Is Nijmegen Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Nijmegen, as part of the Netherlands, is renowned for its high safety standards. Women traveling solo will typically feel comfortable and secure here. The city has a low crime rate, efficient local law enforcement and overall, the locals are helpful and respectful. However, as with any destination, it is crucial to adhere to basic safety measures, such as avoiding isolated areas at night and staying vigilant of your belongings, for a completely trouble-free trip.

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How safe is Nijmegen?

Safety at night:

Safety at night:Safe

Nijmegen is generally a safe city, even at night. The locals are friendly and crime rates are relatively low. However, common sense should always be exercised, especially during late hours. It is advisable to stay in well-lit and populated areas. Public transportation is reliable and can be used safely at night.
Public transportation:

Public transportation:Very safe

Nijmegen, like most places in the Netherlands, boasts of highly efficient, reliable and notably safe public transportation. The bus and train services are well-spread across the whole city, making it convenient to get pretty much anywhere. The stations and vehicles are well-lit and have security features in place. For a solo female traveler, it is quite safe throughout the day and night. Regular commuters are generally respectful and mind their own business. Instruction signs and announcements are available in both Dutch and English, further reducing any hassle.
Street harassment:

Street harassment:Low

In general, Nijmegen can be considered quite safe for female solo travelers. Street harassment is not a prevalent issue in this city. Within Dutch society, respect and equality are highly valued and Nijmegen is no exception. Of course, caution and personal awareness are essential when traveling, but overall instances of unwanted attention or harassment are low.
Petty crimes:

Petty crimes:Low

Nijmegen is a relatively safe city with low petty crime rates. However, it's advisable to stay vigilant to avoid crimes such as pickpocketing or theft, often seen in crowded places or public transportation. As always, secure your belongings, avoid deserted areas at night, and be aware of your surroundings.

Is Nijmegen worth visiting?

Is Nijmegen safe for women?

Safety index

4.4 /5

Based on 17 local experiences

Crime index

1.1 /5

Based on 17 local experiences

I come from Finland which is a very safe country. I consider Nijmegen and Netherlands very safe for women also in the night. I have walked & biked in dark nights and have not felt scared or threated in anyway here.

Posted: February 7, 2025
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Nijmegen is safe to walk around at night when exercising common sense, walking with purpose in well lit areas, not loitering and being aware of your surroundings. It is safe to go out at night alone as a women in popular areas or in safe neighborhoods.

Posted: January 19, 2025
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Hi butterflies, I myself like to fly away to other places to meet other butterflies and beautiful people and their colors of traditions and cultures. But I also can really enjoy to stay in my cocoon and would love to welcome other butterflies and people, having a great time with them in my wonderful, social and green hometown. Even though I am born with a muscular disease and I am using a power wheelchair to move around, it absolutely doesn’t make me to stay in my cocoon all the time. On the contrary! I’m looking for the possibilities, and not the impossibilities. That’s my life motto! And independency with a physical disability is also a high priority in my undertaking life. :) Every year I’m making a trip to have a water sports holiday on a great lake (sailing, canoeing, rowing and even water skiing). When I’m in my hometown I love to be with my fellow butterfly friends to have a good fresh (vegetarian) meal and to enjoy their company. I can also really enjoy of the serenity of nature or writing my thoughts and feelings down on paper as poetry.

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Tamarah

Tamarah

Nijmegen

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3 days

About me

Hi butterflies, I myself like to fly away to other places to meet other butterflies and beautiful people and their colors of traditions and cultures. But I also can really enjoy to stay in my cocoon and would love to welcome other butterflies and people, having a great time with them in my wonderful, social and green hometown. Even though I am born with a muscular disease and I am using a power wheelchair to move around, it absolutely doesn’t make me to stay in my cocoon all the time. On the contrary! I’m looking for the possibilities, and not the impossibilities. That’s my life motto! And independency with a physical disability is also a high priority in my undertaking life. :) Every year I’m making a trip to have a water sports holiday on a great lake (sailing, canoeing, rowing and even water skiing). When I’m in my hometown I love to be with my fellow butterfly friends to have a good fresh (vegetarian) meal and to enjoy their company. I can also really enjoy of the serenity of nature or writing my thoughts and feelings down on paper as poetry.

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Seljan

Seljan

Nijmegen

Can host for:

3 days

About me

Hi girlies! 24-year-old student from Azerbaijan studying in the Netherlands! I would be glad to host some people and make new friends from all over the world 💕 I have some fancy alishan oolong at home, if you like tea ceremonies^^

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