Is France Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

France is generally safe for solo female travelers. Like any other place in the world, it's important to exercise some precautions. Major cities like Paris and Lyon, are safe, but like any urban area, can have pockets of higher crime. It's advisable to stay vigilant, especially during late hours and in less crowded areas. Public transportation is reliable and mostly safe, although pickpocketing does happen, so you should keep an eye on your belongings. Overall, the majority of visits are trouble-free, and the locals are helpful to tourists. It's a culturally rich country with plenty to offer a solo female traveler.

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How safe is France for solo female travelers?

Travel safety index

4.1 /5

based on 350 experiences from female travelers

Paris, Solo travel

Paris, the city of romance and love! It was a very good experience since the city is built for tourists, there are wide choices of foods and beverages and activities to do, and you don’t need a lot of money to visit it honestly.

Posted: May 10, 2026Experienced: June, 2025
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Megha

Megha

India

Strasbourg, Solo travel

I did a day trip. It was amazing. Go to the notre dam, take the ticket for the roof. Make the climb. Rest of the time spend exploring the city on food. Find hidden cafes with live music at night. Dance with locals

Posted: May 6, 2026
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Paris, Family travel

Went in 2016/2017 when everything wasn't insanely expensive yet. Saw Paris and surrounding areas. What you would expect of Paris. Pretty places and no English speakers. Bad parts of town you should avoid if you can, looks sad and lots of homelessness. Busy in Paris and the metros and such but worth it to see the architecture there once. Maybe now anymore cus of homelessness and prices now but it used to be pretty to walk around in Paris.

Posted: May 6, 2026
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Louna

Louna

France

Paris, Group travel

I travelled with friends for the first time and it was really fun ! I really loved it. We spend a week together to celebrate the new year and it might becoming a tradition between us ! We saw theater and we painted on ceramic !

Posted: April 29, 2026Experienced: November, 2025
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Is France safe for women?

Women’s safety index

3.9 /5

Based on 1555 reports

Crime index

2.3 /5

Based on 1555 reports

Emma

Emma

Vincennes

I don’t really know how to explain but I went home many times in the middle of the night and I was never afraid even one minute. I’ve never seen any acts of delinquency or any weird unknown guy trying to talk to me. There is some homeless people but there are not bad, and in Paris it is a real fight :(

Posted: May 14, 2026
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Erine

Erine

Paris

Paris in general is quite safe, there is some places with a lot of tourist and people so its there you must be more aware of possible scammers, places like in the areas of Chatelet and Le sacré coeur. It is still mostly fine, people in general are minding there own buisness and living there lives.

Posted: May 14, 2026
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Lou

Lou

La Roche-sur-Yon

For me it’s a cool city, where you can travel solo. Even if you’re a lady you can walk past the city with safety. The nights are also safe, sometimes there are a little drunk people but it’s really rare.

Posted: May 12, 2026
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Camille

Camille

Paris

Paris is safe, I live here since 12 years and I do a lot of things alone and at night. But if you’re scared, avoid this places at night : part of the 18th (La Chapelle, Marcadet Poissonniers, Gare du Nord, Barbès Rochechouart), part of 19th (Riquet, Crimée and Parc de La Villette). The 16th at night is a little bit scary too because it’s so empty. Be careful with your personnal stuff, pickpockets are everywhere.

Posted: May 12, 2026
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Safety in France

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Anaïs

Anaïs

Strasbourg

Can host for:

2 days

About me

Hi ! I am a student and I live in Strasbourg most of the year. I am looking forward to meeting new people and to discover Strasbourg with you. I can host 1 people (if needed 2 if we squeeze...) as I have an another bed but not in a private room.

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Thaïs

Thaïs

Bayonne

Can host for:

7 days

About me

Hi ! My name is thaïs, I'm French and I'm searching for opportunities to travel while making friends 🫶 I currently live in Bayonne in France (near Biarritz)☀️

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Maëlys

Maëlys

Grenoble

Can host for:

2 days

About me

Hi there! I'm a French woman living in Grenoble for the moment :) I cannot really travel far for now because of work, so I would love to welcome travelers for some micro-adventures in Grenoble and beyond ! I am planning this trip with my lovely cousin in South Korea around May 2027 : if you have any tips or would like to share about experiences, please do reach out !

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Elisa

Elisa

Lille

Can host for:

3 days

About me

Hi ! I’m Elisa, I’m French and I love solo travelling. I study foreign languages, which I love to learn, and my biggest interests in life are music and foreign cultures.

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Mathilde

Mathilde

Bordeaux

Can host for:

3 days

About me

Salut, Coucou, Hello, as you wish, I love them all ☺️ I'm Mathilde, Mathou for my close ones. I live in Bordeaux, where I work as a psychologist with people who live with disabilities. I love cinema (without "male gaze"), walking, taking photos, watching videos from politic specialists, activists, talking about my job, learning, watching asmr videos, speaking english, music, writing, singing, hearing people talking about their passions, swimming, playing tennis, make people laugh, postcards, magnets and coasters.... And roller coasters. I've got anxiety but I work on it, the few first minutes being inside a group of unknown people are difficult for me but I love it ! I'm vegetarian, which means I only eat grass. I don't have à perfect english but I would love to improve it with you, in Bordeaux (my beloved city) or anywhere else ! I can't wait to travel and meet people from other horizons ☺️ 👋

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Paris

Paris

Lyon

Can host for:

3 days

About me

I'm a student in Lyon studying french as a foreign language. I love travelling and hitchhiking , having new experiences and making new friends. And. I'm crazy about learning new cultures.

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Lucile

Lucile

Montpellier

Can host for:

4 days

About me

Hi, Im in Montpellier, If you want to meet me (for a coffee or a film or another thing) im in! I like meeting people and have a talk so if u need help or advices im here 🌼 Also I enjoy travelling or discovering other landscapes, people in other countries or in France and i will be happy to go with someone ! I don't have a good level in english sooooo i have to improve my accent and my ease by talking. 💌

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Sena

Sena

Aix-en-Provence

Can host for:

3 days

About me

Hi, I’m Sena, I’m 19 years old, and I’m currently doing volunteer work in Aix-en-Provence. I’m here for six months and would really love to meet new people. I love trying new things and exploring. Whether it’s nature, art, music, or even food—I’m pretty much up for anything. I came to France to improve my French and to grow personally. I think traveling and meeting new people is the best way to do that. ☺️💕

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Fériel

Fériel

Courbevoie

Can host for:

2 days

About me

Hey, I'm Fériel and I live in Courbevoie. I’ve been living in and out Paris since 2011. I had the chance to live in different countries throughout my studies. Depending on the mood of the day, hiking, walking in the city or sipping a cappuccino are things I enjoy doing.

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Emily

Emily

Lyon

Can host for:

3 days

About me

Hi! I’m 27 seven years old. I’m from Ecuador and I love literature and films. I adore jogging and activities that challenge myself. Right now I’m living in Lyon, France to study the language and learn from the culture. I love trying new activities and would love to share travel experiences.

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