Is Nijmegen Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Nijmegen, as part of the Netherlands, is renowned for its high safety standards. Women traveling solo will typically feel comfortable and secure here. The city has a low crime rate, efficient local law enforcement and overall, the locals are helpful and respectful. However, as with any destination, it is crucial to adhere to basic safety measures, such as avoiding isolated areas at night and staying vigilant of your belongings, for a completely trouble-free trip.

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How safe is Nijmegen?

Safety at night:

Safety at night:Safe

Nijmegen is generally a safe city, even at night. The locals are friendly and crime rates are relatively low. However, common sense should always be exercised, especially during late hours. It is advisable to stay in well-lit and populated areas. Public transportation is reliable and can be used safely at night.
Public transportation:

Public transportation:Very safe

Nijmegen, like most places in the Netherlands, boasts of highly efficient, reliable and notably safe public transportation. The bus and train services are well-spread across the whole city, making it convenient to get pretty much anywhere. The stations and vehicles are well-lit and have security features in place. For a solo female traveler, it is quite safe throughout the day and night. Regular commuters are generally respectful and mind their own business. Instruction signs and announcements are available in both Dutch and English, further reducing any hassle.
Street harassment:

Street harassment:Low

In general, Nijmegen can be considered quite safe for female solo travelers. Street harassment is not a prevalent issue in this city. Within Dutch society, respect and equality are highly valued and Nijmegen is no exception. Of course, caution and personal awareness are essential when traveling, but overall instances of unwanted attention or harassment are low.
Petty crimes:

Petty crimes:Low

Nijmegen is a relatively safe city with low petty crime rates. However, it's advisable to stay vigilant to avoid crimes such as pickpocketing or theft, often seen in crowded places or public transportation. As always, secure your belongings, avoid deserted areas at night, and be aware of your surroundings.

Is Nijmegen worth visiting?

Is Nijmegen safe for women?

Safety index

4.2 /5

Based on 9 local experiences

Crime index

1.1 /5

Based on 9 local experiences

Rúna

Rúna

Very safe city. Generally in the Netherlands, but especially here the vibe is cozy and people are not malevolent. Also not always overly friendly, but I have never been scared of anyone ever. Also at night it is fine.

Posted: September 29, 2024
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It seems to me, Nijmegen town is actually Very safe and that the only place I ever felt slightly unsafe was out of the town and that could be just from being watched, nothing actually was said or done . Overall very very safe, in my opinion.

Posted: August 26, 2024
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Is Nijmegen safe right now?

Before your visit to Nijmegen, it's essential to check travel advisories for Netherlands, including your home country's official travel advisory. These advisories can provide up-to-date information on safety, health, and any specific considerations for travelers.
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United States Travel AdvisoryExercise a high degree of caution

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Canada's Travel AdvisoryExercise a high degree of caution

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Australia's Travel AdvisoryTake normal security precautions

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Dineke

Dineke

About Me

Hi! I am Dineke and I loveee to travel and meet new people. In 2017 I quit my then job to travel the world and take a sabbatical. This took around 4 years (even during covid when I stayed in Portugal as this was the first country to go green in Europe back then). I have been to the south of Europe, starting in Paris, then off to Spain, Portugal and Italy before heading to Colombia. Here I did voluntary work at hostels to provide for room and board. After I went to the US and New Zealand, then Israel and finally 1 year in Portugal. Truly an adventure of a lifetime. However I also longed for some more solid ground under my feet and because of this I returned to my home country and got a steady position as a psychology teacher at university while also being the CEO of my own business Happiness First.

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M

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Hello :) I’m a collection of paradoxes. I love dancing at festivals as much as talking about how to dismantle capitalism. I do a lot of crafts and DIY’s but I also love to go crazy at parties and be among people. I read a lot but can be very silly and comic at the same time. You can’t guess my character just by looking at something that I did! But what matters the most to me, is to be a good human. And that I strive to be at all times.

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Nijmegen

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1 day

About me

Hello :) I’m a collection of paradoxes. I love dancing at festivals as much as talking about how to dismantle capitalism. I do a lot of crafts and DIY’s but I also love to go crazy at parties and be among people. I read a lot but can be very silly and comic at the same time. You can’t guess my character just by looking at something that I did! But what matters the most to me, is to be a good human. And that I strive to be at all times.

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Tamarah

Tamarah

Nijmegen

Can host for:

3 days

About me

Hi butterflies, I myself like to fly away to other places to meet other butterflies and beautiful people and their colors of traditions and cultures. But I also can really enjoy to stay in my cocoon and would love to welcome other butterflies and people, having a great time with them in my wonderful, social and green hometown. Even though I am born with a muscular disease and I am using a power wheelchair to move around, it absolutely doesn’t make me to stay in my cocoon all the time. On the contrary! I’m looking for the possibilities, and not the impossibilities. That’s my life motto! And independency with a physical disability is also a high priority in my undertaking life. :) Every year I’m making a trip to have a water sports holiday on a great lake (sailing, canoeing, rowing and even water skiing). When I’m in my hometown I love to be with my fellow butterfly friends to have a good fresh (vegetarian) meal and to enjoy their company. I can also really enjoy of the serenity of nature or writing my thoughts and feelings down on paper as poetry.

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