Is Nuremberg Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Nuremberg is generally considered a safe city for solo female travelers. Its crime rate is relatively low and its residents are usually welcoming towards tourists. However, it is important to follow basic safety precautions like avoiding less crowded areas and walking alone at night.

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4.5 /5

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2.9 /5

Based on 3 experiences from local women

Nuremberg is currently ranked #10 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 Nuremberg?

Safety at night:Safe

Nuremberg is generally safe to explore at night, especially in well-lit, frequented areas. However, common sense and caution are always recommended. Major streets are often busy, but being attentive is always wise. Nuremberg is a small city with efficient public transportation, so you can easily avoid walking in deserted or dark areas. Furthermore, local people are often willing to help if you need directions or have other concerns.

Public transportation:Safe

Public transport in Nuremberg is generally safe. The buses, trams and trains are regular, reliable, and are used frequently by locals and tourists. During peak hours, they can be quite crowded but generally, incidents of pickpocketing or harassment are low. It is also important to note that in off-peak hours, some routes can be quieter and fewer people might be around. Always remain aware of your surroundings and keep your belongings secure. Night buses are available too but it is advisable to be cautious during these times. Overall, public transportation in Nuremberg should provide a safe and practical way of exploring the city.

Street harassment:Low

Nuremberg generally tends to be very safe for solo female travelers. There may be occasional episodes of mild street harassment, but it is largely an exception rather than a rule. It is still always advised to remain vigilant and cautious especially during late hours and in less crowded areas.

Petty crimes:Low

Nuremberg is generally a safe city. However, petty crimes like pickpocketing and theft can occur, particularly in crowded areas or tourist hotspots. As always, it is advisable to be vigilant about your belongings and surroundings, especially when using public transportation or visiting busy markets.

Is Nuremberg worth visiting?

Martyna

Poland

Solo travel

Nuremberg is a place when I felt safe and it has become totally iconic for me! I’ve been there for a few days (cheap flights) and it’s really worth it. First of all, I can highly reccomend long walks through the town; it’s really cute and I’m sure you’re gonna like it. German which I met were very helpful, but still all you need is map. Museum DB (of communication) and museum of Albrecht Durer (who was born here) were really cool to see too.

Posted: November 15, 2023

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Is Nuremberg safe for women?

Safety index

2.9 /5

Based on 3 local experiences

Crime index

1.4 /5

Based on 3 local experiences

Tila

That's a conservative city in Bavaria. Of course, it has many problems, but only some places require extra care to be safe, especially for women. However, compared to other cities like Frankfurt and Berlin, it is safer here.

Posted: September 6, 2024

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Cyrine

Nuremberg feels safe, I heard from people that things might happen but I never experienced anything dangerous or put of place. I generally feel safe walking around at night or going home late, I don’t walk in very empty spaces and I follow my instincts if I don’t feel like going somewhere.

Posted: July 5, 2024

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