Is Heidelberg safe for solo female travelers?

Heidelberg is renowned for its friendly, small-town atmosphere which heavily contributes to its high level of safety. The city is internationally diverse and it's generally safe to walk around even at night. The locals are polite and helpful to tourists. Of course, like in any other city, it's important to always be mindful of your belongings and surroundings. If you respect standard safety measures, you should have a trouble-free experience in Heidelberg.

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How safe is Heidelberg for solo female travelers?

Val

Val

Argentina

Solo travel

My first time in Heidelberg! I had the time of my life! Such a beautiful place. It started cloudy but then it was so sunny! I didn't try the food or buy anything, I was so enhanced by the city, that I just walked through it! There is a lot of nature and it felt super peaceful. I recommend paying a visit, it's so worth it.

Posted: June 9, 2024
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Solo travel

I would define recommend Heidelberg, it has good authentic food and historical old buildings. There is a castle with a wonderful view. It is one of the places you should not miss when visiting Germany.

Posted: May 17, 2024
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How safe is Heidelberg for women?

Local safety index

4.4 /5

Based on 20 local experiences

Local crime index

1.3 /5

Based on 20 local experiences

Elisabeth

Elisabeth

I think Heidelberg is a pretty safe city, as a woman I feel quite secure there. Many young people, who help each other, mostly students who will take you in their group if you are alone and feel unsafe.

Posted: September 3, 2025
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Hospitality Exchange in Heidelberg

Martha

Martha

Heidelberg

Can host for:

3 days

About me

Hey, I’m Martha! I’m 27 and currently live in Heidelberg, where I’m doing my PhD in Bioinformatics! I want to travel as much as I can both during and after my PhD (if I get there lol), and I’m looking forward to meeting lots of new friends in this new chapter of my life 🪴🌞🫶🏻

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Maya

Maya

Heidelberg

Can host for:

3 days

About me

Currently on Interrail Tour through Europe and would love to meet some fellow travellers or locals to go on a little exploration together🧡🌞

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Expats in Heidelberg

Aziza

Aziza

Heidelberg

About me

I’m a student currently living in Heidelberg, and I’m deeply interested in psychology and philosophy. I enjoy painting, cooking, playing volleyball, and traveling. I’m a friendly and open-minded person who loves connecting with others and exploring new ideas and cultures.

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Trudy

Trudy

Heidelberg

About me

I consider myself a world citizen and would love to connect to the women all around the world :) Currently doing a master’s degree in German and European law in heidelberg.

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Martha

Martha

Heidelberg

About me

Hey, I’m Martha! I’m 27 and currently live in Heidelberg, where I’m doing my PhD in Bioinformatics! I want to travel as much as I can both during and after my PhD (if I get there lol), and I’m looking forward to meeting lots of new friends in this new chapter of my life 🪴🌞🫶🏻

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Elif

Elif

Heidelberg

About me

heyy girls me and my best friend Dilara looking for a place in Valencia. We have a flight 8.30 in the morning 6th of june can someone host us just for a couple hours to rest a bit

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Salwa

Salwa

Heidelberg

About me

Hi girls, my name is Salwa and I’m originally Moroccan but I grow up in Italy. I speak Arabic, Italian, French, English and German. Happy to be here 😊

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Pilar

Pilar

Heidelberg

About me

Hello! I'm Pilar, but i like Pili instead :) I'm from Chile and I have been living in Heidelberg for the last 6 years, I was an alone traveler myself and now that I have my own place I will be very happy to share it with you on your visit to Heidelberg! so if you need a couch to sleep, I have a very comfy one :)

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