Is Passau Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Passau is a city known for its low crime rates and friendly locals. It's generally safe to walk around even at night time, and public transportation is reliable and efficient. You would also find the police to be very responsive and helpful. However, like any other city it's always recommended to exercise common sense and keep your belongings secure.

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4.5 /5

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3.6 /5

Based on 4 experiences from local women

Passau is currently ranked #52 safest place in Germany for solo female travellers, with an overall safety rating of 4.2 out of 5. . Check the full ranking.

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How safe is Passau?

Safety at night:Safe

Passau is generally safe for solo female travelers at night. It's a small university town with well-lit areas and a steady stream of people even in the late hours. However, as with any city, it's always important to stay vigilant and avoid poorly lit or deserted areas at night.

Public transportation:Very safe

Public transportation in Passau, is indeed reliable, punctual, and quite safe. The city is quite compact, with buses and trains regularly connecting different parts. Timings are often adhered to strictly, and the drivers, staff, as well as passengers are typically respectful. With night buses in operation, you won't find yourself stranded regardless of the hour. It is, however, advisable to remain alert and keep an eye on your belongings as in any public setting.

Street harassment:Very low

Passau, like most parts of Germany, has a very low level of street harassment. People are generally respectful and harassment of any form, especially towards solo female travelers, is not commonly encountered. However, basic precautions should be taken, especially during the night or in isolated areas, as should be the case in any city you travel to, irrespective of its general safety record. Everyone's experiences may differ slightly, but overall, it's a safe and welcoming city for solo female travelers.

Petty crimes:Low

Passau is generally a very safe city with a low occurrence of petty crimes. Instances like pickpocketing, bag snatching or fraud may occur occasionally, especially in crowded tourist spots. However, these are not common. With standard precautions, such as keeping your belongings secure and staying aware of your surroundings, the risk is significantly minimized.

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Is Passau safe for women?

Safety index

3.6 /5

Based on 4 local experiences

Crime index

1.1 /5

Based on 4 local experiences

As a local woman walking around I feel safe, even at the local bus central and train station. Some areas have low light but regardless I feel safe. As long as you keep up typical precautions I’ve had no problems. Occasionally in broad daylight you have men yelling out of cars at you and maybe a weird guy trying to flirt here and there but I didn’t feel in danger from these encounters. As a woman travelling alone Passau would be 100% safe

Posted: January 18, 2025

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Magdalena

Passau is a medium-sized city where almost everything is within walking distance. People know each other, which reinforces the feeling of security. In addition, the local university creates a very open-minded atmosphere in Passau. Only the area around the station and the ZOB is often the target of drunken prowlers at night. Nevertheless, I've never felt threatened when I've had to pass by there at night.

Posted: January 14, 2025

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Chantelle

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Hi guys! I’m Chantelle 21 years old! I really love travelling but ive always been limited to doing it with friends. But I want to try solo travelling and doing things when I want rather than waiting for someone! I hope we get to meet and have fun together.

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I‘m a 23 year old Governance and Public Policy student originally from the Allgäu Alps. I’m a huge nature lover and avid outdoors kinda person. I also enjoy meeting new people, exploring new cultures, cooking (and eating) delicious meals, having deep/mind-opening conversations, as well as reading and listening to music (plus especially podcasts)