Is Munich Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Munich is highly secure for solo female travelers. Public transport is reliable and operates round the clock. Locals are friendly and most people speak English, which ensures easy communication. The city follows stringent laws and has a low crime rate. However, like anywhere else, it is always good to exercise basic common sense and safety precautions.

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How safe is Munich?

Safety at night:

Safety at night:Safe

Munich is generally a safe city to navigate at night as a solo female traveler. Public spaces are well-lit, frequented by locals, and patrolled by Polizei (local police), even during the later hours. Always stay alert, stick to bustling areas and use common sense when walking alone. Crimes do happen but are relatively rare, particularly in comparison with other large cities globally.
Public transportation:

Public transportation:Very safe

Public transportation in Munich, including buses, trams, and the U-Bahn and S-Bahn train systems, is generally very safe and reliable. Vehicles are often well-maintained and clean. It's rare to encounter serious crime, with most incidents related to petty theft, such as pickpocketing, which is still relatively uncommon. Traveling at night is also largely safe, with night buses and trams available, although slightly increased caution is advised. Munich's transport services also have a solid reputation for punctuality and efficiency.
Street harassment:

Street harassment:Low

Munich is generally known for its safety and orderliness. The incidences of street harassment are fairly low, as locals are generally thought to be respectful and mind their own business. However, as with any large metropolitan city, it's always important to stay alert and aware of your surroundings. Common sense should not be dismissed and all required safety precautions should be undertaken.
Petty crimes:

Petty crimes:Low

Munich, generally, has a low rate of petty crimes, such as pickpocketing or purse-snatching, particularly when compared to other global cities. However, like all destinations, it requires caution, especially in crowded areas and public transportation. Always keep your belongings close and be aware of your surroundings.

Is Munich worth visiting?

Overall rating

4.4 /5

based on 20 experiences from female travelers

Things to do

4.5/5

Safety

4.6/5

Food

4/5

Budget-friendly

3.4/5
Dana

Dana

Germany

Solo travel

The place is very nice, I recommend visiting the concentration camp. It is very easy to get there, you take 1 train and 1 bus. I felt pretty safe and before it got dark I returned to the hostel. I hope the information helped you

Posted: November 27, 2024
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Anastasiia

Anastasiia

Czech Republic

Solo travel

I was staying in Munich just for a couple of days, so I didn’t have a lot of time, but I like the city so much! I really enjoyed walking by the river. There are bicycles everywhere! Prices are kinda high comparing to Prague where I live, but that’s live. Oh, and I was staying in Wombat’s City Hostel which is an amazing place to stay!

Posted: August 7, 2024
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Group travel

I visited for 2 weeks, fortunately I had free accommodation (visited a friend’s sister). Munich has many interesting museums to offer and many other places and attractions like surfing on the river in the middle of the city:) Overall I liked it but 2 weeks for me was a bit too much.

Posted: July 31, 2024
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Eda

Eda

Turkey

Group travel

Great place in oktoberfest and christmas time. Lots to see and do in city and closeby areas. Worthy to travel in all seasons but flight tickets are generally too expensive. But definitely recommend at least one time experience during oktoberfest.

Posted: June 27, 2024
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Azeline

Azeline

France

Group travel

I was with some friends in Munich so I really feel safe. The new eve was really great with a lot of fireworks, some time too near me ahaha. I really like the history of the city through museum and to walk to the different place !

Posted: April 15, 2024
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Couple travel

I stayed at a Wombats City Hostel which turned out to be incredibly nice. I was with my friend and we shared the room with two other girls. I felt super safe most of the time. However, I always felt a bit wary at night, especially when venturing down dimly lit streets, even though there were two of us. The people were really friendly. Surprisingly, there wasn't much to do on Sundays after 4PM, but it was still delightful to walk around outside. It was much better than I expected! I highly recommend visiting.

Posted: February 23, 2024
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Couple travel

Munich has several of the best art museums I’ve ever been to. Great collections and great audio guide which is so very helpful for understanding the works. This is a city for art lovers! The cost of living is quite high though…

Posted: February 21, 2024
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Isabelle

Isabelle

Spain

Solo travel

I stayed at The Tent Munich which operates during the summer months. It only cost 10€ a night and was the best hostel experience I've ever had! Met so many amazing people there and even ended up going on the do more travel with some of them! It's in a foresty area only 20mins from the main station with the tram which is just down the road. Honestly this hostel was the highlight of the trip. It has cheap food and beer as well as a bonfire where everyone gathers at night. Munich itself was amazing so many things to see and do lots of cool areas and museums. I did a free walking tour on my first day and met some cool people through that as well! A few of us also did a day trip to Neuschwanstein Castle which was definitely worth the early morning wake up. Munich is also a great base to go and visit Dauchau concentration camp which is definitely worth a visit, especially as it's free, and a tour is only 4€ which I also recommend but it's definitely very heavy stuff and we all felt very drained afterwards. Overall I met so many amazing people in munich and going just before October fest is great because it's not too crazy or expensive yet.

