Is Switzerland safe for solo female travelers?
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How safe is Switzerland for solo female travelers?
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based on 106 experiences from female travelers
Lola
Czech Republic
Zurich, Couple travel
Nice calm city but on Sundays everything is closed so be aware of that. I was there with my bestie both feel safe uber was safe as well only the Main Street was a bit scary bc of party people. Zürich is very expensive but so pretty. I recommend you to visit rheinfalls
Posted: January 21, 2026
Lotte
Germany
Switzerland, Solo travel
I traveled to Switzerland on my own and really enjoyed the experience. The country is incredibly beautiful, very clean and well organized, and I always felt safe as a solo traveler. Nature, cities and infrastructure are impressive. However, compared to German standards, Switzerland is definitely expensive, especially public transportation. Still, it was absolutely worth it and I would recommend it, particularly for solo trips.
Posted: January 11, 2026Switzerland, Group travel
It was great. It was never enough. I went there twice and plan third. So there are many things to do. Especially if you love nature. Every tipe of traveler can find something to do. Hiking, skiing, canoeing, swimming, walking, climbing... Expensive tho.
Posted: January 6, 2026
Lea
Germany
Switzerland, Solo travel
My au pair stay lasted over five months. I lived with a host family, and the country, the landscape and the many new people I met there inspired me greatly. I lived in the countryside and travelled all over the country every weekend with other au pairs or on my own. This freedom to get to know a country so well over such a long period of time was simply wonderful. I would like to travel to another country as an au pair again in the summer, but only for four weeks (my summer holidays) to improve my English.
Posted: December 22, 2025
Diana
Sweden
Switzerland, Solo travel
Loved Switzerland in September! Transport is on point, very safe and breathtaking views. Restaurants aren't really catered for solo travellers though if you want to try single portions of fondue or raclette (+very expensive).
Posted: December 4, 2025Experienced: August, 2025How safe is Switzerland for women?
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Based on 479 local experiences
Basel
Basel like many Swiss cities is very safe. You don’t need to worry about guns in this country because they‘re illegal and the crime rate is not high in perspective to other countries like the USA, India or even Germany. That doesn’t mean murders or assault never happen, but it did happen, but not so often. What you can expect is drunk people near a bar searching for a fight, groups which are loud and seem scary, boys who catcall or stare at you in public transport. Assault and grape happens, but all these things are not on a regular agenda but more things you have to think about and could...
Posted: January 18, 2026Zurich
everyone minds their business, no problem walking around as a girl even the sketchier areas. if you’re very unlucky you might get pickpocketed but even that is pretty unlikely. of course theres always the occasional gross man who catcalls you but i’d say much less than in other cities
Posted: January 14, 2026Zurich
It is very save. I regularly walk home as a woman alone at night after beeing out and never felt unsafe. It is a big feedom we enjoy here in Switzerland. It is always a good idea to avoid any potential danger but usually you van really relax here.
Posted: January 12, 2026Basel
As a teenage girl here I feel quite safe, the paranoia is still there but I’ve rarely had any weird interactions and never been actually harassed, threatened or robbed or anything. It’s generally quite safe especially in the centre and there’s always people around and police nearby.
Posted: January 9, 2026
Nathalie
Bern
Solo-Traveler safe, Bern and its people are very easy-going. Bern is a compact, easy-to-navigate city with a cozy nightlife, small bars, and it is quite suitable for female solo travelers. The pedestrian zones are lively, and public transportation is also safe.
Posted: January 4, 2026Safety in Switzerland
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Shannon
Zurich
Can host for:
7 days
About me
American living in Switzerland since 2009. Love travel and meeting new people. Experiences and hearing people’s stories is so important / and curiosity > judgement.
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Natacha
Riaz
Can host for:
3 days
About me
I'm a reserved person, but at the same time very curious about everything. I love discovering new things and meeting new people. I've always had wonderful encounters and exchanges during my travels. I love discovering mindsets, habits and traditions of other places and people.
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