Is Bergen safe for solo female travelers?

Bergen is generally very safe for solo female travelers. Locals are friendly and helpful, and crime rates are relatively low. The city is well-lit and there is decent public transportation. Always use common sense, but typically, you will feel safe walking around both during the day and at night. Moreover, Norway has a high level of gender equality, which contributes to a respectful and safe environment for female travelers.

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How safe is Bergen for female travelers?

Travel safety index

4.7 /5

based on 14 experiences from female travelers

MacKenna

MacKenna

Denmark

Group travel

I am a very outdoorsy person, and we weren't there for very long, so that was my priority. I did so much hiking that while challenging provided some of the most breathtaking views I have ever seen in my life. I also did a Fjords cruise and couldn't recommend that more as it also provided gorgeous views and an amazing experience.

Posted: September 23, 2025Experienced: August, 2025
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Solo travel

Bergen is a small town that is a very convenient city to start your travels into the norwegian mountains. There are a few interesting places to visit like the old wooden church that is easy ro reach by public transport.

Posted: April 12, 2025
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Manon

Manon

France

Family travel

I went to Bergen with my twin sister. Things to know about Bergen: - It's a very safe city - To do: fish soups and fjords - There's no euro and it's a pretty expensive city It was a great expérience!

Posted: November 27, 2024Experienced: June, 2024
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Francesca

Francesca

Italy

Solo travel

I felt really safe in Bergen, it's a small town but very touristic and that's why it's very expensive. I stayed in a youth hostel and I used the kitchen to cook my meals. There are a lot of interesting things to do around, just go to the tourist information and they will help you to choose a cruise, a hike or other many activites. My budget was about 70 euros each day.

Posted: July 10, 2024
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Solo travel

Spent months waiting for a spontaneous trip to Bergen, because I wanted to choose a sunny week. The travel was more expensive this way but definitely worth it! You don't need more than 2-3 days to visit every sight, but you can spend a couple more days sailing to the fjords etc. Highly recommend!

Posted: July 2, 2024
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How safe is Bergen for women?

Local safety index

4.6 /5

Based on 17 local experiences

Local crime index

1.1 /5

Based on 17 local experiences

Andrine

Andrine

I find Bergen to be very safe. As a 20-year-old woman, I’ve often walked home alone at night in the city center and felt comfortable. Bergen is full of students, and the student life makes the city lively, especially on Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings. Norwegians can be a bit reserved, but I’ve never experienced theft or anything similar here. Of course, it’s always smart to keep an eye on your belongings, but overall I feel very safe and comfortable living in Bergen.

Posted: October 1, 2025
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Zeinab

Zeinab

I’m privileged to live in a overall safe country, and Bergen is as safe to say the least! It’s considered a big city, but doesn’t feel like it. People are nice and friendly, and Norwegians are a bit more reserved so things usually go smoothly

Posted: September 22, 2025
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Ingrid

Ingrid

Bergen and Norway in general is safe. Just dont get too wasted and walk around by yourself after 02 night time, and you will be fine. If you do wander of by yourself drunk after 2 you might get unlucky and meet some mean guys.

Posted: June 21, 2025
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Bergen is safe in general. Me as a woman I feel safe. People don't bother anyone. You can freely walk. People are nice here and people will help you when you are in need. Easy to navigate and ask for help.

Posted: June 12, 2025
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Norway is in general considered one of the safest countries in the world. Bergen is the second largest city, but with a small city centre. I feel safe walking around, even drunk in short dresses. I'm not saying not to keep your eyes open, but this is a city were you can you can overall feel safe.

Posted: March 15, 2025
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