Is Gothenburg safe for solo female travelers?
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How safe is Gothenburg for solo female travelers?
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It was very cozy and lovely. Visited some museums and walked around the city and hiked to the Bergsjön in the morning. There was a beautiful lake and view to the whole city. Met some friends and they showed me around.
Posted: July 24, 2024Solo travel
Gothenburg is my hometown. Everywhere downtown is really safe, I even used to walk home alone from night clubs in the middle of the night and I have never felt unsafe.
Posted: July 13, 2023Solo travel
Accommodation: I can recommend Slottsskogens hostel. Recommendations: Gothenburg is not a big city and it does not have as many attractions to see compared to other European cities, but it is worth trying to see a bit of nature around it if you like forests/oceans. I really recommend doing a day trip to one of the archipelagos, you can easily get there by public ferry, and they are beautiful.
Posted: October 23, 2022How safe is Gothenburg for women?
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I think it’s pretty safe compared to most countries. I’ve been to the US and other different countries where i’ve seen that it’s way worse so I wouldn’t be too worried to travel alone to Sweden. Just check the neighbourhood out in beforehand.
Posted: September 27, 2025
Ida
Gothenburg is a rather safe city. It’s the second biggest in Sweden, but it’s know for its laidback down to earth vibe. Overall I feel very safe here. The Swedish way of being is very individualistic and I feel that’s the only downside to coming here in terms of feeling safe.
Posted: September 15, 2025
Malin
I would say that Gothenburg overall is a safe city, especially for women. I very seldom hear or read about crime against women nor do I know any woman that has been exposed to a crime. In the areas I live and mostly stay in (Masthugget, Linnéstaden, Majorna, Slottsskogen, Änggårdsbergen) I feel safe.
Posted: July 29, 2025
Julia
I felt VERY safe there. The whole city is pretty chill. I haven't seen anything that might be conserning, all people were super nice and helpful. People there usually mind their own buisness, but if you ask them for anything they're always happy to help you💕💕
Posted: July 11, 2025I’ve lived in Gothenburg for 22 years and I’ve never experienced any harassment or crimes towards myself or anyone I know. As a woman I’ve never felt unsafe walking alone at night. There is some gang crimes so I would still recommend to stay vigilant but you don’t need to feel unsafe or scared.
Posted: July 3, 2025Safety in Sweden
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Najda
Gothenburg
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3 days
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Love carbs and all things pretty. Working full time but still try and travel as much as humanly possible. Upcoming trip: Sicily for 2 weeks in the end of August/beginning of September.
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Ida
Gothenburg
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3 days
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Hey! 💖💖💖 I’m a 30-year-old Pisces/leo girl with a deep love for art, music, food, travel, and discovering new experiences and connections. I work as an art curator and have lived in Berlin and Copenhagen, but I’m now back in my hometown of Gothenburg, Sweden. In my free time, I enjoy visiting exhibitions, hosting dinners with friends, watching films, and reading. I have a passion for swimming in the sea and a genuine love for all kinds of animals.
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Alina
Gothenburg
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Hi! My name is Alina and I am a 31 year old American living in Sweden for 7 years and I am now starting a long(ish) travel journey. I like to travel, eat and make yummy food, nutrition and health so I do a lot of random sports from tennis to rock climbing , running and salsa 💃 I really love to have company though to go to these things and especially to have someone take me to a plaxe or experience i maybe wouldn’t have found on my own. I really appreciate having a network of women to experience local connections in a safe environment :) I speak English, Spanish (hoping to improve as I am not fluent yet!) and Swedish. I’m a very open and social person! Love to make new friends so just reach out if our plans overlap and i would love to meet you
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Maria
Gothenburg
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Hey, I am an Engineer living in Gothenburg. I love meeting people, taking a part in the traditions, understanding their history and culture. I am also an adrenaline junkie..😅 really enjoy anything adventurous
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