Is Erfurt Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Erfurt is generally a safe city for solo female travelers. Like any location, it's always important to use common sense and take precautions, especially when walking alone at night or in less busy areas. However, crime rates are relatively low, and the locals are typically friendly and helpful. Moreover, public transportation is reliable, and the city is well-lit, making it easy to navigate even after dark.

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4.5 /5

Based on our research and crime data

3.9 /5

Based on 16 experiences from local women

Erfurt is currently ranked #7 safest place in Germany for solo female travellers, with an overall safety rating of 4.4 out of 5. . Check the full ranking.

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How safe is Erfurt?

Safety at night:Safe

Erfurt, is generally safe to walk alone at night. Like in any city, its safety can depend on the area and situation, but overall, it's a calm and peaceful place with a relatively low crime rate. The well-lit streets, including both heavily-trafficked areas and more tranquil neighborhoods, contribute to the city's overall sense of safety. Nevertheless, common sense precautions, such as avoiding unlit areas and not flashing expensive belongings, should always be taken.

Public transportation:Very safe

Public transportation in Erfurt is generally very safe and reliable. The city's transportation system, including trams and buses, is operated by professional agencies and is well-maintained. Timeliness is usually not an issue and users find it easy and safe to use. As with any transport system, stay alert and keep an eye on your personal belongings, but overall, users report feeling very secure when using these services.

Street harassment:Low

Erfurt is generally safe with regards to street harassment. The locals are typically respectful and mind their own business. As with any location, it is advisable to keep vigilant, particularly in crowded areas or at night, but instances of unsolicited attention or harassment are relatively rare.

Petty crimes:Low

Erfurt is generally a very safe city with a low risk of petty crimes. Street crimes, such as pickpocketing and purse snatching, are relatively rare. However, as with any other tourist destination, you should always be attentive to your belongings and surroundings, particularly in crowded places and tourist sites.

Is Erfurt worth visiting?

Solo travel

Was on a multiple day bicycling tour through Germany. Spent one whole day in Erfurt. Very pretty city and also (without planning) was there during the happening of a music festival. No entry fees which I absolutely loved and very good music and vibes. People dancing everywhere and also nice decorations. That trip made Erfurt one of my favorite cities in Germany.

Posted: March 25, 2024

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Is Erfurt safe for women?

Safety index

3.9 /5

Based on 16 local experiences

Crime index

1.6 /5

Based on 16 local experiences

Levke

I got to know Erfurt as a generally safe city. Not gonna lie as a woman sexual harassment always is a topic but in the night and public transport I do feel safe. When it comes to BIPOC it’s less safe. Friends face a lot of racism and I also witness it a lot unfortunately. It’s still safe but those daily racist structures aren’t neglect-able.

Posted: March 16, 2025

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Overall safe, just depending on which areas one is in. Central Erfurt is safe. There isn’t really anything to worry about. The outer parts are depend. I don’t know about every one of them. So long as one stays in well lit areas and staying mostly central, it is safe.

Posted: March 3, 2025

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Levke

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Heyy :) My name is Levke and am so happy to start my first TravelLadies adventures here! I am a northern German soul who moved to Eastern Germany, beautiful Erfurt, for my studies. I am a super political and social person. I appreciate honest and caring communication and open-minded encounters. I study International Relations and Social Sciences and hand in my thesis soon. For April I decided to solo travel again after a long break. I am super excited to get to know you. your cities, and impressions in general! Always down for a walk, coffee, beer, reading or cooking session or a protest or community gathering :D I am a queer feminist and engage in human rights and environmental activism. My diet is vegetarian / mostly vegan and I love to try new dishes :)) Besides politics, I simply love to engage in a good chat!

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Hey I’m Mel and I love traveling 🙋🏻‍♀️🌍✈️ I recently graduated and am longing for seeing the world, that’s why I’m doing and au pair year soon 🩷✨ I think this app is a great chance to meet new people and to be in a safe place with women 🫶🏼

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Erfurt

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Marie

Erfurt

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I am 22 from Germany, biology student and using my free time to travel as much as possible! Love meeting new people and diving into other cultures and places! Can’t wait to meet some nice people during my trips!