Is Berlin safe for solo female travelers?

Berlin is generally safe for solo female travelers. Violent crime is rare, locals are usually welcoming, and physical harassment is low. Regardless, it's important to remain vigilant, especially after dark. There is a good police presence and public transportation is usually safe at all times. However, some neighborhoods are considered less safe than others. Like in any other city, use common sense and take standard precautions like staying in well-lit areas, not disclosing you're traveling alone to strangers, and being wary if you consume alcohol.

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How safe is Berlin for solo female travelers?

Travel safety index

4.2 /5

based on 102 experiences from female travelers

Habsan

Habsan

Sweden

Solo travel

went to berlin for my first solo trip! such a social and lively city, stayed at a hostel and bunch a met of bunch fun people that i spent the rest of my trip with. i loved how easy it was to walk everywhere, the beautiful sights and the amazing food! the majority of people speak english so don’t worry about not being able to speak german. totally recommend!! i was there for 4 days and wished i stayed longer, definitely revisiting!

Posted: February 17, 2026
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Rehnuma

Rehnuma

Austria

Solo travel

I spent three days in Berlin and, through this app, I even met a wonderful person who showed me around. We also visited Spreewald, an hour from Berlin, which made the trip even more special. Overall, it was an unforgettable experience: Berlin is vibrant, full of life, and especially in summer. I can truly recommend Highswing to anyone visiting Berlin and go to Spreewald if u like nature — it made the whole experience even more special. ✨

Posted: February 4, 2026
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Yakira

Yakira

China

Solo travel

It was my second time in the city already. I think is such a good place to solo travelers. People don't care about what you're doing at all. But is a place where you don't need to feel unsafe. Live is just individualist and you can take your time everywhere. The sensation is incredible if you want to plan a chill trip.

Posted: January 15, 2026Experienced: December, 2024
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How safe is Berlin for women?

Local safety index

3.8 /5

Based on 289 local experiences

Local crime index

2.5 /5

Based on 289 local experiences

It’s pretty safe, but there’s a lot of pickpocketing in touristy areas and at night there are some questionable people around in some parts of Berlin. So at night being outside alone isn’t always the best idea bit overall you shouldn’t worry if you take the normal safety measures.

Posted: February 10, 2026
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Malvika

Malvika

Berlin is quite safe during the day and night. If you dont comment or stare at anyone, no one bothers you. Public transport is also very safe even at night. I have traveled alone late night and its not a problem.

Posted: February 9, 2026
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Sasha

Sasha

Berlin is a relatively safe city if you walk in the right neighborhoods and not at night, but that all comes with experience. People are quite friendly, although the city does have a major homeless problem.

Posted: February 8, 2026
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Leonora

Leonora

Berlin

Can host for:

2 days

About me

Hey!! I’m Leonora Me and my partner and daughter (born in 2025) live together in Berlin! I love the concept of couch surfing but have never tried it. I would like to connect with other women who like to travel and have an open mind, heart and appartment :)

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Luise

Luise

Berlin

Can host for:

3 days

About me

Hey, my name is Luise and I am 22 years old and i come from Germany. I would say that I am a very happy and open person who laughs and smiles a lot. I am happy when I meet new people. I am a little writing and reading mouse and enjoy the little things in life, like sunsets or dancing in the rain and much more. I also love deep conversations and could just talk for a long time about philosophy, psychology, politics or life. At the moment I travel a lot and enjoy discovering the world and how different cultures and people are. At the moment I am traveling a lot and enjoy discovering the world and how different cultures and people are.

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