Is Winterthur Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Winterthur is generally very safe for solo female travelers. The crime rate is relatively low and it's known for its peaceful and secure environment. People are generally friendly, respectful, and willing to help should you need assistance. Always, however, use common sense safety precautions as you would anywhere else.

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4.8 /5

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4.1 /5

Based on 9 experiences from local women

Winterthur is currently ranked #17 safest place in Switzerland for solo female travellers, with an overall safety rating of 4.2 out of 5. . Check the full ranking.

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How safe is Winterthur?

Safety at night:Safe

Winterthur is generally safe during the night. While it's important to maintain general safety precautions, like avoiding dimly lit or deserted areas, the city maintains a rather low crime rate. Incidents of harassment or physical danger are rare. There's a strong police presence and locals can be willing to help if needed.

Public transportation:Very safe

Public transportation in Winterthur is highly organized, efficient, and safe. Transport includes trams, buses, and trains which are all frequently maintained and monitored. Additionally, both the locals and authorities are typically helpful and friendly. It's well-lit and with constant supervision, even during the night time. The city is also known for its low crime rate, adding to the favorable safety factor for solo female travelers.

Street harassment:Very low

Winterthur is known for its general safe environment. The level of street harassment is notably minimal. People maintain a respectful behaviour towards travelers, regardless of gender, and significant incidents are rarely reported. As in any city, precautions are advised, particularly late at night or in less frequented areas.

Petty crimes:Very low

Winterthur is generally safe and secure for travelers. The rate of petty crimes such as theft and pickpocketing is relatively low, especially when in comparison to larger cities around the world. However, it's still essential to apply common-sense safety precautions, such as not leaving your belongings unattended.

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Is Winterthur safe for women?

Safety index

4.1 /5

Based on 9 local experiences

Crime index

1.2 /5

Based on 9 local experiences

Sarah

The people are very nice and friendly. I would say, it is very safe. I have lived in Winterthur my whole life and nothing bad happend to me during this time. I always drove with my bicycle to the city and back when I was going out, and it was no problem at all.

Posted: May 9, 2025

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Most of the time I feel safe. One of the only things which I don’t feel fully comfortable with is having to go home late passing through the train station and using public transport. I‘ve been catcalled and have gotten into weird conversations in those contexts which is why I‘m always being a bit careful. I‘ve never experienced any harassment in Winterthur because of being openly queer. I‘ve heard of a few break-ins over the last years but not that I would be too worried about it.

Posted: April 27, 2025

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Serina

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Hey there i love cycling, jogging, reading, crafting, merting up w friends. I especially love to spend time in nature! I am planning to bikepack to eastern europe next year in summer

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Sarah

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Hi, I am Sarah and lived my whole life in Winterthur, Switzerland. I have always been pretty active as a kid, I still do gymnastics at a local gymnastics club. In addition to gymnastics, I love cycling and hiking. When I rode my bike from Winterthur to Amsterdam for the first time four years ago, I discovered my passion for bikepacking. I was inspired by my older brother, who has also been on many bike trips. After my trip to Amsterdam, I knew that I wanted to go on a bike trip for a longer period of time. In the last few years, I have done many smaller bikepacking trips (to Zermatt, Ljubljana or through the French and Spanish Pyrenees). This year I'm finally fulfilling my dream and will ride my bike from Switzerland to Norway (Tromsø) all by myself and alone.