Is Norway safe for solo female travelers?

Norway is an extremely safe country for solo female travelers. It's a country known for its low crime rates and respect towards individuals of all genders. Although it's always good to keep standard safe travel practices in mind, such as not walking alone at night in unfamiliar areas, the threat level is generally very minimal in Norway. Useful public services including public transportation are reliable and easy to navigate, further adding to the safety of traveling in this country.

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How safe is Norway for solo female travelers?

Travel safety index

4.8 /5

based on 96 experiences from female travelers

Dahyeon

Dahyeon

South Korea

Alesund, Solo travel

My favorite place in Norway is Ålesund. I really loved the artistic and colorful vibe there. If you go to Norway, I really recommend there. More than Oslo, Bergen, Stavanger, I felt that they have beautiful atmosphere. A view from the hill was splendid and there are a big library and some cafes. Highly recommend 💕💕

Posted: March 12, 2026Experienced: February, 2022
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Oslo, Group travel

I went to Oslo to visit a friend who is working there and to learn how to ski with her and another friend that went with me because she also lives in Europe. Where are all from Perú but we got to meet up in Norway after 5 months of not seeing each other. It was fun!!

Posted: February 7, 2026
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nada

nada

Qatar

Oslo, Solo travel

One of the safest city I have ever visited! Everyone was nice and helpful! It was easy to get around everywhere. Probably one of my favorite cities. As someone working in human rights it was interesting to visit the noble peace prize center.

Posted: December 11, 2025
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How safe is Norway for women?

Local safety index

4.7 /5

Based on 188 reports

Local crime index

1.5 /5

Based on 188 reports

Carolyn

Carolyn

Oslo

I’ve been living here for 8 years and Oslo is one of the safest capital cities in Europe. The crime rate is very low, but there might be some pickpockets in touristy areas. As long as you look after your things, like you would any other place, you should be fine. Very safe to walk around the city, both during the day and the night, in my experience

Posted: March 16, 2026
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Bergen

Bergen is a very safe city. You can leave your car, door or bike unlocked while you go shopping. In my experience I don't feel followed or stared at. I can walk through the city with my headphones on noise canceling and I have no problems.

Posted: March 15, 2026
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Voss

I have never felt unsafe in Voss. It's a quiet town, small but with everything you may need. There's not much nightlife, but you can find some events. There's always someone at the bars or at the lake. The only safety problem that I can think of is drunk people you may find, especially on national holidays.

Posted: March 9, 2026
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Safety in Norway

Hospitality Exchange in Norway

Malin

Malin

Trondheim

Can host for:

3 days

About me

Hei! Most of my travel experience is from work or volunteer work, related to science, sailing or media production. Me and my cat go on small adventures when we can around Norway ❤️ I am in a researcher position for another year before i plan a working holiday somewhere, preferably australia.

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Nelly

Nelly

Drammen

Can host for:

4 days

About me

Russian-Ukrainian living in Norway, love meeting new ppl from around the world. Been moving around a lot Positivity is my go to 🫶🙏

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