Posted: November 27, 2023Experienced: August, 2023
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Solo travel

Overall, it was an amazing experience. I currently live here, but there’s a lot you can do in this city. From checking out all the different (and so many) museums, to visiting plenty of seriously delicious restaurants, to bar hopping, and so it goes. Only thing I’d say is that Munich in itself can be a little bit expensive so probably not the best idea if you’re deciding on a low budget travel unless you’re staying with someone or Couchsurf or stay at a cheap hostel. Try not to order taxis or Ubers because they can be very expensive and the public transportation works great, just bear in mind at a certain time at night (around 1 am) u-bahns (trains) stop working and then you’ll either need to take a tram or bus. When it comes to safety, I’ve never felt fear while walking alone or being alone at night/day, I’d give it a 10/10 in regards to that. Some places that you must check out are the city center of course, this would be Marienplatz and Odeonsplatz, Universität comes next which would be the university area (the famous LMU) plenty of bars and restaurants. Glockenbachviertel is also known for its lovely LGBT+ community and party scene. Englischer garten is a must, if you’re coming in summer you cannot miss out on this place. Munich residenz, alte pinakothek and alte pinakothek Der moderne are some of the museums you can visit but there are so many and on Sundays (as of now) you can pay 1 euro to enter some of the museums. In summary there’s a lot you can do in this beautiful city, and if you’re more into nature you can also go on day trips from Munich, to Tegernsee, ammersee, other cities like ingoldstadt (50 min train ride), regensburg, and so on.

Posted: November 20, 2023
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Solo travel

Munich was a great city to start for my first solo travelling experience! I stayed in a hostel which was social and had a bar, I chatted to the people in my dorm room and we met other people at the bar and went out. It was great fun! I did free walking tours and shopped at Aldi for cheap breakfasts so I didn't spend too much money.

Posted: November 18, 2023Experienced: November, 2017
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Is Munich safe for women?

Safety index

4.3 /5

Based on 69 local experiences

Crime index

1.8 /5

Based on 69 local experiences

Munich could be considered as more of a safe city, but there is a lot of catcalling on the streets. To say the least, if ur not used to big city nightlife, i wouldnt recommend out in the night alone.

Posted: January 14, 2025
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I would say Munich is like any other large city. As a woman, it's always a bit eerie, especially on the subway and in the less crowded streets of the city. However, in the main pedestrian area between Marienplatz and Stachus, I have always felt relatively safe because there are always many people there.

Posted: January 9, 2025
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Paula

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I'm Paula, Brazilian girl living in Munich for some years. I am a dreamer and would like to explore so many places in this world.

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Cecilia

Cecilia

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Hello I'm Cecilia. I love travelling and learning new languages. I also like to write poems and successfully turn one of them into a song (it's on music platforms! Check the link above to check my music out). A bit introverted but when we get to know each other, we'll have so much fun!

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Paula

Munich

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I'm Paula, Brazilian girl living in Munich for some years. I am a dreamer and would like to explore so many places in this world.

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Miriam

Miriam

Munich

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3 days

About me

Hi, I am Miriam What should I say? Haven't described myself in a long time :) I try... I like nature although I live in the city. Especially lakes and woods. Doing music with other people is really a great way to communicate without words. I am dancing Forró. It's a brazilian dance. Therefore I often go to festivals in different places. Other from that I do different sports, like meeting people especially in nice places. Because often then there are also nice and open people 🙃 Sometimes I need time for myself. Then I watch series or I go for a hike. Or I try to read more. Which works sometimes better, sometimes less good 😊 So, that's it for the start.

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Upcoming visitors to Munich

Renata

Renata

About Me

Hi my name is Renata! I love to travel, meeting new people, finding out about new cultures. I work as a software developer and my home base is Rijeka, Croatia. I have many interests, from language learning to various nerdy stuff. I am also learning how to play piano again :)

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Birgit

Birgit

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Hi! I'm Birgit. I'm 23 years old and just finished my studies. I now have a couple of free months and plan to go solo traveling for the first time in March-April 2025, by train. I would love to meet other travelers and locals and do activities together!

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