a free beer on a visit :D This year I also wanna solo travel a bit more and hopefully explore some new places in europe.