Is Enschede safe for solo female travelers?

Enschede, is generally very safe for solo female travelers. The city has a low crime rate compared to larger cities and most residents are friendly and helpful to tourists. However, like any city, it's important to exercise basic precautions, especially when out late at night or in less crowded areas. A knowledge of a few basic Dutch phrases can also be helpful.

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How safe is Enschede for solo female travelers?

How safe is Enschede for women?

Local safety index

4.3 /5

Based on 6 reports

Local crime index

1 /5

Based on 6 reports

Meenal

Meenal

It's quite safe. You can roam around even at night and can bike all around the city. The only thing is not to go inside the park at night alone. Some shady people are around in that area but overall it's safe

Posted: April 30, 2026
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This is a very safe city and the people as well as the police here are very open and helpful towards anything. The areas near the city centre are really safe and are lively till late at night and overall need not be worried

Posted: March 14, 2026
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Enschede is a small city in the Netherlands. It’s manly a student city due to the University of Twente. It’s got some night life but mainly on specific days and it’s more fun if you’re a student. People are very helpful!

Posted: November 22, 2025
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It's pretty safe in the city center of Enschede during the day. When it's night I wouldn't be walking around alone. I usually bike when it's late out and that's fine. Some outskirts of Enschede can be a bit more sketchy though, so be aware. I wouldn't say that I am constantly worried being here, but I have heard a lot of stories from people I know that have been hurt before, so I would definitely be careful.

Posted: March 29, 2025
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Enschede

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My values lie in earthbound spirituality, groundedness, kindness, appreciation of nature. I am an artist and artisan (silversmith), host women's circles, model for artists, dancer, and bodyworker. Vegetarian since forever. Have a comfortable guest room with a 135x190 bed. Living with a cat.

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Aurore

Enschede

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Hi I'm Aurore, I love to meet people and to share travel stories. :) I like to do crochet, roller skating and running. I'm open to doing outdoors activities or showing you places, bars, restaurants :D

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